Counselor education, through its formal organization (ACES), is in the process of examining its standards for program accreditation used for the past decade. This discussion examines current educational forces, as a basis for a new look at the standards for counselor preparation. Outcomes of counselor education should be considered in performance…

The issue of licensing for school, agency, and university counselors is becoming of increasing significance both on the state and national scene due to the large number of counselors undertaking private practice. This article explores some of the problems involved. (Author/HMV)

This article examines the internal and external pressures that brought about the creation of the APGA Licensure Commission. It traces some important events that have occurred at least in part because of the Commission. Finally, the article discusses the active focus of the current APGA Licensure Committee. (Author)

Highlights some of the significant conditions and developments that have focused the profession's attention on credentialing and licensure. Four types of forces are examined: governmental/political, legal developments, economic conditions, and professional policies or practices. A selected list of references for further reading on licensure is…