Full question:
I got myself enrolled in some premarital course on my dad’s request. I heard that a psychiatrist is conducting one of the classes in the course. Can a psychiatrist give premarital education in West Virginia?
- Category: Marriage
- Date:
- State: West Virginia
Answer:
Yes, a psychiatrist can provide premarital education in West Virginia. According to W. Va. Code § 48-2-701, premarital education courses can be conducted by:
- A professional counselor or marriage and family therapist licensed under the relevant code
- A social worker licensed under the relevant code
- A psychiatrist licensed as a physician under the relevant code
- A psychologist licensed under the relevant code
- An active member of the clergy or their trained designee
These professionals are authorized to offer premarital education as part of the state's regulations.
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