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 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…

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 article traces the historical development of professional standards and highlights some of the issues that have surfaced in the development process. Traditional and existing accreditation procedures are describes as well as recent trends in national accreditation that may be conducive to ACES-sponsored accreditation of preparation programs.…

Surveys state departments of education to determine present standards for continuing education of school psychologists. Of states responding 43 percent have some requirements; the majority require six semester hours of college credit within five years. The use of staff development credits includes workshops and conventions. (JAC)

This report describes several examples of successful academic linkages between state training offices and postsecondary institutions that result in enhanced professional development opportunities for drug abuse workers. The role of federal and state governments in drug abuse training is discussed along with several articles that are designed to…