International students enrolled in programs accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs provided acculturative stress and needs data. Acculturative stress was correlated with academic, social, language, and cultural needs. Furthermore, relationships were found between students' types of needs.…

This study explored master's-level counseling students' (N = 804) perceptions of training in the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (2009) Research and Program Evaluation standard, and their attitudes toward quantitative research. Training perceptions and quantitative research attitudes were low to moderate,…

This study reports results of a questionnaire of 210 counselor educators regarding assessment instruments covered in their assessment courses. Instruments are ranked on how extensively they are covered, and comparisons of coverage are made by assessment category (e.g., educational, clinical) and by instructor and program characteristic (e.g.,…

Counselor education programs are obligated by accreditation standards and professional codes of ethics to identify counselors-in-training whose academic, clinical, and personal performance indicate problematic behavior that would potentially prevent them from entering the profession (McAdams, Foster, & Ward, 2007; Rust, Raskin, & Hill,…

Faculty members in Council of Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP)-accreditated institutions were surveyed on program characteristics, accreditation influences, effectiveness of the Standards as criteria, and fairness and adequacy of the accreditation process. Faculties had mixed reactions, however, satisfaction…

The problems involved with the issue of accreditation for counselor education programs are discussed. The lack of progress in this area is partly due to the diverse committees and a lack of communications among them. Some suggestions for resolving the situation are given. (CG)

Features a detailed description of a model program in community-agency counseling, with specific focus on curriculum organization for core and elective course work, internship placements, and related features. The impact of program accreditation in student employment opportunities and professional development is discussed. (Author/BL)

Presents views on whether a counselor education doctoral program faculty should seek accreditation review by the Council for the Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP) or the American Psychological Association (APA). Argues in favor of CACREP accreditation, recognizing that both CACREP and APA approved doctoral…

Responds to view expressed by Wittmer in previous article concerning doctoral programs in counselor education seeking accreditation review by Council for the Accreditation of Counseling and Related Education Programs rather than by American Psychological Association. Examines several relevant issues and discusses seven problems and deficiencies…

Presents questions and discusses issues related to the accreditation standards and standards revision process of the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs. Presents selected recommendations for improving the standards and revision process, with special emphasis on the need for a democratic approach. (Author)

Responds to the questions and concerns raised in the previous article by Engels that relate to the accreditation procedures and standards revision process of the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP). Notes articles such as Engels' must consider CACREP Board's activities, decision, and interpretations.…

Surveyed 25 colleges and universities with counselor education programs. Results provide information on program changes that were initiated while seeking accreditation from the Council for the Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP).(BH)

Examines the ongoing process of professionalization in counselor education and describes historical developments that have led to the present status of the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs. Discusses present trends and future implications for the American Association for Counseling and Development and its…

Proposes changes in the title and structure of nonpsychology doctoral training in counselor education. Suggests a comprehensive linkage system of training, accreditation, credentialing, and employment. Expresses concern that the nonpsychology doctorate degree in counseling is steadily losing ground in the job market to the doctorate in counseling…

Describes results of a national survey of graduate students (N=338) in counseling and their perceptions of accreditation of programs in counselor training. Found students in accredited programs were significantly more positive in their attitudes toward accreditation than those from non-accredited programs, although most students in non-accredited…