1. (a) A nonpracticing status is available for extenuating circumstances, including but not limited to whether health related, leaving the field temporarily, retirement, or military deployment.
2. (b) The licensee must submit a request for nonpracticing status in writing describing circumstances for the request.

3. (c) If approved, the licensee must submit:

   1. (1) The biennial nonpracticing renewal fee; and
   2. (2) Proof of the required CEs.
4. (d) Licensees must submit an attestation that they will not practice counseling or marriage and family therapy while in nonpracticing status at the time of renewal.

Codification Notes: “CE” means continued professional education.