Counseling: Becoming a Professional Counselor
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Becoming a counselor involves obtaining a Master's degree, completing supervised clinical experience, passing a state exam, and adhering to specific standards and ethical codes in order to secure licensure for practice in the field, along with the need for additional credentials depending on the counseling role. Professional counselors must possess a wide range of competencies, including counseling theories, assessment skills, leadership abilities, ethical understanding, and proficiency in technology, ensuring they meet state authorization requirements through licensure or certification.
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- The credentialing process for becoming a counselor involves obtaining a Master's degree in Psychology or Education from an accredited school, with internship positions requiring accreditation from various institutions.
- Professional counselors are required to possess competencies in counseling theories, assessment skills, leadership abilities, ethical understanding, research skills, and technology proficiency, with state authorization granted through licensure or professional certification based on specific regulations.
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How many hours of supervised clinical experience do counselors need?
3,000 hours or 2 years
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