Hiring decisions carry legal weight—especially in the mental health field. This concise, attorney-led course offers a focused overview of how Colorado law treats independent contractors (1099) versus employees (W-2), helping practice owners and group leaders make informed, compliant decisions when building their teams.
In this 20-minute training, you’ll learn:
Why Colorado's classification laws are more restrictive than federal standards
How to interpret the key legal factors that determine employment status
Common compliance pitfalls and misconceptions within mental health practices
The public policy rationale behind worker classification
Practical steps to document and justify your hiring model
You'll also receive a downloadable worksheet that walks you through Colorado’s statutory factors—customized for mental health professionals—to help you evaluate and document your employment classifications with confidence.
Whether you're launching your first group practice or reevaluating your current team structure, this course will equip you with the legal clarity to proceed with care—and compliance.
Credit Hours
0.33
Colorado Professional Development Hours (PDH)
0
Continuing Education Credits (CEUs)
