Several challenges exist in the implementation of integrated care given that SUD/Addiction treatment has historically been segregated from the broader health care system (Office of the Surgeon General, 2016). One expression of the gap that persists is that for counselors who want to administer SUD/Addiction and mental health counseling, or…

A national sample of 246 Directors of Pupil Personnel Services and Directors of Special Education were surveyed to assess the importance they place on training, degrees, and credentials in the hiring of school psychologists. High, but varying, levels of importance were found for the content knowledge and skill areas in the National Association of…

A phenomenological study was conducted to gather the essence of professional counselors' experiences regarding their pursuit of professional licensure in a Southeastern state. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with six females via the telephone. Interviews were recorded and transcribed for analysis. Findings indicate that these individuals…

On March 6, 2009, the APA Model Licensure Act Task Force released its second draft of the policy document known as the proposed "Model Act for State Licensure of Psychologists". This policy document serves as guidance to state legislatures for how they should set up their psychology licensing laws. The general expectations promoted in the model…

Explores and clarifies the differences between a voluntary certification program at the national level, and a licensing program under the laws of the state. (Author)

State regulations for the issuance of certificates for teachers, counselors, administrators, and supervisors in the public schools of Nebraska are set forth. (JD)

This paper discusses potential problems of non-licensable counselors and psychologists in counseling center settings. Special mention is made of potential problems of non-licensable center directors in view of the standards established by the International Association of Counseling Services, Incorporated, and the Standards for Providers of…

This study investigated some aspects of elementary school guidance and counseling in the 50 states and the four American territories. Specifically such matters as number of counselors employed, their sources of financial support, professional background, certification and state standards were examined through the use of a questionnaire. Response…

These certification standards are based upon the Wisconsin Statutes and Administrative Code governing teacher preparation and certification. The requirements are state minimums, which colleges and universities may choose to exceed in preparing candidates to be recommended for licensure. Certification standards are subject to change. (MM)

Certification requirements are set forth for teachers, counselors, librarians, administrators, and other school personnel in each of the states and the District of Columbia. It is suggested that students wishing more detailed information on their particular field, or on any subject not available in a digest such as this one, write to the State…

Standards for approval of teacher preparation programs in the state of Virginia are presented. These standards represent an "approved program" approach to teacher certification with institutions sharing a great responsibility in determining that their candidates have the necessary qualifications for certification. Emphasis is placed on…

This survey is the second revision of a study first conducted in 1967. Information was collected from a survey of certification bulletins from each of the state departments of education. The information and its format have been checked by the various states for accuracy. Following the certification requirements, the author has included a section…

This document presents the state standards for certification of teachers and other educational personnel in the state of Maine. Included are an introduction, general regulations and policies, and specific requirements for each certificate. (MM)

This publication offers an update of pertinent information for teachers, administrators, librarians, counselors, and other school personnel on certification requirements. Recommendations from regional and national associations on school staff responsibilities and school policies are presented, as well as current addresses for sources of…