Exemptions to the practice of social work modification

SF 3227 modifies Minnesota's social work licensing law (Minnesota Statutes 148E.065, subd. 1) to clarify which licensed professionals can perform social work-related functions without being licensed as social workers. It explicitly lists exemptions for professions like physicians, nurses, psychologists, clergy, attorneys, school counselors, and licensed counselors, allowing them to perform their duties without a social work license. However, the bill prohibits these professionals from using titles or descriptions implying they are social workers or licensed in social work, and clarifies that having a social work bachelor's degree does not make someone a social worker. The change ensures these professionals can work within their licensed scope without misrepresenting their credentials to the public.