The chart below provides information regarding the programs which lead to professional licensure and/or certification and whether the program meets educational pre-requisites, as well as information about the licensure and/or certification process. The University makes no representations that the programs contained in the chart lead to any licenses/certifications other than those listed below. Any programs not included in the chart are not designed lead to professional licensure and/or certification.
Students interested in enrolling in programs leading to professional licensure should review licensure requirements for the state/territory in which they wish to become employed. To determine if a program is open to enrollment in a specific state/territory please contact Admissions.
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Alabama | Bachelor of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Alabama Board of Social Work Examiners License/Certification Name: Bachelor Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university including completion of a social work program approved or accredited or in candidacy by the Council on Social Work Education Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://socialwork.alabama.gov/applications-and-forms/paper-applications-and-forms/ |
Alaska | Bachelor of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Alaska Board of Social Work Examiners License/Certification Name: Baccalaureate Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a bachelor’s degree in social work from a college or university approved by the board Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes |
American Samoa | Bachelor of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: American Samoa License/Certification Name: Unknown Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Unknown Postgraduate Training or Coursework: Unknown Postgraduate Work Experience: Unknown Examination(s): Unknown Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Undetermined Links: Unknown |
Arizona | Bachelor of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners License/Certification Name: Baccalaureate Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a baccalaureate degree in social work from a regionally accredited college or university in a program accredited by the CSWE Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes |
Arkansas | Bachelor of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Arkansas Social Work Licensing Board License/Certification Name: Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a baccalaureate degree in a social work program from a program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://www.healthy.arkansas.gov/programs-services/topics/arkansas-social-work-licensing-board |
Delaware | Bachelor of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Delaware Board of Social Work Examiners License/Certification Name: Bachelors Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a baccalaureate degree in social work from a program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education or its successor Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://dpr.delaware.gov/boards/socialworkers/bachelors-and-masters-social-worker/ |
District of Columbia | Bachelor of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: District of Columbia Board of Social Work License/Certification Name: Social Work Associate License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: bachelor’s degree in social work (BSW) from a program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes |
Federated States of Micronesia | Bachelor of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Federated States of Micronesia License/Certification Name: Unknown Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Unknown Postgraduate Training or Coursework: Unknown Postgraduate Work Experience: Unknown Examination(s): Unknown Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Undetermined Links: Unknown |
Guam | Bachelor of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Guam Board of Social Work License/Certification Name: Bachelor Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Hold a Bachelor’s degree from a college or university in a social work program accredited by or deemed to be equivalent to a program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://guamhplo.org/gbsw |
Hawaii | Bachelor of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Hawaii Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs, Professional & Vocational Licensing Division License/Certification Name: Bachelor Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a bachelor's degree from a college or university in a social work program accredited by OR deemed to be equivalent to an accredited program by the Council on Social Work Education Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://cca.hawaii.gov/pvl/programs/socialworker/application_publications/ |
Idaho | Bachelor of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Idaho Board of Social Work Examiners License/Certification Name: Bachelor Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a baccalaureate degree in social work from a college or university approved by the board Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://apps.dopl.idaho.gov/DOPLPortal/BoardAdditional.aspx?Bureau=SWO&BureauLinkID=930 |
Illinois | Bachelor of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation License/Certification Name: Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a degree in social work from an undergraduate program approved by the Department Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: Applicants must have at least 3 years of supervised professional experience subsequent to obtaining their degree Examination(s): None Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes |
Indiana | Bachelor of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Indiana Behavioral Health and Human Services Licensing Board License/Certification Name: Bachelor Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a bachelor's degree in social work from an eligible postsecondary educational institution that is accredited or approved for candidacy by the Council on Social Work Education or approved by the board Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes |
Iowa | Bachelor of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Iowa Board of Social Work License/Certification Name: Bachelor Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a bachelor’s degree from a social work program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education at the time of graduation Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://dial.iowa.gov/i-need/licenses/other-professional-licensure/social-work-licensure |
Kansas | Bachelor of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Kansas Behavioral Sciences Regulatory Board License/Certification Name: Bachelor Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a bachelor's degree in Social Work from a CSWE accredited program or meets Board requirements Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes |
Kentucky | Bachelor of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Kentucky Board of Social Work License/Certification Name: Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a bachelor's degree in social work accredited by the CSWE OR a nonsocial work bachelor’s degree with additional coursework to meet equivalency standards Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://secure.kentucky.gov/FormServices/BSW/LicenseeApplication |
Louisiana | Bachelor of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Louisiana State Board of Social Work Examiners License/Certification Name: Registered Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a bachelor's degree or master's degree from an accredited social work program Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): None Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes |
Maine | Bachelor of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Maine State Board of Social Worker Licensure License/Certification Name: Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) degree from a Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) accredited program (transcript) Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes |
Maryland | Bachelor of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Maryland Board of Social Work Examiners License/Certification Name: Bachelor Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a baccalaureate degree in social work from a program that is accredited or is a candidate for accreditation by the Council on Social Work Education or an equivalent organization approved by the Council on Social Work Education Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://health.maryland.gov/bswe/Pages/Online-Application.aspx |
Massachusetts | Bachelor of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Massachusetts Board of Registration of Social Workers License/Certification Name: Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: A baccalaureate degree in social work (BSW) from an undergraduate school or program of social work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education or other combination of education and experience acceptable to the Board Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes |
Michigan | Bachelor of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Michigan Board of Social Workers License/Certification Name: Bachelors Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a baccalaureate degree program from a program of social work accredited by the CSWE or otherwise acceptable to the Board Postgraduate Training or Coursework: Applicants must complete a one-time training in identifying victims of human trafficking Beginning June 1, 2022, completion of 2 hours of implicit bias training Postgraduate Work Experience: Applicants must have at least 4,000 hours of post-degree supervised work experience accrued over not less than 2 years with a limited bachelor's social worker license Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://www.michigan.gov/lara/bureau-list/bpl/health/hp-lic-health-prof/social |
Minnesota | Bachelor of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Minnesota Board of Social Work License/Certification Name: Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Baccalaureate (bachelor's) degree in social work from a program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://mn.gov/boards/social-work/applicants/applyforlicense/lsw.jsp |
Mississippi | Bachelor of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Mississippi Board of Examiners for Social Workers and Marriage & Family Therapists License/Certification Name: Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a baccalaureate degree in social work from a college or university accredited by Council on Social Work Education) (CSWE) or Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS) Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://www.swmft.ms.gov/social-work-licensure-information-0 |
Missouri | Bachelor of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Missouri Committee for Social Workers License/Certification Name: Baccalaureate Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a baccalaureate or master's degree in social work from an accredited social work program approved by the council on social work education Postgraduate Training or Coursework: Applicants must complete 2 hours of suicide assessment, referral, treatment, and management training Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes |
Montana | Bachelor of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Montana Board of Behavioral Health License/Certification Name: Baccalaureate Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a bachelor's degree in social work from a from a program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) or a program currently in CSWE candidacy status Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: Applicants must have registered as a social worker licensure candidate to obtain supervision hours. Applicants must complete a minimum of 2,000 total hours of supervised work experience over a period of no less than 18 months. Of those 2,000 hours, at least 100 hours must include individual or group supervision by a qualified supervisor and of those 100 hours, at least 25 hours must be with the client populations that will be served by the candidate Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes |
Nebraska | Bachelor of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Nebraska Office of Behavioral Health & Consumer Services License/Certification Name: Social Worker Certificate Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a bachelor's or master’s degree in social work from a program approved by the Council on Social Work Education Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): None Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://dhhs.ne.gov/licensure/Pages/Mental-Health-and-Social-Work-Practice.aspx |
Nevada | Bachelor of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Nevada Board of Examiners for Social Workers License/Certification Name: Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a baccalaureate or master's degree in Social Work from a college or university accredited by the Council on Social Work Education Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes |
New Hampshire | Bachelor of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: New Hampshire Board of Mental Health Practice License/Certification Name: Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Applicants must have 300 hours of social work or mental health education and 300 hours of supervised practical training within the degree-granting program, as part of the supervised work experience or separately Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: Applicants must complete 4,000 hours of supervised work experience Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes |
New Jersey | Bachelor of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: New Jersey State Board of Social Work Examiners License/Certification Name: Social Worker Certification Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a baccalaureate degree in social work from an educational program accredited, or in candidacy for accreditation, by the Council on Social Work Education Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://www.njconsumeraffairs.gov/sw/Pages/Certified-Social-Worker.aspx |
New Mexico | Bachelor of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: New Mexico Board of Social Work Examiners License/Certification Name: Baccalaureate Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a bachelor's degree in social work from a program accredited by the council on social work education Postgraduate Training or Coursework: Applicants must complete a course in New Mexico cultures Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination and state jurisprudence exam Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes |
North Carolina | Bachelor of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: North Carolina Social Work Certification and Licensure Board License/Certification Name: Social Worker Certification Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a bachelor's degree in social work from a program accredited by the council on social work education Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://ncswboard.gov/levels-and-eligibility-requirements/ |
North Dakota | Bachelor of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: North Dakota Board of Social Work Examiners License/Certification Name: Bachelor Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Bachelor’s degree in social work from a CSWE-accredited college or university Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes |
Northern Mariana Islands | Bachelor of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Northern Mariana Islands License/Certification Name: Baccalaureate Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a Bachelor’s degree in social work from a college or university accredited by or deemed to be equivalent to an accredited program by the Council on Social Work Education, or the Canadian Association of Schools of Social Work or from a college or university accredited by an accrediting organization recognized by the Board, or a social work education program approved by the Board Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://www.cnmilicensing.gov.mp/health-care-professions-licensing-board/ |
Ohio | Bachelor of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Ohio Counselor, Social Worker and Marriage and Family Therapist Board License/Certification Name: Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: In Ohio, they grant "social worker license", but the credential itself will include a notation for the level of academic preparedness they have. See Rule 4757-19-01 | Requirements for licensure as a social worker. https://codes.ohio.gov/ohio-administrative-code/rule-4757-19-01 The applicant shall have a bachelor's degree in social work or a master's degree in social work, or a doctoral degree in social work from an appropriately accredited educational institution; which shows evidence of meeting the following coursework requirements, unless the degree is accredited by CSWE, in which case it is recognized as a qualifying degree in social work: (1) Coursework in the area of human development and behavior which includes: the social, psychological, and physiological growth of an individual, and the effects of growth of a personality in the social environment. (2) Social work practice courses taught by an individual with an advanced degree in social work. Coursework shall include methods of social intervention: casework, groupwork, community organization and practice, social research and administration: in addition, three semester hours of coursework or its equivalent in the area of social work research shall be required. (3) Coursework in social welfare and policy area. Social welfare and policy includes the history of social welfare; policy development and analysis (4) Coursework in social work theory which includes the study of the principles, which demonstrate various types of bio-psycho-social interventions. (5) A supervised practicum and/or field experience that meets CSWE requirements, with a primary focus on social intervention coordinated by a an individual with an advanced degree in social work. At its discretion the committee may waive certain field experience hours or approve alternative means of completing the requirements, provided the social work program can attest to the competence of the applicant following completion of the field experience. (6) The program shall reflect continuous effort to enrich the educational experience by incorporating content on social work professional and legal ethics, and racial ethnic and cultural diversity as well as women's issues into the curriculum. Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://cswmft.ohio.gov/get-licensed/social-workers/lsw+license+instructions |
Oklahoma | Bachelor of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Oklahoma State Board of Licensed Social Workers License/Certification Name: Social Worker Associate License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a baccalaureate degree in social work from an accredited institution or an approved social work program or both Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://www.ok.gov/socialworkers/Forms_&_Applications/index.html |
Oregon | Bachelor of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Oregon Board of Licensed Social Workers License/Certification Name: Baccalaureate Social Worker Registration Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a baccalaureate degree in social work from a college accredited by or considered in candidacy status by a credentialing body recognized by the board Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination and state jurisprudence exam Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://www.oregon.gov/blsw/Pages/LicenseDescriptions.aspx |
Pennsylvania | Bachelor of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Pennsylvania State Board of Social Workers, Marriage and Family Therapists and Professional Counselors License/Certification Name: Licensed Bachelor Social Worker Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a bachelor’s degree from a program of social work or social welfare accredited by the Council on Social Work Education Postgraduate Training or Coursework: Applicants must complete 3 hours of Board-approved continuing education in child abuse recognition and reporting for initial licensure. Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes |
Puerto Rico | Bachelor of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Puerto Rico, Board of Examiners of Social Work Professionals of License/Certification Name: Provisional License of Social Work Professional Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: completed a Bachelor of Arts with a concentration in Social Work from a University recognized by the Office of Registration and Licensing of Educational Institutions or have baccalaureate degree from a recognized University Postgraduate Training or Coursework: have eighteen (18) or more credits of post-graduate studies in Social Work from a recognized University. Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: No Links: https://www.statedepartment.pr.gov/juntas-examinadoras/social-work-professionals |
Republic of Palau | Bachelor of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Republic of Palau License/Certification Name: Unknown Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Unknown Postgraduate Training or Coursework: Unknown Postgraduate Work Experience: Unknown Examination(s): Unknown Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Undetermined Links: Unknown |
Republic of the Marshall Islands | Bachelor of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Republic of the Marshall Islands License/Certification Name: Unknown Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Unknown Postgraduate Training or Coursework: Unknown Postgraduate Work Experience: Unknown Examination(s): Unknown Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Undetermined Links: Unknown |
South Carolina | Bachelor of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: South Carolina Board of Social Work Examiners License/Certification Name: Baccalaureate Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a baccalaureate degree from a social work program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes |
South Dakota | Bachelor of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: South Dakota Board of Social Work Examiners License/Certification Name: Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Baccalaureate degree in a social work or social welfare program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://dss.sd.gov/licensingboards/socialwork/licensing.aspx |
Tennessee | Bachelor of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Tennessee Board of Social Workers License/Certification Name: Baccalaureate Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a bachelor's degree in social work from an institution that was accredited by the Council on Social Work Education at the time the degree was granted Postgraduate Training or Coursework: Applicants must complete a suicide prevention training Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes |
Texas | Bachelor of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Texas State Board of Social Worker Examiners License/Certification Name: Baccalaureate Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a baccalaureate degree in social work from a CSWE accredited social work program Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination and state jurisprudence exam Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://bhec.texas.gov/online-license-renewal-system/ |
Utah | Bachelor of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Utah State Social Worker Licensing Board License/Certification Name: Social Service Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: A Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, OR Completed first academic year of a CSWE approved Masters of Social Work curriculum and practicum, OR A Masters degree in Psychology, Marriage and Family Therapy or Mental Counseling, OR A Bachelor’s degree in another field with three semester hours each in the area of Social Welfare Policy, Human Growth and Development (across the lifespan, and Social Work Practice Methods and 2,000 hours of qualifying experience. Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://dopl.utah.gov/soc/ |
Virgin Islands | Bachelor of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Virgin Islands Department of Licensing and Consumer Affairs License/Certification Name: Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: A baccalaureate degree in a social work or social welfare program approved by the Board from a college or university approved by the Board or a baccalaureate degree in another field, plus two years' experience in a social work capacity Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://dlca.vi.gov/boardcertifications/steps/swrequirements/ |
Virginia | Bachelor of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Virginia Board of Social Work License/Certification Name: Baccalaureate Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a bachelor's degree from an accredited school of social work Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes |
West Virginia | Bachelor of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: West Virginia Board of Social Work License/Certification Name: Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Bachelor's degree in Social Work from a Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) accredited social work program Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://www.wvsocialworkboard.org/Licensure/License-Types/Regular-License/Level-A-LSW |
Wisconsin | Bachelor of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services License/Certification Name: Social Worker Certificate Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a bachelor’s, master’s or doctoral degree in social work accredited by, or a pre−accreditation program, of the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) at the time the applicant graduated from the program or school Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination and state jurisprudence exam Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://dsps.wi.gov/pages/Professions/SocialWorker/Default.aspx |
Wyoming | Bachelor of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Wyoming Mental Health Professions Licensing Board License/Certification Name: Social Worker Certificate Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a baccalaureate degree in social work from accredited by the Council on Social Work Education Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes |
Alabama | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Alabama Board of Social Work Examiners License/Certification Name: Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: have a master of social work or a doctor of social work from a college or university approved or accredited or in candidacy by the Council on Social Work Education Postgraduate Training or Coursework: Applicants must have received a minimum of 96 hours or more of postgraduate continuing clinical supervision provided by a board approved supervisors Postgraduate Work Experience: Applicants must have at least two years of postgraduate experience (3,000 hours) in the practice of social work under the supervision of a licensed independent clinical social worker Examination(s): Applicants must have a current active license at the Master level (if applying as a candidate for the examination) Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://socialwork.alabama.gov/applications-and-forms/paper-applications-and-forms/ |
Alabama | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Alabama Board of Social Work Examiners License/Certification Name: Master Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a master of social work or a doctor of social work from a college or university approved or accredited or in candidacy by the Council on Social Work Education Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://socialwork.alabama.gov/applications-and-forms/paper-applications-and-forms/ |
Alaska | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Alaska Board of Social Work Examiners License/Certification Name: Clinical Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a master’s degree or a doctoral degree in social work from a college or university approved by the board Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: Applicants must have at least two years of continuous full-time employment (3,000 hours) in postgraduate clinical social work under supervision Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes |
Alaska | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Alaska Board of Social Work Examiners License/Certification Name: Master Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a master’s degree or a doctoral degree in social work from a college or university approved by the board Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes |
American Samoa | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: American Samoa License/Certification Name: Unknown Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Unknown Postgraduate Training or Coursework: Unknown Postgraduate Work Experience: Unknown Examination(s): Unknown Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Undetermined Links: Unknown |
American Samoa | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: American Samoa License/Certification Name: Unknown Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Unknown Postgraduate Training or Coursework: Unknown Postgraduate Work Experience: Unknown Examination(s): Unknown Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Undetermined Links: Unknown |
Arizona | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners License/Certification Name: Clinical Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a master or higher degree in social work from a regionally accredited college or university in a program accredited by the CSWE Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: Applicants must have at least 3,200 hours of post-master's degree experience under supervision. The 3,200 hours must include at least one hundred hours of clinical supervision and at least 1,600 hours of direct client contact Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes |
Arizona | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners License/Certification Name: Master Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a master or higher degree in social work from a regionally accredited college or university in a program accredited by the CSWE Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes |
Arkansas | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Arkansas Social Work Licensing Board License/Certification Name: Certified Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a master's degree in social work from a program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: Applicants must have two-years (4,000 hours) postmaster's LCSW supervised social work experience, of which at least 100 must be direct supervision hours, with no more than 2 hours occurring in any one-week period Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://www.healthy.arkansas.gov/programs-services/topics/arkansas-social-work-licensing-board |
Arkansas | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Arkansas Social Work Licensing Board License/Certification Name: Master Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a master's degree in social work from a program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://www.healthy.arkansas.gov/programs-services/topics/arkansas-social-work-licensing-board |
California | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: California Board of Behavioral Sciences License/Certification Name: Associate Clinical Social Worker Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Master’s degree from a program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) Postgraduate Training or Coursework: Attach a certificate of completion for 12 hours of coursework that covers, at minimum, all of the following content pertaining to California Law and Ethics: Advertising, scope of practice, scope of competence, treatment of minors, confidentiality, dangerous patients, psychotherapist-patient privilege, recordkeeping, patient access to records, state and federal laws related to confidentiality of patient health information, dual relationships, child abuse, elder and dependent adult abuse, online therapy, insurance reimbursement, civil liability, disciplinary actions and unprofessional conduct, ethics complaints and ethical standards, termination of therapy, standards of care, relevant family law, therapist disclosures to patients, the application of legal and ethical standards in different types of work settings, and licensing law and process. This course must be taken from a Board-accepted continuing education provider, including a school that holds a CSWE accreditation, a school that holds a regional or national institutional accreditation recognized by the United States Department of Education (USDE), or a school approved by the Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education (BPPE). Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): None Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes |
California | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: California Board of Behavioral Sciences License/Certification Name: Licensed Clinical Social Worker Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a master’s degree accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) Applicant must submit proof of completion of the following courses/training: Child Abuse Assessment and Reporting in California (7 hours); Human Sexuality (10 hours); Alcoholism and Chemical Substance Abuse & Dependency (15 hours); Aging, Long Term Care and Elder/Dependent Adult Abuse (10 hours); Spousal/Partner Abuse Assessment, Detection, and Intervention (15 hours); Suicide Risk Assessment and Intervention (6 hours) Postgraduate Training or Coursework: Applicants must have at least two years (104 weeks/3,000 hours) of supervised post-degree work experience. A minimum of 2,000 hours must be in clinical psychosocial diagnosis, assessment, and treatment, including psychotherapy or counseling; however, at least 750 hours shall be face-to-face individual or group psychotherapy provided in the context of clinical social work services. Postgraduate Work Experience: Applicants must first register as an Associate Clinical Social Worker Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination and a California law and ethics examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes |
Colorado | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Colorado Board of Social Work Examiners License/Certification Name: Clinical Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Master’s or Doctorate in Social Work from a program approved by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) or equivalent Postgraduate Training or Coursework: Applicants must have at least 24 months (3,360 hours) of experience. 96 hours must be supervision, of which 48 hours must be face-to-face individual supervision, all distributed evenly over 24 months Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination and the Colorado Mental Health Professions Jurisprudence Exam Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes |
Colorado | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Colorado Board of Social Work Examiners License/Certification Name: Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Master’s or Doctorate in Social Work from a program approved by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) or equivalent Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination and the Colorado Mental Health Professions Jurisprudence Exam Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes |
Connecticut | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Connecticut Department of Public Health License/Certification Name: Clinical Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a master's or doctorate degree from a social work program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education Postgraduate Training or Coursework: Applicants must have at least 3000 hours of post-master's social work experience including not less than 100 hours of experience under professional supervision by a licensed clinical or certified independent social worker Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes |
Connecticut | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Connecticut Department of Public Health License/Certification Name: Master Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a master's degree from a social work program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes |
Delaware | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Delaware Board of Social Work Examiners License/Certification Name: Clinical Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a master’s or doctoral degree in social work from a program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education or its successor, or has graduated and received a doctoral degree from a program the Board has approved Postgraduate Training or Coursework: Applicants must have at least 3,200 hours of post-degree supervised clinical social work experience obtained over a two-year period. 1,600 of the required 3,200 hours must be clinical experience hours of which at least 100 hours shall be one-to-one supervision Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://dpr.delaware.gov/boards/socialworkers/newlicense/ |
Delaware | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Delaware Board of Social Work Examiners License/Certification Name: Masters Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a master’s degree in social work from a program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education or its successor Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://dpr.delaware.gov/boards/socialworkers/bachelors-and-masters-social-worker/ |
District of Columbia | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: District of Columbia Board of Social Work License/Certification Name: Graduate Social Work License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a master's degree or a doctorate from a social work program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes |
District of Columbia | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: District of Columbia Board of Social Work License/Certification Name: Independent Clinical Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a master's degree or a doctorate from a social work program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education Postgraduate Training or Coursework: Applicants must have at least 3,000 hours of post-master's or postdoctoral experience participating in the diagnosis and treatment of individuals, families, and groups with psychosocial problems, under the supervision of a licensed independent clinical social worker over a period of not less than 2 years Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes |
District of Columbia | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: District of Columbia Board of Social Work License/Certification Name: Independent Social Work License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a master's degree or a doctorate from a social work program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: Applicants must have at least 3,000 hours post-master's or postdoctoral experience under the supervision of a licensed independent social worker over a period of not less than 2 years Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes |
Federated States of Micronesia | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Federated States of Micronesia License/Certification Name: Unknown Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Unknown Postgraduate Training or Coursework: Unknown Postgraduate Work Experience: Unknown Examination(s): Unknown Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Undetermined Links: Unknown |
Federated States of Micronesia | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Federated States of Micronesia License/Certification Name: Unknown Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Unknown Postgraduate Training or Coursework: Unknown Postgraduate Work Experience: Unknown Examination(s): Unknown Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Undetermined Links: Unknown |
Florida | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Florida Board of Clinical Social Work, Marriage & Family Therapy and Mental Health Counseling License/Certification Name: Certified Master Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: A master’s degree in social work from a Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) accredited school of social work. Degree must have an emphasis or specialty in clinical practice or administration, including, but not limited to, agency administration and supervision, program planning and evaluation, staff development, research, community organization, community services, social planning, and human service advocacy None, but coursework must include 3 semester hours of graduate level coursework in the following content areas: (1) agency administration and supervision; (2) program planning and evaluation; (3) staff development; (4) research; (5) community organization; (6) community services; (7) social planning and (8) human services advocacy Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: Applicants must have at least 3 years of experience in the field of social work, 2 years of which must have been at the post-master’s level under the supervision Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://floridasmentalhealthprofessions.gov/licensing/certified-master-social-worker/ |
Florida | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Florida Board of Clinical Social Work, Marriage & Family Therapy and Mental Health Counseling License/Certification Name: Clinical Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: A master’s degree in social work from a Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) accredited school of social work showing graduate level coursework and a supervised practicum experience Postgraduate Training or Coursework: Applicants must complete an 8-hour Florida laws and rules course Applicants must complete a 3-hour HIV/AIDS course Applicants must complete a 2-hour domestic violence course within six months of licensure Postgraduate Work Experience: Applicants must have at least 2 years of post-master’s supervised experience under the supervision of a licensed clinical social worker. The supervision experience must have consisted of at least 100 hours of supervision in no less than 100 weeks; 1,500 hours of face-to-face psychotherapy with clients; and, 1 hour of supervision every two weeks Examination(s): Requires registration as an intern in order to gain post-masters experience (valid for 5 years). Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://floridasmentalhealthprofessions.gov/licensing/licensed-clinical-social-worker/ |
Georgia | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Georgia Board of Professional Counselors, Social Workers, and Marriage & Family Therapists License/Certification Name: Clinical Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a master’s degree in Social Work and graduated from an institution accredited by the Council on Social Work Education Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: Applicants must have at least 3 years full-time (3,000 hours), post-master's supervised experience. Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://sos.ga.gov/how-to-guide/how-guide-clinical-social-worker |
Georgia | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Georgia Board of Professional Counselors, Social Workers, and Marriage & Family Therapists License/Certification Name: Master Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a master’s degree in Social Work and graduated from an institution accredited by the Council on Social Work Education Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://sos.ga.gov/how-to-guide/how-guide-master-social-worker |
Guam | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Guam Board of Social Work License/Certification Name: Clinical Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Hold a Master’s degree from a college or university in a social work program accredited by or deemed to be equivalent to an accredited program by the Council on Social Work Education or a doctoral degree from a doctoral degree program in social work accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges or a comparable regional accreditation body Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: Three thousand (3,000) hours of post masters clinical social work experience under the supervision, and completed within no fewer than two (2) years, but within no more than five (5) years Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://guamhplo.org/gbsw |
Guam | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Guam Board of Social Work License/Certification Name: Master Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: hold a Master’s degree from a college or university in a social work program accredited by or deemed to be equivalent to an accredited program by the Council on Social Work Education or a doctoral degree from a doctoral degree program in social work accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges or a comparable regional accreditation body Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://guamhplo.org/gbsw |
Hawaii | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Hawaii Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs, Professional & Vocational Licensing Division License/Certification Name: Clinical Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a master's degree from a college or university in a social work program accredited by OR deemed to be equivalent to an accredited program by the Council on Social Work Education OR a doctoral degree in a social work program from a college or university accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges or a comparable regional accreditation body Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: Applicants must have at least 3,000 hours of post masters clinical social work experience under supervision completed within no fewer than two years. Hours must include a minimum of 2,000 hours of assessment, clinical diagnosis, and psychotherapy and at least 100 hours of supervision of which 60 hours shall have been individualized supervision Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://cca.hawaii.gov/pvl/programs/socialworker/application_publications/ |
Hawaii | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Hawaii Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs, Professional & Vocational Licensing Division License/Certification Name: Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a master's degree from a college or university in a social work program accredited by OR deemed to be equivalent to an accredited program by the Council on Social Work Education OR a doctoral degree in a social work program from a college or university accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges or a comparable regional accreditation body Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://cca.hawaii.gov/pvl/programs/socialworker/application_publications/ |
Idaho | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Idaho Board of Social Work Examiners License/Certification Name: Clinical Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a master’s degree or doctorate in social work Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: Applicants must have at least 3,000 hours of supervised social work experience completed in no fewer than 2 years. Hours must include at least 1,750 hours of direct client contact involving treatment in clinical social work, 1,250 hours involving assessment, diagnosis, and other clinical social work, and a minimum of 100 hours must be face-to-face Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://apps.dopl.idaho.gov/DOPLPortal/BoardAdditional.aspx?Bureau=SWO&BureauLinkID=930 |
Idaho | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Idaho Board of Social Work Examiners License/Certification Name: Masters Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a master’s degree or doctorate in social work from a college or university approved by the board Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://apps.dopl.idaho.gov/DOPLPortal/BoardAdditional.aspx?Bureau=SWO&BureauLinkID=930 |
Illinois | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation License/Certification Name: Clinical Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a master's degree in social work from an approved program Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: Applicants must have at least 3,000 hours of supervised clinical professional experience Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes |
Illinois | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation License/Certification Name: Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: has a degree from a graduate program of social work approved by the Department [or see requirements on LBSW tab] Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): None Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes |
Indiana | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Indiana Behavioral Health and Human Services Licensing Board License/Certification Name: Clinical Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a doctoral degree in social work from an eligible postsecondary educational institution that at the time of graduation was accredited by an accrediting agency recognized by the United States Department of Education; or at least a master's degree in social work from an eligible postsecondary educational institution accredited or approved for candidacy by the Council on Social Work Education. The graduate program must have emphasized direct clinical or client health services graduate program under this subdivision must have emphasized direct clinical or client health services as provided under IC 25-23.6-5-3.1 Graduate program providing clinical experience Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: Applicants must have at least 3,000 hours of clinical social work experience under supervision completed in no fewer than 2 years. At least 50% of the time should have consisted of providing counseling services directly to clients Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes |
Indiana | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Indiana Behavioral Health and Human Services Licensing Board License/Certification Name: Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: has a master's degree in social work from an eligible postsecondary educational institution approved by the board Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes |
Iowa | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Iowa Board of Social Work License/Certification Name: Independent Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a master’s degree from a social work program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education at the time of graduation Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: Applicants must have at least 3,000 hours of supervised clinical experience of which at least 2,000 hours must consist of direct client contact. Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://dial.iowa.gov/i-need/licenses/other-professional-licensure/social-work-licensure |
Iowa | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Iowa Board of Social Work License/Certification Name: Master Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a master’s degree from a social work program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education at the time of graduation Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://dial.iowa.gov/i-need/licenses/other-professional-licensure/social-work-licensure |
Kansas | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Kansas Behavioral Sciences Regulatory Board License/Certification Name: Licensed Specialist Clinical Social Worker Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a masters degree in Social Work from a CSWE accredited program or meets Board requirements. 15 graduate-level credit hours supporting diagnosis or treatment of mental disorders using the diagnostic and statistical manual of mental disorders; 3 of the 15 credit hours shall consist of a discrete academic course whose primary and explicit focus is upon psychopathology and the diagnosis and treatment of mental disorders as classified in the diagnostic and statistical manual of mental disorders. Program should include a supervised clinical practicum that includes psychotherapy and assessment and shall include not less than 350 hours of direct client contact; or postgraduate supervised experience including psychotherapy and assessment Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None, but additional experience will be required if applicants did not complete a qualifying practicum experience during their program. A graduate-level, supervised clinical practicum of professional experience that includes psychotherapy and assessment. The practicum shall integrate diagnosis and treatment of mental disorders with use of the diagnostic and statistical manual of mental disorders as identified in K.A.R. 102-2-14 and shall include not less than 350 hours of direct client contact Postgraduate Work Experience: Applicants must have at least 4000 hours of post-graduate supervised clinical work experience in a clinical setting over no fewer than two years of which at least 1,500 hours must be of direct client contact conducting psychotherapy and assessments with individuals, couples, families, or groups. Not less than 150 hours shall be of clinical supervision, of which a minimum of 75 hours shall be individual supervision, of which at least 50 hours shall be obtained in person Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes |
Kansas | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Kansas Behavioral Sciences Regulatory Board License/Certification Name: Master Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a masters degree in Social Work from a CSWE accredited program or meets Board requirements Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes |
Kentucky | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Kentucky Board of Social Work License/Certification Name: Certified Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Master’s degree or doctorate in social work from CSWE approved program Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://secure.kentucky.gov/FormServices/BSW/LicenseeApplication |
Kentucky | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Kentucky Board of Social Work License/Certification Name: Clinical Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Master’s degree or doctorate in social work from CSWE approved program Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: Applicants must have at least 2 years of post- master’s experience consisting of at least 30 hours/week of clinical practice under supervision. Applicants must have 200 hours of supervision, with a minimum of 100 hours of one-to-one individual supervision with a board-approved LCSW supervisor Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://secure.kentucky.gov/FormServices/BSW/LicenseeApplication |
Louisiana | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Louisiana State Board of Social Work Examiners License/Certification Name: Clinical Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a master's degree from an accredited graduate school of social work Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: Applicants must have 5,760 hours of post graduate social work practice, with at least 3,840 hours under supervision according to Board standards Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes |
Louisiana | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Louisiana State Board of Social Work Examiners License/Certification Name: Masters Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a master's degree from an accredited graduate school of social work Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes |
Maine | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Maine State Board of Social Worker Licensure License/Certification Name: Clinical Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a master's of social work degree from a CSWE accredited institution. Applicants shall demonstrate a minimum of 12 hours of course work in family or intimate partner violence Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: For applicants whose MSWs are in clinical concentrations, 96 hours of consultation concurrent with 3,200 hours of social work employment occurring within a period of not less than 2 years. At least 72 consultation hours must be individual, face-to-face consultation For applicants whose MSWs are in nonclinical concentrations, 192 hours of consultation concurrent with 6,400 hours of social work employment occurring within a period of not less than 4 years. At least 144 consultation hours must be individual, face-to-face consultation. Examination(s): A valid LMSW Conditional (Clinical) license issued by the Board. Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes |
Maine | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Maine State Board of Social Worker Licensure License/Certification Name: Master Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a master's of social work degree from a CSWE accredited institution Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes |
Maryland | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Maryland Board of Social Work Examiners License/Certification Name: Certified Social Worker - Clinical License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a master’s degree in social work and documentation of completion of 12 academic credits in clinical course work from a program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education or an equivalent organization approved by the Council on Social Work Education, with a minimum of 6 of the 12 academic credits obtained in a master’s degree program Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: Applicants must have at least 3,000 hours of post-masters supervised social work experience, of which 1,500 hours are in face–to–face client contact, after receiving the master’s degree with a minimum of 100 hours of periodic face–to–face supervision in the assessment, formulation of a diagnostic impression, and treatment of behavioral health disorders and other conditions and the provision of psychotherapy under the terms and conditions as determined by the Board Examination(s): A state master social worker license. Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://health.maryland.gov/bswe/Pages/Online-Application.aspx |
Maryland | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Maryland Board of Social Work Examiners License/Certification Name: Certified Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a master’s degree from a program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education or an equivalent organization approved by the Council on Social Work Education Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: Applicants must have at least 3,000 hours of post-masters supervised social work experience, of which at least 100 hours shall be of periodic face–to–face supervision as determined by the Board Examination(s): A state master social worker license. Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://health.maryland.gov/bswe/Pages/Online-Application.aspx |
Maryland | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Maryland Board of Social Work Examiners License/Certification Name: Master Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a master’s degree from a program that is accredited or is a candidate for accreditation by the Council on Social Work Education or an equivalent organization approved by the Council on Social Work Education Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://health.maryland.gov/bswe/Pages/Online-Application.aspx |
Massachusetts | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Massachusetts Board of Registration of Social Workers License/Certification Name: Certified Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a master’s or doctoral degree in social work from a graduate school of social work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes |
Massachusetts | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Massachusetts Board of Registration of Social Workers License/Certification Name: Independent Clinical Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a master’s or doctoral degree in social work from a graduate school of social work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: Applicants must have at least 3,500 hours of clinical social work services over not less than two years. A minimum of 100 hours must be of individual face-to-face clinical supervision Examination(s): Applicants must be currently licensed in Massachusetts at the LCSW level. Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes |
Michigan | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Michigan Board of Social Workers License/Certification Name: Master’s Social Worker License; Clinical Designation Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a master's or doctoral degree program from a program of social work accredited by CSWE or otherwise acceptable to the Board Postgraduate Training or Coursework: Applicants must complete a one-time training in identifying victims of human trafficking Beginning June 1, 2022, completion of 2 hours of implicit bias training Postgraduate Work Experience: Applicants must have at least 4,000 hours of post-degree supervised work experience accrued over not less than 2 years with a limited master's social worker license Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://www.michigan.gov/lara/bureau-list/bpl/health/hp-lic-health-prof/social |
Michigan | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Michigan Board of Social Workers License/Certification Name: Master’s Social Worker License; Macro Designation Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a master's or doctoral degree program from a program of social work accredited by CSWE or otherwise acceptable to the Board Postgraduate Training or Coursework: Implicit Bias Training– Beginning June 1, 2022, completion of 2 hours of implicit bias training within the 5 years immediately preceding issuance of the license or registration is required. Postgraduate Work Experience: Applicants must have at least 4,000 hours of post-degree supervised work experience accrued over not less than 2 years with a limited master's social worker license Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://www.michigan.gov/lara/bureau-list/bpl/health/hp-lic-health-prof/social |
Minnesota | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Minnesota Board of Social Work License/Certification Name: Graduate Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Master's degree in social work from a program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://mn.gov/boards/social-work/applicants/applyforlicense/lgsw.jsp |
Minnesota | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Minnesota Board of Social Work License/Certification Name: Independent Clinical Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Master's degree in social work from a program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None, but applicants must provide documentation that they completed specified clinical clock hours Postgraduate Work Experience: Applicants must have at least 200 hours of supervision over 4,000 to 8,000 hours of clinical practice, including 1,800 direct clinical client contact hours Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://mn.gov/boards/social-work/applicants/applyforlicense/licsw.jsp |
Minnesota | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Minnesota Board of Social Work License/Certification Name: Independent Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Master's degree in social work from a program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: Applicants must have at least 100 hours of supervision over 4,000 hours of nonclinical practice Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://mn.gov/boards/social-work/applicants/applyforlicense/lisw.jsp |
Mississippi | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Mississippi Board of Examiners for Social Workers and Marriage & Family Therapists License/Certification Name: Certified Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a master's degree from a school of social work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) or a doctorate in social work (D.S.W. or Ph.D.) Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: Applicants must have at least 24 months of professional supervision and clinical or macro social work practice experience. A minimum of 100 hours must be of individual face-to-face clinical supervision. A minimum of 1,000 hours must be face-to-face client contact Examination(s): Applicants must be currently licensed as an LMSW. Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://www.swmft.ms.gov/social-work-licensure-information-0 |
Mississippi | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Mississippi Board of Examiners for Social Workers and Marriage & Family Therapists License/Certification Name: Master Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a master's degree from a school of social work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) or a doctorate in social work (D.S.W. or Ph.D.) Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://www.swmft.ms.gov/social-work-licensure-information-0 |
Missouri | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Missouri Committee for Social Workers License/Certification Name: Clinical Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a master's degree from a college or university program of social work accredited by the council of social work education or a doctorate degree from a school of social work acceptable to the committee Postgraduate Training or Coursework: Applicants must complete 2 hours of suicide assessment, referral, treatment, and management training Postgraduate Work Experience: Applicants must have at least 3,000 hours of supervised clinical experience in no less than 24 months Examination(s): Applicants must be currently licensed as an LMSW. Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes |
Missouri | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Missouri Committee for Social Workers License/Certification Name: Master Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a master's or doctorate degree in social work from an accredited social work degree program approved by the council of social work education Postgraduate Training or Coursework: Applicants must complete 2 hours of suicide assessment, referral, treatment, and management training Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes |
Montana | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Montana Board of Behavioral Health License/Certification Name: Clinical Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a master's degree in social work from a program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) or a program currently in CSWE candidacy status Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: Applicants must have at least 24 months of supervised post-master's degree work experience in psychotherapy, which must have included 3,000 hours of social work experience, of which at least 1,500 hours were in direct client contact. At least 100 hours must include individual or group supervision by a qualified supervisor, of which at least 50 hours must be individual and supervised face-to-face by an LCSW and of those 50 hours, at least 10 hours must include direct observation of service delivery Examination(s): Applicants must have registered as a social worker licensure candidate. Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://boards.bsd.dli.mt.gov/behavioral-health/license-information/licensed-clinical-social-worker |
Montana | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Montana Board of Behavioral Health License/Certification Name: Master Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a master's degree in social work from a program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) or a program currently in CSWE candidacy status Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: Applicants must have registered as a social worker licensure candidate to obtain supervision hours. Applicants must complete a minimum of 2,000 total hours of supervised work experience over a period of no less than 18 months. Of those 2,000 hours, at least 100 hours must include individual or group supervision by a qualified supervisor and of those 100 hours, at least 25 hours must be with the client populations that will be served by the candidate Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes |
Nebraska | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Nebraska Office of Behavioral Health & Consumer Services License/Certification Name: Certified Master Social Worker Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Have a masters or doctorate degree from an approved social work program. Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: 3,000 hours of social work experience, supervised by a Nebraska CMSW. Examination(s): Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) clinical examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://dhhs.ne.gov/licensure/Pages/Mental-Health-and-Social-Work-Practice.aspx |
Nebraska | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Nebraska Office of Behavioral Health & Consumer Services License/Certification Name: Provisional Certification Master Social Worker Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Have a masters or doctorate degree from an approved social work program. Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: Applicants must have at least 3,000 hours of supervised experience following receipt of the masters’ degree Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://dhhs.ne.gov/licensure/Pages/Mental-Health-and-Social-Work-Practice.aspx |
Nevada | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Nevada Board of Examiners for Social Workers License/Certification Name: Clinical Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a Master's degree in Social Work from a college or university accredited by the Council on Social Work Education Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: Applicants must complete an internship program consisting of not less than 3,000 hours of supervised, postgraduate social work. The program must be completed not earlier than 2 years. At least 2,000 hours of the supervised, postgraduate clinical social work must be in the area of psychotherapeutic methods and techniques to person, families and groups to help in the diagnosis and treatment of mental and emotional conditions. Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes |
Nevada | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Nevada Board of Examiners for Social Workers License/Certification Name: Master Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a master's degree in Social Work from a college or university accredited by the Council on Social Work Education Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes |
New Hampshire | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: New Hampshire Board of Mental Health Practice License/Certification Name: Clinical Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a 2-year clinical graduate degree in social work from a school approved by the Council on Social Work Education. Course work for a graduate degree in social work shall be primarily related to clinical social work in content specified by the Board Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: Applicants must have at least 2 years of post-masters experience including completion of a minimum of 3,000 hours of post-masters, supervised clinical experience Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://www.oplc.nh.gov/applications-mental-health-practice |
New Jersey | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: New Jersey State Board of Social Work Examiners License/Certification Name: Clinical Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a master's degree in social work from an educational program accredited, or in candidacy for accreditation, by the Council on Social Work Education, or a doctorate in social work from an accredited institution of higher education Must provide evidence they completed 12 semester hours of graduate level course work in the following areas of study: (1) Diagnosis and assessment in clinical social work practice; (2) Models of psychotherapy or clinical practice (for example, psychodynamic, behavioral, cognitive therapies, task-centered, psychosocial, crisis intervention approaches, etc.); (3) Clinical supervision and consultation; and/or (4) Intervention with special populations Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: Applicants must have at least 3,000 hours of post-master's practice under direct supervision. The 3,000 hours shall be completed in no less than two years and at least 1,920 hours shall be in face-to-face client contact, and half of these 1,920 hours shall be in psychotherapeutic counseling Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://www.njconsumeraffairs.gov/sw/Pages/Licensed-Clinical-Social-Worker.aspx |
New Jersey | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: New Jersey State Board of Social Work Examiners License/Certification Name: Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a master's degree in social work from an educational program accredited, or in candidacy for accreditation, by the Council on Social Work Education or a doctorate in social work from an accredited institution of higher education Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://www.njconsumeraffairs.gov/sw/Pages/Licensed-Social-Worker.aspx |
New Mexico | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: New Mexico Board of Social Work Examiners License/Certification Name: Clinical Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a master's degree in social work from a graduate program of social work accredited by the council on social work education Postgraduate Training or Coursework: Applicants must complete a course in New Mexico cultures Postgraduate Work Experience: Applicants must have at least 3,600 hours of licensed masters level social work experience. Of those hours, 90 hours must be supervision with at least 70 of the hours obtained through direct supervision Examination(s): Applicants must possess an LMSW license. Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination and state jurisprudence exam Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes |
New Mexico | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: New Mexico Board of Social Work Examiners License/Certification Name: Master Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a master's degree in social work from a graduate program of social work accredited by the council on social work education Postgraduate Training or Coursework: Applicants must complete a course in New Mexico cultures Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination and state jurisprudence exam Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes |
New York | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: New York Office of the Professions (Licensed by New York State Education Department (NYSED)) License/Certification Name: Clinical Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: an education that includes a masters degree in social work (M.S.W.) with at least 12 semester hours of clinical coursework acceptable to the Department Postgraduate Training or Coursework: Applicants must complete coursework or training in the identification and reporting of child abuse Postgraduate Work Experience: Applicants must have at least 3 years of post-degree, supervised experience in diagnosis, psychotherapy and assessment-based treatment planning. This must include at least 2,000 client contact hours over a continuous period Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://www.op.nysed.gov/licensed-clinical-social-worker |
New York | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: New York Office of the Professions (Licensed by New York State Education Department (NYSED)) License/Certification Name: Master Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a masters degree in social work (M.S.W.), or its equivalent, (e.g., a higher degree from a social work program that is registered by the Department as licensure-qualifying, accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) or determined by the Department to be substantially equivalent to a registered program Applicants must complete coursework or training in the identification and reporting of child abuse Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://www.op.nysed.gov/licensed-master-social-worker |
North Carolina | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: North Carolina Social Work Certification and Licensure Board License/Certification Name: Clinical Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a masters of social work, doctorate of social work, or PhD in social work from CSWE accredited school Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: Applicants must have at least 3,000 hours of professional post-degree supervised clinical practice. At least one (1) hour of supervision is required for every thirty (30) hours of clinical practice Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://ncswboard.gov/levels-and-eligibility-requirements/ |
North Carolina | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: North Carolina Social Work Certification and Licensure Board License/Certification Name: Master Social Worker Certification Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a masters of social work, doctorate of social work, or PhD in social work from CSWE accredited school Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://ncswboard.gov/levels-and-eligibility-requirements/ |
North Dakota | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: North Dakota Board of Social Work Examiners License/Certification Name: Clinical Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Master's or higher degree in social work from a CSWE-accredited college or university Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: Applicants must have at least 3000 hours of supervised clinical social work practice completed within a 4-year, post-degree period. Applicants must participate in a minimum of 150 total hours of face-to-face supervision Examination(s): Current state social worker license. Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes |
North Dakota | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: North Dakota Board of Social Work Examiners License/Certification Name: Master Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Master’s degree in social work from a CSWE-accredited college or university Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes |
Northern Mariana Islands | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Northern Mariana Islands License/Certification Name: Clinical Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: A master’s or doctoral degree in social work from a college or university accredited by or deemed to be equivalent to an accredited program by the Council on Social Work Education, or the Canadian Association of Schools of Social Work or from a college or university accredited by an accrediting organization recognized by the Board, or a social work education program approved by the Board Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: At least two years of continuous full-time employment in postgraduate clinical social work under the supervision Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://www.cnmilicensing.gov.mp/health-care-professions-licensing-board/ |
Northern Mariana Islands | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Northern Mariana Islands License/Certification Name: Master’s Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: A Master’s degree in social work from a college or university accredited by or deemed to be equivalent to an accredited program by the Council on Social Work Education, or the Canadian Association of Schools of Social Work or from a college or university accredited by an accrediting organization recognized by the Board, or a social work education program approved by the Board Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://www.cnmilicensing.gov.mp/health-care-professions-licensing-board/ |
Ohio | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Ohio Counselor, Social Worker and Marriage and Family Therapist Board License/Certification Name: Independent Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: A master’s degree in social work from a CSWE accredited program Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: Applicants must have at least 2 years supervised experience which includes 3,000 hours of professional practice of social work Examination(s): Licensure as a social worker. Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://cswmft.ohio.gov/get-licensed/social-workers/lisw-license-instructions |
Ohio | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Ohio Counselor, Social Worker and Marriage and Family Therapist Board License/Certification Name: Licensed Social Worker Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: In Ohio, they grant "social worker license", but the credential itself will include a notation for the level of academic preparedness they have. The applicant shall have a bachelor's degree in social work or a master's degree in social work, or a doctoral degree in social work from an appropriately accredited educational institution; which shows evidence of meeting the following coursework requirements, unless the degree is accredited by CSWE, in which case it is recognized as a qualifying degree in social work: (1) Coursework in the area of human development and behavior which includes: the social, psychological, and physiological growth of an individual, and the effects of growth of a personality in the social environment. (2) Social work practice courses taught by an individual with an advanced degree in social work. Coursework shall include methods of social intervention: casework, groupwork, community organization and practice, social research and administration: in addition, three semester hours of coursework or its equivalent in the area of social work research shall be required. (3) Coursework in social welfare and policy area. Social welfare and policy includes the history of social welfare; policy development and analysis (4) Coursework in social work theory which includes the study of the principles, which demonstrate various types of bio-psycho-social interventions. (5) A supervised practicum and/or field experience that meets CSWE requirements, with a primary focus on social intervention coordinated by a an individual with an advanced degree in social work. At its discretion the committee may waive certain field experience hours or approve alternative means of completing the requirements, provided the social work program can attest to the competence of the applicant following completion of the field experience. (6) The program shall reflect continuous effort to enrich the educational experience by incorporating content on social work professional and legal ethics, and racial ethnic and cultural diversity as well as women's issues into the curriculum. Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://cswmft.ohio.gov/get-licensed/social-workers/lsw+license+instructions |
Oklahoma | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Oklahoma State Board of Licensed Social Workers License/Certification Name: Clinical Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a master's degree in social work from an accredited institution or an approved social work program or both Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: Applicants must have at least 2 years of post-degree experience consisting of 4,000 hours of in the practice of clinical social work under supervision of which includes 3,000 hours are of direct client contact. At least 100 hours are of face-to-face educational supervision by the supervisor. Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://www.ok.gov/socialworkers/Forms_&_Applications/index.html |
Oklahoma | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Oklahoma State Board of Licensed Social Workers License/Certification Name: Master’s Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a master's degree in social work from an accredited institution or an approved social work program or both Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://www.ok.gov/socialworkers/Forms_&_Applications/index.html |
Oklahoma | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Oklahoma State Board of Licensed Social Workers License/Certification Name: Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a master's degree in social work from an accredited institution or an approved social work program or both Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: Applicants must have at least 2 years of post-degree experience consisting of 4,000 hours of in the practice of clinical social work under supervision of which 100 hours are of face-to-face educational supervision by the supervisor. Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://www.ok.gov/socialworkers/Forms_&_Applications/index.html |
Oregon | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Oregon Board of Licensed Social Workers License/Certification Name: Clinical Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a master’s degree in social work from a college or university accredited by or considered in candidacy status by a credentialing body recognized by the board Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: Applicants must have at least 3,500 practice hours of which at least 2,000 hours must involve direct contact with a client Examination(s): Applicants must have a state certificate of social work associate or the equivalent of this requirement in another state. Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination and state jurisprudence exam Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://www.oregon.gov/blsw/Pages/LicenseDescriptions.aspx |
Oregon | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Oregon Board of Licensed Social Workers License/Certification Name: Master’s Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a master's degree in social work from a college accredited by or considered in candidacy status by a credentialing body recognized by the board Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination and state jurisprudence exam Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://www.oregon.gov/blsw/Pages/LicenseDescriptions.aspx |
Pennsylvania | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Pennsylvania State Board of Social Workers, Marriage and Family Therapists and Professional Counselors License/Certification Name: Clinical Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a master’s degree in social work or social welfare or a doctoral degree in social work from a school accredited by the Council on Social Work Education Postgraduate Training or Coursework: Applicants must complete at least 3 hours of training in child abuse recognition and reporting Postgraduate Work Experience: Applicants must have at least 3,000 hours of supervised, post-degree clinical experience. Examination(s): Applicants must be currently licensed as a social worker. Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes |
Pennsylvania | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Pennsylvania State Board of Social Workers, Marriage and Family Therapists and Professional Counselors License/Certification Name: Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a master’s degree in social work or social welfare from a school which was an accredited school on the date the degree was awarded or a doctoral degree in social work Postgraduate Training or Coursework: Applicants must complete at least 3 hours of training in child abuse recognition and reporting Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes |
Puerto Rico | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Puerto Rico, Board of Examiners of Social Work Professionals of License/Certification Name: Permanent Professional License as a Social Worker Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a master's degree or doctorate in Social Work from a institution recognized by the University Office of Registration and Licensing of Educational Institutions Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): None Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://www.statedepartment.pr.gov/juntas-examinadoras/social-work-professionals |
Puerto Rico | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Puerto Rico, Board of Examiners of Social Work Professionals of License/Certification Name: Unknown Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Unknown Postgraduate Training or Coursework: Unknown Postgraduate Work Experience: Unknown Examination(s): Unknown Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Undetermined Links: Unknown |
Republic of Palau | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Republic of Palau License/Certification Name: Unknown Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Unknown Postgraduate Training or Coursework: Unknown Postgraduate Work Experience: Unknown Examination(s): Unknown Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Undetermined Links: Unknown |
Republic of Palau | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Republic of Palau License/Certification Name: Unknown Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Unknown Postgraduate Training or Coursework: Unknown Postgraduate Work Experience: Unknown Examination(s): Unknown Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Undetermined Links: Unknown |
Republic of the Marshall Islands | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Republic of the Marshall Islands License/Certification Name: Unknown Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Unknown Postgraduate Training or Coursework: Unknown Postgraduate Work Experience: Unknown Examination(s): Unknown Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Undetermined Links: Unknown |
Republic of the Marshall Islands | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Republic of the Marshall Islands License/Certification Name: Unknown Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Unknown Postgraduate Training or Coursework: Unknown Postgraduate Work Experience: Unknown Examination(s): Unknown Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Undetermined Links: Unknown |
Rhode Island | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Rhode Island Board of Examiners in Social Workers License/Certification Name: Clinical Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a doctorate in clinical social work from a duly accredited college or university or master's degree from a school of social work accredited by the council on social work education Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://health.ri.gov/licenses/detail.php?id=245#section1 |
Rhode Island | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Rhode Island Board of Examiners in Social Workers License/Certification Name: Independent Clinical Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a doctorate in clinical social work from a duly accredited college or university or master's degree from a school of social work accredited by the council on social work education Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: Applicants must have at least 24 months of experience under appropriate supervision. This includes 3,000 hours of post-degree practice of clinical social of which 1,500 hours must consist of providing clinical social-work services directly to clients. Examination(s): Applicants must be licensed as a clinical social worker. Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://health.ri.gov/licenses/detail.php?id=245#section1 |
South Carolina | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: South Carolina Board of Social Work Examiners License/Certification Name: Independent Social Worker License: Advanced Generalist Practice Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a Masters or Doctorate degree from a social work program that has been accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) Applicants must show proof of at least 90 academic contact hours in advanced social work practice with communities and organizations Applicants must show 15 academic contact hours or 20 continuing education contact hours in professional ethics during the course of the professional supervision period or have completed a Board-sponsored specialty course in professional ethics Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: Applicants must have at least 3,000 hours of social work practice under advanced supervision. This supervised experience must have occurred after licensure as a Masters Social Worker and over a minimum two-year period. This supervised experience must include 100 hours of face-to-face meetings between the approved advanced supervisor and the supervisee Examination(s): Applicants must be licensed at the Masters Social Worker level. Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes |
South Carolina | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: South Carolina Board of Social Work Examiners License/Certification Name: Independent Social Worker License: Clinical Practice Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a Master’s or Doctorate degree from a social work program that has been accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) Applicants must show proof of 45 contact hours each of psychopathology and psycho-diagnostics Applicants must show 15 academic contact hours or 20 continuing education contact hours in professional ethics during the course of the professional supervision period or have completed a Board-sponsored specialty course in professional ethics Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None, but applicants must provide documentation that they completed specified clinical clock hours Postgraduate Work Experience: Applicants must have at least 3,000 hours of social work practice under clinical supervision. This supervised experience must have occurred after licensure as a Masters Social Worker and over a minimum two-year period. This supervised experience must include 100 hours of face-to-face meetings between the approved clinical supervisor and the supervisee Examination(s): Applicants must be licensed at the Masters Social Worker level. Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes |
South Carolina | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: South Carolina Board of Social Work Examiners License/Certification Name: Masters Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a masters or doctorate degree from a social work program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes |
South Dakota | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: South Dakota Board of Social Work Examiners License/Certification Name: Certified Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Doctorate or master's degree from a school of social work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://dss.sd.gov/licensingboards/socialwork/licensing.aspx |
South Dakota | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: South Dakota Board of Social Work Examiners License/Certification Name: Certified Social Worker License in Private, Independent Practice Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Doctorate or master's degree from a school of social work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: Applicants must have at least 2 years of experience under appropriate supervision in the field of specialization in which the applicant will practice Examination(s): Must be licensed as a certified social worker. Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://dss.sd.gov/licensingboards/socialwork/licensing.aspx |
Tennessee | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Tennessee Board of Social Workers License/Certification Name: Advanced Practice Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a master's or doctorate degree in social work from an institution that was accredited by the Council on Social Work Education at the time the degree was granted Postgraduate Training or Coursework: Applicants must complete a suicide prevention training Postgraduate Work Experience: Applicants must have practiced for no less than two (2) years after the date of application as a licensed master’s social worker. This experience includes at least 3000 hours of nonclinical advanced practice experience with an additional 100 hours of supervision Examination(s): Must be licensed as a master social worker. Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes |
Tennessee | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Tennessee Board of Social Workers License/Certification Name: Clinical Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a master's or doctorate degree in social work from an institution that was accredited by the Council on Social Work Education at the time the degree was granted Postgraduate Training or Coursework: Applicants must complete a suicide prevention training Postgraduate Work Experience: Applicants must have practiced for not less than 2 years after the date of application as a licensed master’s social worker. This experience includes at least 3,000 hours of clinical experience and an additional 100 hours of supervision Examination(s): Must be licensed as a master social worker. Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes |
Tennessee | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Tennessee Board of Social Workers License/Certification Name: Master Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a master's or doctorate degree in social work from an institution that was accredited by the Council on Social Work Education at the time the degree was granted Postgraduate Training or Coursework: Applicants must complete a suicide prevention training Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes |
Texas | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Texas State Board of Social Worker Examiners License/Certification Name: Clinical Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a master's degree in social work from a CSWE-accredited social work program, or a doctoral degree in social work from an accredited institution of higher learning acceptable to the Council, and has documentation in the form of a university transcript of successfully completing a field placement in social work Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: Applicants must have 3,000 hours of supervised professional clinical experience with 100 hours of direct supervision Examination(s): Applicants must be licensed as a master social worker. Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://bhec.texas.gov/online-license-renewal-system/ |
Texas | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Texas State Board of Social Worker Examiners License/Certification Name: Master Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a master's degree in social work from a CSWE-accredited social work program, or a doctoral degree in social work from an accredited university acceptable to the Council, and has documentation in the form of a university transcript of successfully completing a field placement in social work. Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination and state jurisprudence exam Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://bhec.texas.gov/online-license-renewal-system/ |
Utah | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Utah State Social Worker Licensing Board License/Certification Name: Certified Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Master’s or Doctorate degree in Social Work Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://dopl.utah.gov/soc/ |
Utah | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Utah State Social Worker Licensing Board License/Certification Name: Clinical Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Master’s or Doctorate degree in Social Work accredited by CSWE Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: Applicants must have at least 4,000 hours of supervised experience of which 1,000 hours must be supervised training in mental health therapy. At least 100 of the hours must be obtained under direct supervision Examination(s): Applicants must be licensed as a certified social worker. Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://dopl.utah.gov/soc/ |
Vermont | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Vermont Office of Professional Regulation License/Certification Name: Independent Clinical Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a master's degree or doctoral degree from an accredited social work education program Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: Applicants must have at least 3,000 hours of supervised practice of independent clinical social work of which 2,000 must be direct service hours Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination and state jurisprudence exam Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://sos.vermont.gov/social-workers/forms-instructions/ |
Vermont | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Vermont Office of Professional Regulation License/Certification Name: Master's Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a master's degree or doctoral degree from an accredited social work education program Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination and state jurisprudence exam Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://sos.vermont.gov/social-workers/forms-instructions/ |
Virgin Islands | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Virgin Islands Department of Licensing and Consumer Affairs License/Certification Name: Certified Independent Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: A doctorate or master's degree from a school of social work approved by the Board Postgraduate Training or Coursework: Postgraduate Work Experience: Practiced for two years under appropriate supervision in the field of specialization in which the applicant will practice (e.g. psychotherapy, community organization, or planning) Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination and state jurisprudence exam Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://dlca.vi.gov/boardcertifications/steps/swrequirements/ |
Virgin Islands | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Virgin Islands Department of Licensing and Consumer Affairs License/Certification Name: Certified Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: A doctorate or master's degree from a school of social work approved by the Board Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://dlca.vi.gov/boardcertifications/steps/swrequirements/ |
Virginia | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Virginia Board of Social Work License/Certification Name: Clinical Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: A master's degree in social work with a clinical course of study from a program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education, OR A master's degree in social work with a non-clinical concentration from a program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education with successful completion of the educational requirements for a clinical course of study through a graduate program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education. Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: Applicants must have at least 3,000 hours of supervised post-master's degree experience in the delivery of clinical social work services of which 1,380 hours shall be of supervised face-to-face client contact in the delivery of clinical social work services. Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes |
Virginia | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Virginia Board of Social Work License/Certification Name: Master's Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a master's degree from an accredited school of social work Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes |
Washington | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Washington Department of Health License/Certification Name: Advanced Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a master's or doctorate social work educational program accredited by the council on social work education and approved by the secretary Postgraduate Training or Coursework: Applicants must complete 36 hours of continuing education, six of which is in professional law and ethics. Postgraduate Work Experience: Applicants must have a minimum of 3,200 hours with 90 hours of supervision. Of those hours: 800 hours must be in direct client contact; and 90 hours must be in direct supervision as follows with 40 hours in one-to-one supervision. Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes |
Washington | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Washington Department of Health License/Certification Name: Independent Clinical Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a master's or doctorate level social work educational program accredited by the council on social work education and approved by the secretary Postgraduate Training or Coursework: Applicants must complete 36 hours of continuing education, six of which is in professional law and ethics. Postgraduate Work Experience: Applicants must have at least 4,000 hours of experience, over a period of not less than three years. Of those hours: 1,000 must be direct client contact supervised by a licensed independent clinical social worker; 130 hours of direct supervision as follows: 70 hours must be with an independent clinical social worker and 60 must be in one-to-one supervision. Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes |
West Virginia | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: West Virginia Board of Social Work License/Certification Name: Certified Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a master's degree in social work (MSW) from a Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) accredited social work program Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: Applicants must have at least 3,000 hours of post-masters social work experience Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://www.wvsocialworkboard.org/Licensure/License-Types/Regular-License/Level-C-LCSW |
West Virginia | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: West Virginia Board of Social Work License/Certification Name: Graduate Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a master's degree in social work (MSW) from a Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) accredited social work program Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://www.wvsocialworkboard.org/Licensure/License-Types/Regular-License/Level-B-LGSW |
West Virginia | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: West Virginia Board of Social Work License/Certification Name: Independent Clinical Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a master's degree in social work from a Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) accredited social work program, and/or a Ph.D. or DSW degree in social work from a university that is accredited by the CSWE Requires proof of completion of a supervised clinical field placement and a graduate course in either psychopathology or abnormal psychology Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: Applicants must have at least 3,000 hours of employed practice under supervisions with at least 100 hours of face to face supervision Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://www.wvsocialworkboard.org/Licensure/License-Types/Regular-License/Level-D-LICSW |
Wisconsin | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services License/Certification Name: Advanced Practice Social Worker Certificate Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a master’s or doctoral degree in social work accredited by, or a pre−accreditation program, of the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) at the time the applicant graduated from the program or school Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination and state jurisprudence exam Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://dsps.wi.gov/pages/Professions/SocialWorker/Default.aspx |
Wisconsin | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services License/Certification Name: Clinical Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a master’s or doctoral degree in social work with a concentration in clinical social work, including completion of supervised clinical field training Postgraduate Training or Coursework: In lieu of supervised clinical field training in the education program, applicants may complete 1,500 hours of supervised clinical social work experience in not less than one year within a primary clinical setting, which includes at least 500 hours of face−to−face client contact and is supervised Postgraduate Work Experience: Applicants must have at least 3,000 hours of clinical social work practice, including at least 1,000 hours of face-to-face client contact that includes of which 600 hours are of diagnosis and treatment of individuals. Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination and state jurisprudence exam Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://dsps.wi.gov/pages/Professions/SocialWorker/Default.aspx |
Wisconsin | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services License/Certification Name: Independent Social Worker Certificate Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a master’s or doctoral degree in social work accredited by, or a pre−accreditation program, of the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) at the time the applicant graduated from the program or school Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: Applicants must have at least 2 years of supervised, post-degree social work practice Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination and state jurisprudence exam Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://dsps.wi.gov/pages/Professions/SocialWorker/Default.aspx |
Wyoming | Master of Social Work | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Wyoming Mental Health Professions Licensing Board License/Certification Name: Clinical Social Worker License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a master's or doctorate degree in social work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: Applicants must have at least 3,000 hours of supervised clinical experience of which 1,200 hours shall be direct client contact hours providing clinical social work and a minimum of 100 hours of face-to-face individual clinical supervision. Applicants will obtain a provisional license in order to acquire supervision hours. Examination(s): Relevant Association of Social Work Boards Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes |
Alabama | Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Alabama Board of Examiners in Counseling License/Certification Name: Professional Counselor License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: A master’s degree, from a regionally accredited institution of higher learning, which is primarily professional counseling in content based on national standards, or the substantial equivalent in both subject matter and extent of training. Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: 3,000 hours of supervised experience in professional counseling of which 2,250 hours will be direct counseling service with individuals, couples, families, or groups and 750 hours will be indirect counseling services Examination(s): Board approved exam Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://abec.alabama.gov/forms-and-applications/lpc-alc-applications/ |
Alaska | Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Alaska Board of Professional Counselors License/Certification Name: Professional Counselor License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Possess either a doctoral degree in counseling or a related professional field from a regionally or nationally accredited institution of higher education approved by the board; OR A master's degree in counseling or a related professional field, from a regionally or nationally accredited institution of higher education approved by the board, and at least 60 graduate semester hours in counseling during or after earning the master's degree Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: 3,000 hours of supervised experience in the practice of professional counseling with at least 1,000 hours of direct counseling with individuals, couples, families, or groups and at least 100 hours of face-to-face supervision by a supervisor Examination(s): National Counselor Examination for Licensure and Certification (NCE) or the National Clinical Mental Health Counseling Examination (NCMHCE), administered by the National Board for Certified Counselors, Inc. (NBCC) or other Board approved exam Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes |
American Samoa | Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: American Samoa License/Certification Name: Unknown Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Unknown Postgraduate Training or Coursework: Unknown Postgraduate Work Experience: Unknown Examination(s): Unknown Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Undetermined Links: Unknown |
Arizona | Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners License/Certification Name: Professional Counselor License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: A master's or higher degree with a major emphasis in counseling from a regionally accredited college or university in a program of study that includes at least sixty semester credit hours at one of the following: 1. A program accredited by the council for the accreditation of counseling and related educational programs or the national council on rehabilitation education; 2. A program with a curriculum that has been approved by the board pursuant to section 32-3253; or 3. A program with a curriculum meeting requirements as prescribed by the board by rule. At least 100 hours of clinical supervision that meets Board requirements during the supervised work experience Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: 3,200 hours in at least twenty-four months in post-master's degree work experience in the practice of professional counseling under supervision. An applicant may use a doctoral-clinical internship to satisfy the requirement for one year of work experience under supervision. 1,600 hours must be of direct client contact and at least 100 hours of clinical supervision as prescribed by the board Examination(s): National Counselor Examination for Licensure and Certification offered by the National Board for Certified Counselors OR National Clinical Mental Health Counseling Examination offered by the National Board for Certified Counselors OR Certified Rehabilitation Counselor Examination offered by the Commission on Rehabilitation Counselor Certification Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://azbbhe.us/node/837 |
Arkansas | Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Arkansas Board of Examiners in Counseling and Marriage & Family Therapy License/Certification Name: Professional Counselor License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: A graduate degree that is primarily professional counseling in content from a regionally accredited institution. The graduate semester hours must meet or exceed the national academic and training content standards adopted by the Board or the Council for the Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP) Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: 3000 client contact hours of supervised experience in professional counseling acceptable to the Board Examination(s): Board approved exam Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes |
California | Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: California Board of Behavioral Sciences License/Certification Name: Professional Clinical Counselor License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a master’s or doctoral degree that is counseling or psychotherapy in content and that meets the requirements of the Board Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: 3,000 total supervised hours, over 104 weeks (minimum) Examination(s): Clinical Exam (NCMHCE) and California Law & Ethics Exam Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes |
Colorado | Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Colorado Board of Licensed Professional Counselor Examiners License/Certification Name: Professional Counselor License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: A master's or doctoral degree from a program that was approved by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP) or Board equivalent standards Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: 2,000 hours of experience including 100 hours of supervision over a minimum of 24 months. Examination(s): counselor certification examination administered under contract with the National Board for Certified Counselors, Inc. (NBCC) and the jurisprudence examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://dpo.colorado.gov/ProfessionalCounselor/Applications |
Connecticut | Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Connecticut Department of Public Health License/Certification Name: Professional Counselor License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: A graduate degree in clinical mental health counseling as part of a program of higher learning accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling Related Education Programs or a program of equivalent standard as prescribed by the Board Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: 3,000 hours of postgraduate experience under professional supervision, including a minimum of 100 hours of direct professional supervision, in the practice of professional counseling, performed over a period of not less than two years Examination(s): National Counselor Examination for Licensure and Certification (NCE) or the National Clinical Mental Health Counseling Examination (NCMHCE) administered by the National Board for Certified Counselors Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes |
Delaware | Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Delaware Board of Mental Health and Chemical Dependency Professionals License/Certification Name: Professional Counselor License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a master’s degree from a regionally accredited institution of higher education with a minimum of 60 graduate semester hours in clinical mental health counseling or received a graduate degree equivalent to clinical mental health counseling from a recognized institution as determined by the Board Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: 2 years of experience in supervised professional mental health counseling acceptable to the Board. The professional mental health counseling experience must consist of not less than 3,200 hours obtained over a period of not less than 2 years and not more than 4 years, at least 1,600 hours of which shall be supervised clinical experience acceptable to the Board Examination(s): National Counselor Examination (NCE) or other examination acceptable to the Board Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://dpr.delaware.gov/boards/profcounselors/newlicense/ |
District of Columbia | Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: District of Columbia Board of Professional Counseling License/Certification Name: Professional Counselor License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a master's degree or higher from an institution of higher education which was accredited, at the time the degree was conferred, by an accrediting body recognized by the Secretary of the United States Department of Education, the Council on Postsecondary Accreditation or its successor with a minimum of 60 graduate semester hours in counseling Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: 3,500 hours of professional counseling performed over a period of not less than two (2) years and not more than five (5) years, under the general supervision of a qualified supervisor. Examination(s): National Counselor Examination designated by the National Board for Certified Counselors Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes |
Federated States of Micronesia | Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Federated States of Micronesia License/Certification Name: Unknown Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Unknown Postgraduate Training or Coursework: Unknown Postgraduate Work Experience: Unknown Examination(s): Unknown Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Undetermined Links: Unknown |
Florida | Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Florida Board of Clinical Social Work, Marriage & Family Therapy and Mental Health Counseling License/Certification Name: Mental Health Counselor License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: An earned master’s degree from an institutionally accredited program in mental health counseling or a closely related field that consists of at least 60 semester hours of specified coursework Beginning July 1, 2025, an applicant must have a master’s degree from a program that is accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP), the Masters in Psychology and Counseling Accreditation Council (MPCAC), or an equivalent accrediting body which consists of at least 60 semester hours Postgraduate Training or Coursework: Complete an 8-hour Florida laws and rules course from a board approved provider Complete a 3-hour HIV/AIDS course Postgraduate Work Experience: Two (2) years of post-master’s supervised experience under the supervision of a board approved qualified supervisor. At least 1,500 hours of face-to-face psychotherapy with clients Examination(s): National Clinical Mental Health Counseling Examination (NCMHCE) developed by the National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC) Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://floridasmentalhealthprofessions.gov/licensing/licensed-mental-health-counselor/ |
Georgia | Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Georgia Board of Professional Counselors, Social Workers, and Marriage & Family Therapists License/Certification Name: Professional Counselor License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: A master's degree or higher accredited by the Council on Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP), the Council on Rehabilitation Education (CORE) or a regionally accredited program recognized by the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: Four (4) years of post-master's directed experience under supervision in the practice of Professional Counseling OR three (3) years of post-master's directed experience under supervision in the practice of Professional Counseling and a supervised counseling practicum or internship of at least 600 hours which was part of the graduate degree program. Examination(s): Board approved exam Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://sos.ga.gov/how-to-guide/how-guide-professional-counselor |
Guam | Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Guam Board of Allied Health Examiners License/Certification Name: Professional Counselor License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: A doctorate or master’s degree from an accredited educational institution with a program in psychology, counseling, marriage and family therapy, clinical social work or other psycho-therapeutic discipline. Training by a professional association or educational institution and approved by the Board that consists of at least 6 hours of professional ethics, 3 hours of culturally competent counseling practices with Micronesian communities in Guam and 1 hour of mandated reporting Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: 3,000 hours of post-graduate clinical experience and 100 hours of supervision. At least 1,500 hours must be in the face-to-face treatment of individuals or groups Examination(s): National Counselor Examination for Licensure and Certification (NCE) Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes |
Guam | Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Guam Board of Allied Health Examiners License/Certification Name: Mental Health Counselor License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: A doctorate or master’s degree from an accredited educational institution with a program in psychology, counseling, marriage and family therapy, clinical social work or other psycho-therapeutic discipline. Training by a professional association or educational institution and approved by the Board that consists of at least 6 hours of professional ethics, 3 hours of culturally competent counseling practices with Micronesian communities in Guam and 1 hour of mandated reporting Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: 3,000 hours of post-graduate clinical experience and 100 hours of supervision. At least 1,500 hours must be in the face-to-face treatment of individuals or groups Examination(s): National Counselor Examination for Licensure and Certification (NCE) and National Clinical Mental Health Counselor Exam (NCMHCE) Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes |
Hawaii | Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Hawaii Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs, Professional & Vocational Licensing Division License/Certification Name: Mental Health Counselor License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: A master's degree or doctoral degree from an accredited educational institution in counseling or in an allied field related to the practice of mental health counseling that includes, or is supplemented by, graduate level course work in counseling comprising a minimum of forty-eight semester hours or seventy-two quarter hours in the specified course areas Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: 3,000 hours of post-graduate experience in the practice of mental health counseling, with 100 hours of face-to-face clinical supervision Examination(s): National Counselor Examination for Licensure and Certification (NCE) Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://cca.hawaii.gov/pvl/programs/mental/application_publication/ |
Idaho | Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Idaho Licensing Board of Professional Counselors and Marriage and Family Therapists License/Certification Name: Professional Counselor License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: A master’s degree or higher, which includes an educational specialist degree, that is primarily counseling in nature, from an accredited university or college offering a graduate program in counseling, provided that the program is either: approved by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs or meets specified criteria Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: 1,000 hours of supervised experience in counseling Examination(s): National Counselor Examination prepared by the National Board of Certified Counselors (NBCC) Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://apps.dopl.idaho.gov/DOPLPortal/BoardPage.aspx?Bureau=COU |
Idaho | Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Idaho Licensing Board of Professional Counselors and Marriage and Family Therapists License/Certification Name: Clinical Professional Counselor License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: No explicit education requirements Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: 2,000 hours of direct client contact experience under supervision Examination(s): National Clinical Mental Health Counselor Examination (NCMHCE) prepared by the National Board of Certified Counselors (NBCC) Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://apps.dopl.idaho.gov/DOPLPortal/BoardPage.aspx?Bureau=COU |
Illinois | Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation License/Certification Name: Professional Counselor License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: A master's degree program or doctoral degree program in counseling, psychology or rehabilitation counseling from a college, university or school that is a regionally accredited institution of higher education and recognized by the U.S. Department of Education The program has a one year residence. Residence requires interaction with faculty and other matriculated students Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): National Counselor Examination (NCE) of the National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC) Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes |
Illinois | Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation License/Certification Name: Clinical Professional Counselor License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: A master's degree program or doctoral degree in counseling, rehabilitation counseling or psychology from a college, university or school that is a regionally accredited institution of higher education and recognized by the U.S. Department of Education Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: 2 years (one year is 1680 clock hours) of full-time satisfactory supervised experience working as a counselor in a professional capacity under the direction of a qualified supervisor Examination(s): National Counselor Examination (NCE) of the National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC) and the National Clinical Mental Health Counseling Examination (NCMHCE) or the Examination of Clinical Counselor Practice (ECCP) Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes |
Indiana | Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Indiana Behavioral Health and Human Services Licensing Board License/Certification Name: Mental Health Counselor License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Masters or doctoral program in mental health counseling or related field. The program shall include a minimum 100 clock hour practicum A supervised internship of six hundred (600) clock hours A minimum of three hundred (300) clock hours of supervised experience Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: 3,000 hours of postgraduate clinical experience over a two year period Examination(s): National Clinical Mental Health Counselor Examination as provided by the National Board for Certified Counselors Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes |
Iowa | Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Iowa Board of Behavioral Science License/Certification Name: Mental Health Counselor License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: A master’s degree in mental health counseling accredited by the Council on Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP), or from a program approved by the board Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: At least two years of supervised clinical experience or its equivalent as approved by the board Examination(s): National Clinical Mental Health Counselor Examination as provided by the National Board for Certified Counselors Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://dial.iowa.gov/i-need/licenses/medical/mental-health/mental-behavioral |
Kansas | Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Kansas Behavioral Sciences Regulatory Board License/Certification Name: Professional Counselor License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Masters degree in counseling which includes 60 hours, with credits distributed among the 9 core areas of professional development, and includes a supervised practicum Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): National Counselor Examination (NCE) Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://ksbsrb.ks.gov/professions/professional-counselors |
Kansas | Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Kansas Behavioral Sciences Regulatory Board License/Certification Name: Clinical Professional Counselor License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Masters degree in counseling which includes 60 hours, with credits distributed among the 9 core areas of professional development, and includes a supervised practicum Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: 3000 hours of supervised clinical experience under an approved clinical training plan Examination(s): National Clinical Mental Health Counselor Examination (NCMHCE) Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://ksbsrb.ks.gov/professions/professional-counselors |
Kentucky | Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Kentucky Board of Licensed Professional Counselors License/Certification Name: Professional Clinical Counselor License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: A master's, specialist, or doctoral degree in counseling accredited by the Council on Accreditation of Counseling and Related Programs (CACREP) or a related field from a regionally accredited institution Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: 4,000 hours of experience in the practice of counseling, all of which must have been obtained since obtaining the master's degree and must be under approved supervision and shall include but not be limited to a minimum of one thousand six hundred (1,600) hours of direct counseling with individuals, couples, families, or groups and a minimum of one hundred (100) hours of individual, face-to-face clinical supervision Examination(s): National Counselor Examination for Licensure and Certification (NCE) or the National Clinical Mental Health Counseling Examination (NCMHCE) Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://lpc.ky.gov/newstatic_Info.aspx?static_ID=458&menuid=136 |
Louisiana | Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Louisiana Licensed Professional Counselors Board of Examiners License/Certification Name: Professional Counselor License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a graduate degree in professional mental health counseling from a regionally-accredited institution of higher education offering a master's and/or doctoral program in counseling that is approved by the board Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: A minimum of 3,000 hours of post-masters supervised experience in professional mental health counseling under the clinical supervision of a Board-Approved Supervisor including a minimum of 1,900 direct client contact hours, a minimum of 1,000 indirect client contact hours, and a minimum of 100 face-to-face supervision hours. Post-masters supervised experience should occur over a period of no less than two years and not more than six years from the original date such supervision was approved. Examination(s): The National Counselor Examination (NCE) or the National Clinical Mental Health Counseling Examination (NCMHCE). Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes |
Maine | Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Maine Board of Counseling Professionals Licensure License/Certification Name: Professional Counselor License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: A master's degree or a doctoral degree in counseling or an allied mental health field from an accredited institution or a program approved by the board. Such schooling must include a minimum core curriculum and total credit hours as adopted by the board Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: Two years of experience after obtainment of a master's degree or a doctoral degree with a minimum of 2,000 hours of supervised experience Examination(s): National Counselor Examination administered by the NBCC Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes |
Maine | Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Maine Board of Counseling Professionals Licensure License/Certification Name: Clinical Professional Counselor License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: A master's degree or a doctoral degree in counseling or an allied mental health field from an accredited institution or a program approved by the board. Such schooling must include a minimum core curriculum and total credit hours as adopted by the board Completion of a minimum of 12 hours of course work in family or intimate partner violence, including course work in spousal or partner abuse that addresses screening, referral and intervention strategies, including knowledge of community resources, cultural factors, evidence-based risk assessment and same-gender abuse dynamics. An applicant may fulfill this requirement through course work taken in fulfillment of other educational requirements for licensure or through separate course work provided through contact hours, Internet hours or distance learning programs, as evidenced by certification from an accredited educational institution Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: Two years of experience after obtainment of a master's degree or a doctoral degree to include at least 3,000 hours of supervised clinical experience with a minimum of 100 hours of personal supervision Examination(s): National Clinical Mental Health Counseling Examination administered by the NBCC Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes |
Maryland | Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Maryland Board of Professional Counselors and Therapists License/Certification Name: Professional Counselor License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: A master’s degree with a minimum of 60 graduate semester credit hours or 90 graduate quarter credit hours OR A doctoral degree with a minimum of 90 graduate semester credit hours or 135 graduate quarter credit hours. --from an accredited educational institution approved by the Board A minimum of 3 graduate semester credit hours or 5 graduate quarter hours of instruction in each of the following areas: A. HUMAN GROWTH AND PERSONALITY DEVELOPMENT Instruction in this area shall include all of the following content: 1. The various stages of human development over the life span. 2. Theories of personality and human development. 3. The influence of human development and experiences on the development of Psychopathology B. SOCIAL AND CULTURAL FOUNDATIONS OF COUNSELING Instruction in this area shall include all of the following content: 1. Aging, ethnicity, gender, psycho-sexual orientation. 2. Impact of social and cultural norms on human development. 3. Culture, subculture and socioeconomic influences on the counseling relationship. C. COUNSELING THEORY Instruction in this area shall include all of the following content: 1. Overview of major counseling/psychology theories. 2. The techniques and practices associated with the above theories. D. COUNSELING TECHNIQUES Instruction in this area shall include all of the following content: 1. The parameters and limitations of the treatment relationship. 2. The establishment of the client-counselor treatment contract. 3. Listening and interviewing skills. 4. The stages of clinical treatment. 5. Referral and termination. F. LFESTYLE AND CAREER DEVELOPMENT Instruction in this area shall include all of the following content: 1. Life-Long processes that influence work values. 2. Occupational choice. 3. Creation of career patterns. 4. Career decision-making style. 5. Integration of occupational roles. 6. Career identity. 7. Patterns of work adjustment. G. APPRAISAL Instruction in this area shall include all of the following content: 1. Formalized testing and measurements. 2. Informal assessment such as observations, interviews, and rating scales. 3. Mental status examination. 4. Theory of test construction, validity, and reliability. 5. Testing procedures and interpretation. H. RESEARCH AND EVALUATION Instruction in this area shall include all of the following content: 1. Principles of performing quantitative and qualitative research. 2. Research design and methods. 3. Statistical tools and methods. 4. Reading and interpreting research. I. PROFESSIONAL, LEGAL, AND ETHICAL RESPONSIBILITIES Instruction in this area shall include all of the following content: 1. Professional orientation and responsibility. 2. Legal Issues. 3. Ethics of Practice. 4. Practice Specialization. 5. Codes of Ethics of National, Professional, Counseling Organizations. J. MARRIAGE AND FAMILY THERAPY Instruction in this area shall include all of the following content: 1. Overview of system theories. 2. Principles of working with couples and families. 3. Stages of family life cycle development. 4. Intervention strategies. K. ALCOHOL AND DRUG COUNSELING Instruction in this area shall include all of the following content: 1. Assessment of addictive disorders. 2. Pharmacology of psychoactive drugs. 3. Overview of theories of addictive disorders. 4. Overview of basic models of treatment. L. SUPERVISED FIELD EXPERIENCED* Instruction in this area shall include all of the following content: 1. A supervised clinical internship, externship, field experience, or practicum placement. 2. Direct client contact in counseling experience with a minimum of 125 hours of face-to-face client counseling. M. DIAGNOSIS AND PSYCHOPATHOLOGY Instruction in this area shall include all of the following content: 1. Diagnosis based on current DSM AND ICD criteria. 2. Major categories of mental disorders. 3. An understanding of the impact of abnormal behavior not only to individuals, but to society as a whole. 4. An examination of various theories relative to the etiology of abnormal behavior. N. PSYCHOTHERAPY AND TREATMENT OF MENTAL AND EMOTIONAL DISORDERS Instruction in this area shall include all of the following content: 1. An Overview and application of one or more treatment models to various disorders. Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: For Master's level applicants, 3 years with a minimum of 3,000 hours of supervised clinical experience in professional counseling under an approved supervisor. Of the 3 years, 2 years shall be post-graduate clinical supervision hours. One year may be acquired before the awarding of the master's degree. For Doctoral level applicants, 2 years with a minimum of 2,000 hours of supervised clinical experience in professional counseling. Of the 2 years 1,000 shall be acquired after the doctoral degree has been awarded. Examination(s): National Counselors Examination of the National Board for Certified Counselors and the State Law Test Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://health.maryland.gov/bopc/Pages/profcounselor.aspx |
Massachusetts | Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Massachusetts Board of Registration of Allied Mental Health and Human Services Professions License/Certification Name: Mental Health Counselor License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: A Master's degree in Mental Health Counseling or a Related Field with a minimum of 60 semester credit hours or 80 quarter credit hours from an integrated, planned and comprehensive program from a Recognized Educational Institution; OR A Doctoral degree in Mental Health Counseling or a Related Field from an integrated, planned and comprehensive program from a Recognized Educational Institution Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: A minimum of two years (3,360 total hours) of full-time or equivalent part-time, post-Master's degree Supervised Clinical Field Experience and Direct Client Contact Experience Examination(s): National Clinical Mental Health Examination administered by the National Board for Certified Counselors, Inc Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://www.mass.gov/lists/allied-mental-health-applications-and-forms |
Michigan | Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Michigan Board of Counseling License/Certification Name: Professional Counselor License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: A master's or doctoral degree in counseling from a Board approved program Completion of 2 hours of implicit bias training and completion of training in identifying victims of human trafficking Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: At least 2 years of counseling experience under the supervision of a licensed professional counselor Examination(s): National Counselor Examination developed by the National Board for Certified Counselors Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://www.michigan.gov/lara/bureau-list/bpl/health/hp-lic-health-prof/counseling |
Minnesota | Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Minnesota Board of Behavioral Health and Therapy License/Certification Name: Professional Counselor License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: A master's or doctoral degree program in counseling or a related field that includes a minimum of 48 semester hours and a supervised field experience of not fewer than 700 hours that is counseling in nature Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: 2,000 hours of supervised post-degree professional practice Examination(s): National Counseling Exam (NCE) administered by the National Board for Certified Counselors Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://mn.gov/boards/behavioral-health/applicants/apply/apply-for-lpc.jsp |
Mississippi | Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Mississippi State Board of Examiners for Licensed Professional Counselors License/Certification Name: Professional Counselor License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: A CACREP-accredited master's degree program in counseling or a Board-determined equivalent Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: 3,000 supervised hours in not less than eighteen (18) months of counseling in a clinical setting post master’s degree Examination(s): National Clinical Mental Health Exam (NCMHCE) Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes |
Missouri | Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Missouri Committee for Professional Counselors License/Certification Name: Professional Counselor License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: A master’s degree must be in counseling or related mental health discipline Applicants must complete 2 hours of suicide assessment, referral, treatment, and management training Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: At least two years of acceptable supervised counseling experience subsequent to the receipt of the master's degree Examination(s): National Counselor Examination (NCE) as administered by the National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC) and Jurisprudence examination. Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes |
Montana | Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Montana Board of Behavioral Health License/Certification Name: Professional Clinical Counselor License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: A degree that is primarily counseling in nature from a Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP)-accredited program that is at least 60 semester credits or equivalent Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: Completed 3,000 hours of counseling practice supervised by a licensed professional counselor or licensed member of an allied mental health profession, at least half of which was post degree Examination(s): An examination prepared and administered by the national board of certified counselors OR the national academy of certified clinical mental health counselors Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes |
Nebraska | Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Nebraska Office of Behavioral Health & Consumer Services License/Certification Name: Mental Health Practitioner License, Professional Counselor Certification Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: A master's degree or doctoral degree accredited by Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs, or Board equivalent program, that consists of course work and training which was primarily therapeutic mental health in content and included a practicum or internship and was from an approved educational program Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: 3,000 hours of supervised experience Examination(s): National Board of Certified Counselor's National Counselor Examination (NBCC/NCE) OR National Board of Certified Counselor’s National Clinical Mental Health Counselor Examination (NBCC/NCMHCE); OR Commission on Rehabilitation Counselor Examination (CRC) Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://dhhs.ne.gov/licensure/Pages/Mental-Health-and-Social-Work-Practice.aspx |
Nevada | Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Nevada Board of Examiners for Marriage Family Therapists and Clinical Professional Counselors License/Certification Name: Clinical Professional Counselor License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Completed residency training in psychiatry from an accredited institution approved by the Board OR A graduate degree from a program approved by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs as a program in mental health counseling or community counseling; OR An acceptable degree as determined by the Board which includes the completion of a practicum and internship in mental health counseling which was taken concurrently with the degree program and was supervised by a licensed mental health professional Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: 3,000 hours of supervised experience in professional counseling which includes at least 1,500 hours of direct contact with clients and at least 100 hours of counseling under the direct supervision of an approved supervisor of which at least 1 hour per week was completed for each work setting at which the applicant provided counseling Examination(s): National Clinical Mental Health Counseling Examination administered by the National Board for Certified Counselors Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://marriage.nv.gov/ |
New Hampshire | Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: New Hampshire Board of Mental Health Practice License/Certification Name: Clinical Mental Health Counselor License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: A 60 credit master's or doctoral degree in clinical mental health counseling from a Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP) accredited institution or its equivalent Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: Completed a minimum of 2 years of post-masters experience including completion of a minimum of 3,000 hours of post-masters, supervised clinical experience Examination(s): Clinical mental health counselor's proctored examination of the National Board for Certified Counselors Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes |
New Jersey | Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: New Jersey Professional Counselor Examiners Committee License/Certification Name: Professional Counselor License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Completed a minimum of 60 graduate semester hours in a planned educational program, which includes a master's degree or doctorate in counseling from a regionally accredited institution of higher education, of which 45 graduate semester hours are distributed in specified coursework Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: At least three years of supervised full-time counseling experience in a professional counseling setting acceptable to the committee, one year of which may be obtained prior to the granting of the master's degree Examination(s): National Counselor Examination of the National Board for Certified Counselors Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes |
New Mexico | Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: New Mexico Counseling and Therapy Practice Board License/Certification Name: Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: A masters or doctoral degree in a counseling or counseling related field with no less than 48 graduate hours or 72 quarter hours in the core curriculum and nine practicum hour Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): Board approved exam Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes |
New Mexico | Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: New Mexico Counseling and Therapy Practice Board License/Certification Name: Professional Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LPCC) License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: A master's or doctoral degree in counseling or a counseling-related field from an accredited institution or a degree in a related-field approved by the Board Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: A minimum of two years' postgraduate professional clinical counseling experience with 3,000 hours of postgraduate clinical client contact and 100 hours of appropriate face to face postgraduate supervision Examination(s): National counselor examination (NCE) and the national clinical mental health counseling examination (NCMHCE) Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes |
New York | Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: New York Office of the Professions (Licensed by New York State Education Department (NYSED)) License/Certification Name: Mental Health Counselor License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: A master's or doctoral degree in counseling from a program that is registered by the Department as licensure qualifying, OR accredited as a clinical mental health counseling program of 60 semester hours by the Commission on the Accreditation of Counseling Related Education Programs (CACREP) or another acceptable accrediting agency OR determined by the Department to be the substantial equivalent Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: Supervised experience of at least 3,000 clock hours providing Mental Health Counseling in a setting acceptable to the Department Examination(s): National Clinical Mental Health Counselor Examination (NCMHCE) administered by the National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC) Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes |
North Carolina | Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: North Carolina Board of Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselors License/Certification Name: Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Has earned a minimum of 60 semester hours or 90 quarter hours of graduate training as defined by the Board, including a master's degree in counseling or related field from an institution of higher education that is accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs. Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: Completed a minimum of 3,000 hours of supervised clinical mental health practice as determined by the Board Examination(s): The National Counselor Examination (NCE); the National Clinical Mental Health Counselor Examination (NCMHCE); or the Certified Rehabilitation Counselor Examination (CRC) AND jurisprudence exam Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://www.ncblcmhc.org/ |
North Dakota | Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: North Dakota Board of Counselor Examiners (NDBCE) License/Certification Name: Professional Counselor License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: A Masters Degree in counseling from an accredited college. Applicants must submit proof of a minimum of sixty semester credits related to counseling. Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: Has two years of supervised experience, at least fifty percent of which must have been under a licensed professional counselor, or its equivalent as determined by the board Examination(s): The National Counselor Examination (NCE) Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes |
North Dakota | Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: North Dakota Board of Counselor Examiners (NDBCE) License/Certification Name: Professional Clinical Counselor License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: A Masters Degree in counseling from an accredited college. Applicants must submit proof of a minimum of sixty semester credits related to counseling. Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: Have two years of post-master's clinical experience, including 700 hours of supervised practice and internships in settings relevant to the practice of counseling (may be within the required sixty graduate semester hours) and 3,000 of post-master's clinical experience in a clinical setting. Examination(s): Clinical mental health counseling examination as offered by the National Board for Certified Counseling Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes |
Northern Mariana Islands | Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Northern Mariana Islands License/Certification Name: Unknown Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Unknown Postgraduate Training or Coursework: Unknown Postgraduate Work Experience: Unknown Examination(s): Unknown Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Undetermined Links: Unknown |
Ohio | Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Ohio Counselor, Social Worker and Marriage and Family Therapist Board License/Certification Name: Professional Counselor License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Master’s degree from a clinical mental health counseling program, clinical rehabilitation counseling program, or addiction counseling program accredited by the council for accreditation of counseling and related educational programs “CACREP.” Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): The National Counselor Examination (NCE) Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://cswmft.ohio.gov/get-licensed/counselors/lpc-application-instructions |
Ohio | Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Ohio Counselor, Social Worker and Marriage and Family Therapist Board License/Certification Name: Professional Clinical Counselor License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Master’s degree from a clinical mental health counseling program, clinical rehabilitation counseling program, or addiction counseling program accredited by the council for accreditation of counseling and related educational programs “CACREP.” Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: Complete a minimum of 24 months and 3000 hours of post-LPC supervised experience Examination(s): National Clinical Mental Health Counseling Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://cswmft.ohio.gov/get-licensed/counselors/lpc-application-instructions |
Oklahoma | Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Oklahoma Board of Behavioral Health License/Certification Name: Professional Counselor License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a master’s degree in counseling or a mental health degree that is substantially content-equivalent from an accredited university Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: Three (3) years or three-thousand (3000) clock hours of full time, on-the-job experience, which is supervised by an approved LPC supervisor, shall be completed. Examination(s): The National Counselor Examination or equivalent and the Oklahoma Legal and Ethical Responsibilities Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes |
Oregon | Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Oregon Board of Licensed Professional Counselors and Therapists License/Certification Name: Professional Counselor License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: A graduate counseling program approved by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP) as of the date the degree was conferred or equivalent as determined by the Board Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: At least three years, defined as 36 months, of supervised clinical counseling experience Examination(s): The National Counselor Examination; National Clinical Mental Health Counselor Examination; or Certified Rehabilitation Counselor Examination AND an Oregon law and rules examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes |
Pennsylvania | Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Pennsylvania State Board of Social Workers, Marriage and Family Therapists and Professional Counselors License/Certification Name: Professional Counselor License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: A Master's degree or Doctoral degree in counseling or a field determined by the board by regulation to be closely related to the practice of professional counseling from an accredited educational institution 3 hours of training in child abuse recognition and reporting Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: Applicants with a master's degree need 3,000 hours of Supervised Clinical Experience completed in no less than 2 years and no more than 6 years. Applicants with a doctoral degree need 2,400 hours of Supervised Clinical Experience, of which 1,200 hours was obtained subsequent to the granting of the doctoral degree. Examination(s): Board approved exam Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes |
Puerto Rico | Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Puerto Rico License/Certification Name: Unknown Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Unknown Postgraduate Training or Coursework: Unknown Postgraduate Work Experience: Unknown Examination(s): Unknown Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Undetermined Links: Unknown |
Republic of Palau | Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Republic of Palau License/Certification Name: Unknown Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Unknown Postgraduate Training or Coursework: Unknown Postgraduate Work Experience: Unknown Examination(s): Unknown Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Undetermined Links: Unknown |
Republic of the Marshall Islands | Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Republic of the Marshall Islands License/Certification Name: Unknown Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Unknown Postgraduate Training or Coursework: Unknown Postgraduate Work Experience: Unknown Examination(s): Unknown Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Undetermined Links: Unknown |
Rhode Island | Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Rhode Island Board of Mental Health Counselors and Marriage/Family Therapists License/Certification Name: Clinical Mental Health Counselor License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: A master’s or higher from a program accredited by CACREP or equivalent OR A master’s degree or certificate in advanced graduate studies or a doctoral degree in mental health counseling from a recognized educational institution, or a graduate degree in an allied field from a recognized educational institution and a graduate level course work that is equivalent to a master’s degree in mental health counseling AND specified coursework Completed requisite CACREP expectations for internship and practicum OR (12) semester credit hours of supervised practicum and a minimum of one (1) calendar year of supervised internship consisting of twenty (20) hours per week deemed equivalent by the Board Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: Complete a minimum of 2 years of relevant postgraduate experience, including at least 2,000 hours of direct client contact offering clinical or counseling or therapy services with emphasis in mental health counseling subsequent to being awarded a master's degree, certificate of advanced graduate study, or doctorate and a minimum of 100 hours of post-degree supervised case work spread over a two-year (2) period Examination(s): National Clinical Mental Health Counselor Exam (NCMHCE Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: YES Links: https://health.ri.gov/licenses/detail.php?id=228#section1 |
South Carolina | Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: South Carolina Examiners for Licensure of Professional Counselors, Marriage and Family Therapists, Addiction Counselors and Psycho-Educational Specialists License/Certification Name: Professional Counselor License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: A master's degree or higher in Clinical Mental Health counseling accredited by CACREP at the time of graduation or completion of equivalent coursework acceptable to the Board Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: Completion of a minimum of one thousand five hundred (1500) hours of post-master's clinical experience and post master's clinical supervision in the practice of professional counseling performed over a period of not fewer than two (2) years Examination(s): Board approved exam Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes |
South Dakota | Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: South Dakota Board of Examiners for Counselors & Marriage and Family Therapists License/Certification Name: Professional Counselor License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a master's or a doctoral degree, consisting of at least forty-eight credit hours in counseling, with an emphasis on mental health counseling, from a counseling program approved by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs or an equivalent program Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: 2,000 hours of board approved supervision, obtained subsequent to the granting of the applicant's degree in counseling Examination(s): National Counselor Examination for Licensure and Certification Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://dss.sd.gov/licensingboards/counselors/lpc.aspx |
South Dakota | Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: South Dakota Board of Examiners for Counselors & Marriage and Family Therapists License/Certification Name: Professional Counselor - Mental Health License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a master's or a doctoral degree, consisting of at least forty-eight credit hours in counseling, with an emphasis on mental health counseling, from a counseling program approved by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs or an equivalent program Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: 2,000 hours of board approved supervision, obtained subsequent to the granting of the applicant's degree in counseling Examination(s): National Clinical Mental Health Counseling Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://dss.sd.gov/licensingboards/counselors/lpc-mh.aspx |
Tennessee | Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Tennessee Board for Licensed Professional Counselors, Licensed Marital and Family Therapists and Licensed Clinical Pastoral Therapists License/Certification Name: Professional Counselor License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Sixty (60) graduate semester hours, based upon a program of studies with a major in counseling, completed from an accredited institution Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: A minimum of two (2) years of supervised post master professional experience Examination(s): Board approved exam and Tennessee Jurisprudence Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes |
Tennessee | Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Tennessee Board for Licensed Professional Counselors, Licensed Marital and Family Therapists and Licensed Clinical Pastoral Therapists License/Certification Name: Professional Counselor License with Mental Health Services Provider designation Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Sixty (60) graduate semester hours, based upon a program of studies with a major in counseling including coursework specified by the Board, completed from an accredited institution Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: 3000 hours of supervised post-masters professional experience, including one hundred and fifty (150) contact hours of supervision with 1500 hours face-to-face client contact hours and 1500 hours in clinically-related activities Examination(s): National Counselors Examination, the National Clinical Mental Health Counseling Examination, and the Tennessee Jurisprudence Exam Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes |
Texas | Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Texas State Board of Examiners of Professional Counselors License/Certification Name: Professional Counselor License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: A graduate degree in counseling from an accredited school or counseling-related field with Board approved coursework Applicants must complete a suicide prevention training Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: 3,000 clock-hours under a Council-approved supervisor Examination(s): National Counselor Exam (NCE) or National Clinical Mental Health Counselor Exam (NCMHCE and Jurisprudence Examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://bhec.texas.gov/online-license-renewal-system/ |
Utah | Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Utah Clinical Mental Health Counselor Licensing Board License/Certification Name: Clinical Mental Health Counselor License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: A master’s or doctorate degree in Mental Health Counseling program that is accredited by CACREP or Board recognized equivalent two hours of training in suicide prevention Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: 3,000 hours of clinical mental health counselor training Examination(s): The National Clinical Mental Health Counseling Examination (NCMHCE); and the National Counselor Examination (NCE) Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://dopl.utah.gov/cmhc/ |
Vermont | Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Vermont Office of Professional Regulation License/Certification Name: Clinical Mental Health Counselor License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: A master's degree or higher degree in counseling or a related field, from an accredited educational institution, after having successfully completed a course of study requiring a minimum number of graduate credit hours established by the Board by rule and a supervised practicum, internship, or field experience, as defined by the Board by rule, in a mental health counseling setting Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: A minimum of 3,000 hours of supervised work in clinical mental health counseling during a minimum of two years of post-master's experience, including at least 100 hours of face-to-face supervision during a minimum of two years of post-master's experience. Examination(s): Board approved examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://sos.vermont.gov/allied-mental-health/apply-renew/ |
Virgin Islands | Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Virgin Islands Department of Licensing and Consumer Affairs License/Certification Name: Unknown Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Unknown Postgraduate Training or Coursework: Unknown Postgraduate Work Experience: Unknown Examination(s): Unknown Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Undetermined Links: Unknown |
Virginia | Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Virginia Board of Counseling License/Certification Name: Professional Counselor License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a graduate degree from a program that prepares individuals to practice counseling approved by CACREP or CORE or a Board determined equivalent Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: 3,400-hour supervised residency in the role of a professional counselor working with various populations, clinical problems, and theoretical approaches Examination(s): Board approved examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://www.dhp.virginia.gov/counseling/counseling_handbooks.htm |
Washington | Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Washington Department of Health License/Certification Name: Mental Health Counselor License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: A master's or doctoral degree in mental health counseling or a behavioral science master's or doctoral degree in a field relating to mental health counseling Postgraduate Training or Coursework: Applicants must complete 36 hours of continuing education, six of which is in professional law and ethics. Postgraduate Work Experience: Applicants must have at least 3,000 hours supervised postgraduate mental health counseling experience in an approved setting. Of those hours, a minimum of 100 spent in immediate supervision and a minimum of 1,200 hours of direct counseling with individuals, couples, families, or groups Examination(s): Relevant National Board of Certified Counselors (NBCC) exam Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes |
West Virginia | Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: West Virginia Board of Examiners in Counseling License/Certification Name: Professional Counselor License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: A master's or doctoral degree from an institution with a program accredited by the Council on Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP) or Board approved equivalent Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: 3,000 hours of supervised counseling experience. The applicant may receive up to 600 hours credit towards the 3000 hour minimum requirement under this subsection for the work completed in his or her internship from his or her master’s program Examination(s): the National Counselor Examination (NCE) or the National Clinical Mental Health Counseling Examination (NCMHCE) or other certification examination in counseling approved by the board Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes |
Wisconsin | Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services License/Certification Name: Professional Counselor License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: A Graduate Degree in professional counseling or an equivalent degree approved by the Department Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: Completion of post-graduate supervised practice obtained under a Professional Counselor Training license. Master's level - 3,000 hours of post-degree supervised professional counseling practice including at least 1,000 hours of face-to-face client contact. Doctoral level - 1,000 hours of post-degree supervised professional counseling practice. Examination(s): Wisconsin Statutes and Rules Examination and either the NCE, NCMHCE, or CRCE Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://dsps.wi.gov/Pages/Professions/LPC/Default.aspx |
Wyoming | Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Wyoming Mental Health Professions Licensing Board License/Certification Name: Professional Counselor License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a master’s or doctorate degree in counseling from a Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP) or Council on Rehabilitation Education (CORE) accredited program in counseling or Board determined equivalent Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: 3,000 hours of supervised clinical experience including a minimum of one hundred (100) hours of face-to-face individual clinical supervision from a qualified clinical supervisor. Examination(s): NCE, NCMHCE, or CRCE Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes |
Alabama | Doctor of Philosophy in Clinical Psychology | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Alabama Board of Examiners in Psychology License/Certification Name: Psychologist License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: All applicants (see Rule 750-X-2.08 below for certain exceptions) shall have a doctoral degree from a department of or school of psychology as defined herein. Departments or schools which have programs fully or provisionally accredited by the American Psychological Association at the time the applicant graduated will be recognized as meeting the Board’s definition of a department or school of psychology, and applicants who graduated from these APA accredited programs will be considered to have met the Board’s educational requirements. Postgraduate Training or Coursework: Clinical and counseling psychology internships must be at least 11 months; school psychology internships must be at least 10 months. A candidate may do one internship or a combination of two internships. Any internship that is accredited by the American Psychological Association or its Canadian counterpart, the Canadian Psychological Association, is considered to meet the requirements of the Alabama Board. Other internships may be acceptable if they meet a rigorous set of standards. The internship must be an organized training experience and not merely a supervised work experience. Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): Examination for Professional Practice in Psychology (EPPP) and Professional Standards Examination (PSE) **(will transition to two part EPPP exam - Part 1 Knowledge and Part 2 Skills in January 2026) Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: No Links: Psychologists – Alabama Board of Examiners in Psychology |
Alaska | Doctor of Philosophy in Clinical Psychology | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Alaska Board of Psychologist and Psychological Associate Examiners License/Certification Name: Psychologist License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: holds an earned doctorate degree, from an academic institution whose program of graduate study for a doctorate degree in psychology meets the criteria established by the board by regulation, in (A) clinical psychology; (B) counseling psychology; or (C) education in a field of specialization considered equivalent by the board; Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: one year of post doctoral supervised experience Examination(s): **will transition to two part EPPP exam - Part 1 Knowledge and Part 2 Skills in January 2026 Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://www.commerce.alaska.gov/web/cbpl/ProfessionalLicensing/BoardofPsychologists.aspx |
American Samoa | Doctor of Philosophy in Clinical Psychology | State Info | Credentialing Entity: unable to determine License/Certification Name: unable to determine Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: unable to determine Postgraduate Training or Coursework: unable to determine Postgraduate Work Experience: unable to determine Examination(s): unable to determine Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Undetermined Links: unable to determine |
Arizona | Doctor of Philosophy in Clinical Psychology | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Arizona Board of Psychologist Examiners License/Certification Name: Psychologist License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: doctoral degree in clinical, counseling, educational or school psychology. The only other doctorate that has been approved by the Board is forensic psychology, which included all necessary supervised clinical training. Postgraduate Training or Coursework: 3000 hours of supervised professional work experiences (1500 can be part of an internship) Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): Examination for Professional Practice in Psychology (EPPP) **(will transition to two part EPPP exam - Part 1 Knowledge and Part 2 Skills in January 2026) Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: Psychologist Applications | Board of Psychologist Examiners (az.gov) |
Arkansas | Doctor of Philosophy in Clinical Psychology | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Arkansas Psychology Board License/Certification Name: Psychologist License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Doctorate degree in field of psychology Postgraduate Training or Coursework: APA approved 2000 hour internship Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): **will transition to two part EPPP exam - Part 1 Knowledge and Part 2 Skills in January 2026 Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: No Links: |
California | Doctor of Philosophy in Clinical Psychology | State Info | Credentialing Entity: California Board of Psychology License/Certification Name: Psychologist License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Doctorate degree in field of psychology Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: 3,000 hours of supervised professional experience, 1,500 of which must be accrued post-doctorally Examination(s): Examination for Professional Practice in Psychology (EPPP) and the California Psychology Laws and Ethics Examination (CPLEE) **will transition to two part EPPP exam - Part 1 Knowledge and Part 2 Skills in January 2026 Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes |
Colorado | Doctor of Philosophy in Clinical Psychology | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Colorado State Board of Psychologist Examiners License/Certification Name: Psychologist License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Doctorate degree in field of psychology Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: 3,000 hours of supervised professional experience, 1,500 of which must be accrued post-doctorally Examination(s): **will transition to two part EPPP exam - Part 1 Knowledge and Part 2 Skills in January 2026 Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes |
Connecticut | Doctor of Philosophy in Clinical Psychology | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Connecticut State Department of Public Health License/Certification Name: Psychologist License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Doctorate degree in field of psychology Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: Successful completion of at least 1 year of supervised work experience at the pre or post-doctoral level. he work experience must be either no less than 35 hours per week for a minimum of 46 weeks within 12 consecutive months or be no less than 1,800 hours within 24 consecutive months. Examination(s): **will transition to two part EPPP exam - Part 1 Knowledge and Part 2 Skills in January 2026 Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: No |
Delaware | Doctor of Philosophy in Clinical Psychology | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Delaware Board of Examiners of Psychologists License/Certification Name: Psychologist License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Doctorate degree in field of psychology Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: 3,000 hours of supervised practice Examination(s): **will transition to two part EPPP exam - Part 1 Knowledge and Part 2 Skills in January 2026 Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: No Links: https://dpr.delaware.gov/boards/psychology/newlicense/ |
District of Columbia | Doctor of Philosophy in Clinical Psychology | State Info | Credentialing Entity: District of Columbia Board of Psychology License/Certification Name: Psychologist License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Doctorate degree in field of psychology Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: 4,000 hours of psychological practice experience (PPE) Examination(s): EPPP (two part exam: Part 1 Knowledge and Part 2 Skills) Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: No |
Federated States of Micronesia | Doctor of Philosophy in Clinical Psychology | State Info | Credentialing Entity: unable to determine License/Certification Name: unable to determine Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: unable to determine Postgraduate Training or Coursework: unable to determine Postgraduate Work Experience: unable to determine Examination(s): unable to determine Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Undetermined Links: unable to determine |
Florida | Doctor of Philosophy in Clinical Psychology | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Florida Board of Psychology License/Certification Name: Psychologist License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Doctorate degree in field of psychology Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: 4,000 hours of supervised experience before applying: 2,000 hours from an internship and 2,000 hours from post-doctoral supervised experience Examination(s): **will transition to two part EPPP exam - Part 1 Knowledge and Part 2 Skills in January 2026 Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: No |
Georgia | Doctor of Philosophy in Clinical Psychology | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Georgia State Board of Examiners in Psychologists License/Certification Name: Psychologist License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Doctorate degree in field of psychology Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: 1,500 hours of postdoctoral supervised work Examination(s): two part EPPP exam - Part 1 Knowledge and Part 2 Skills Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: No Links: https://sos.ga.gov/how-to-guide/how-guide-psychologist |
Guam | Doctor of Philosophy in Clinical Psychology | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Guam Board of Allied Health Examiners License/Certification Name: Clinical Psychologist License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: A doctorate in clinical psychology from an accredited institution of higher learning in the U.S. with relevant internship requirements. Internship means a training program that is supervised by a doctoral level, licensed clinical psychologist, or approved by the American Psychological Association and can be demonstrated to be of high quality Postgraduate Training or Coursework: The applicant must have completed two (2) years of internship, of which at least one (1) year must be after receiving the doctorate. Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): Examination for Professional Practice in Psychology **will transition to two part EPPP exam - Part 1 Knowledge and Part 2 Skills in January 2026 Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: No |
Hawaii | Doctor of Philosophy in Clinical Psychology | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Hawaii Professional & Vocational Licensing Division (PVL) License/Certification Name: Psychologist License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Doctorate degree in field of psychology Postgraduate Training or Coursework: Internship/residency and one year supervised work experience Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): **will transition to two part EPPP exam - Part 1 Knowledge and Part 2 Skills in January 2026 Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: Professional & Vocational Licensing Division | Board of Psychology (hawaii.gov) |
Idaho | Doctor of Philosophy in Clinical Psychology | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Idaho Board of Psychologist Examiners License/Certification Name: Psychologist License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Doctorate degree in field of psychology Postgraduate Training or Coursework: Two years of supervised experience, one year of which may include a pre-doctoral practicum or internship and one postdoctoral Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): **will transition to two part EPPP exam - Part 1 Knowledge and Part 2 Skills in January 2026 Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: No Links: Board of Psychologist Examiners | Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses (idaho.gov) |
Illinois | Doctor of Philosophy in Clinical Psychology | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) License/Certification Name: Psychologist License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Doctorate degree in field of psychology Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: 2 years of satisfactory supervised experience in clinical, school or counseling psychology at least one of which is an internship and one of which is postdoctoral Examination(s): Examination for Professional Practice in Psychology (EPPP) **will transition to two part EPPP exam - Part 1 Knowledge and Part 2 Skills in January 2026 Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes |
Indiana | Doctor of Philosophy in Clinical Psychology | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Indiana Professional Licensing Agency (PLA) License/Certification Name: Psychologist License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Doctorate degree in field of psychology Postgraduate Training or Coursework: two years of supervised experience Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): **will transition to two part EPPP exam - Part 1 Knowledge and Part 2 Skills in January 2026 Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: No Links: https://www.in.gov/pla/professions/psychology-home/psychology-licensing-information/ |
Iowa | Doctor of Philosophy in Clinical Psychology | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Iowa Board of Psychology License/Certification Name: Psychologist License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Doctorate degree in field of psychology Postgraduate Training or Coursework: 1,500 hours post grad supervised practice Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): **will transition to two part EPPP exam - Part 1 Knowledge and Part 2 Skills in January 2026 Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: No Links: https://dial.iowa.gov/i-need/licenses/medical/mental-health/psychology |
Kansas | Doctor of Philosophy in Clinical Psychology | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Kansas Behavioral Sciences Regulatory Board License/Certification Name: Psychologist License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Doctorate degree in field of psychology Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: 2 years of supervised work experience Examination(s): Examination for Professional Practice in Psychology (EPPP) **will transition to two part EPPP exam - Part 1 Knowledge and Part 2 Skills in January 2026 Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: No Links: Forms | KS BSRB |
Kentucky | Doctor of Philosophy in Clinical Psychology | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Kentucky Board of Examiners of Psychology License/Certification Name: Psychologist License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Doctorate degree in field of psychology Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: 2 years supervised work experience, one of those years as an internship Examination(s): **will transition to two part EPPP exam - Part 1 Knowledge and Part 2 Skills in January 2026 Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://psy.ky.gov/ |
Louisiana | Doctor of Philosophy in Clinical Psychology | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Louisiana State Board of Examiners of Psychologists (LSBEP) License/Certification Name: Psychologist License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Doctorate degree in field of psychology Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: Two years supervised experience Examination(s): **will transition to two part EPPP exam - Part 1 Knowledge and Part 2 Skills in January 2026 Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: No Links: https://lsbep.org/ |
Maine | Doctor of Philosophy in Clinical Psychology | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Maine Board of Examiners of Psychologists License/Certification Name: Psychologist License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Doctorate degree in field of psychology Postgraduate Training or Coursework: 3,000 hours of supervised experience - 1500 of this must be post grad Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): **will transition to two part EPPP exam - Part 1 Knowledge and Part 2 Skills in January 2026 Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: No |
Maryland | Doctor of Philosophy in Clinical Psychology | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Maryland Board of Examiners of Psychologists License/Certification Name: Psychologist License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Doctorate degree in field of psychology Postgraduate Training or Coursework: 3,250 hours of supervised professional experience (1,750 hours could be internship) Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): **will transition to two part EPPP exam - Part 1 Knowledge and Part 2 Skills in January 2026 Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: No Links: https://health.maryland.gov/psych/Pages/generalinfopsychLicense.aspx |
Massachusetts | Doctor of Philosophy in Clinical Psychology | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Massachusetts Board of Registration of Psychologists License/Certification Name: Psychologist License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Doctorate degree in field of psychology Postgraduate Training or Coursework: 3200 hours of qualifying supervised experience (1600 of those hours post grad) Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): **will transition to two part EPPP exam - Part 1 Knowledge and Part 2 Skills in January 2026 Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: No Links: https://www.mass.gov/info-details/psychologists-board-frequently-asked-questions |
Michigan | Doctor of Philosophy in Clinical Psychology | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Michigan Board of Psychology License/Certification Name: Psychologist License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Doctorate degree in field of psychology Postgraduate Training or Coursework: Beginning June 1, 2022, completion of 2 hours of implicit bias training Postgraduate Work Experience: 4,000 experience hours total (2,000 hours is internship; 2,000 post-doctoral) Examination(s): **will transition to two part EPPP exam - Part 1 Knowledge and Part 2 Skills in January 2026 Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: No Links: Psychology (michigan.gov) |
Minnesota | Doctor of Philosophy in Clinical Psychology | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Minnesota Board of Psychology License/Certification Name: Psychologist License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Doctorate degree in field of psychology Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: Complete at least one full year or the equivalent in part time of postdoctoral supervised psychological employment (1,800 hours) Examination(s): Examination for Professional Practice in Psychology (EPPP) and state exam (PRE) **will transition to two part EPPP exam - Part 1 Knowledge and Part 2 Skills in January 2026 Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes |
Mississippi | Doctor of Philosophy in Clinical Psychology | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Mississippi Board of Psychology License/Certification Name: Psychologist License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Doctorate degree in field of psychology Postgraduate Training or Coursework: (4,000 hours of supervised experience- 2,000 during the internship; 2,000 post-doctoral) Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): **will transition to two part EPPP exam - Part 1 Knowledge and Part 2 Skills in January 2026 Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: No |
Missouri | Doctor of Philosophy in Clinical Psychology | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Missouri Division of Professional Registration License/Certification Name: Psychologist License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Doctorate degree in field of psychology Postgraduate Training or Coursework: Applicants must complete 2 hours of suicide assessment, referral, treatment, and management training Postgraduate Work Experience: 1,500 hours of supervised professional experience Examination(s): **will transition to two part EPPP exam - Part 1 Knowledge and Part 2 Skills in January 2026 Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: No Links: https://pr.mo.gov/psychologists-application-forms.asp |
Montana | Doctor of Philosophy in Clinical Psychology | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Montana Board of Psychologists License/Certification Name: Psychologist License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Doctorate degree in field of psychology Postgraduate Training or Coursework: two years 3,200 hours of supervised experience (1,600 must be post-doctoral) Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): **will transition to two part EPPP exam - Part 1 Knowledge and Part 2 Skills in January 2026 Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: No |
Nebraska | Doctor of Philosophy in Clinical Psychology | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services License/Certification Name: Psychologist License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Doctorate degree in field of psychology Postgraduate Training or Coursework: two years 3,000 hours of supervised work - 1,500 must be done post-doctoral Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): **will transition to two part EPPP exam - Part 1 Knowledge and Part 2 Skills in January 2026 Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: No |
Nevada | Doctor of Philosophy in Clinical Psychology | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Nevada Board of Psychological Examiners License/Certification Name: Psychologist License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Doctorate degree in field of psychology Postgraduate Training or Coursework: 1,750 hours post-doctoral supervised practice Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): Examination for Professional Practice in Psychology EPPP (two part exam: Part 1 Knowledge and Part 2 Skills) and state examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://psyexam.nv.gov/FAQs/ |
New Hampshire | Doctor of Philosophy in Clinical Psychology | State Info | Credentialing Entity: New Hampshire Board of Psychologists License/Certification Name: Psychologist License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Doctorate degree in field of psychology Postgraduate Training or Coursework: 3,000 hours of supervised clinical experience (1,500 during program, 1,500 post-doctoral) Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): **will transition to two part EPPP exam - Part 1 Knowledge and Part 2 Skills in January 2026 Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: No |
New Jersey | Doctor of Philosophy in Clinical Psychology | State Info | Credentialing Entity: New Jersey State Board of Psychological Examiners License/Certification Name: Psychologist License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Doctorate degree in field of psychology Postgraduate Training or Coursework: 3,500 hours of supervised practice with at least 1,750 hours post-doctoral hours. These must include at least 1,000 client contact hours, at least 200 hours of supervision, including at least 100 hours of individual supervision, and at least 550 hours of work-related administration Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): Examination for Professional Practice in Psychology (EPPP) and state examination **will transition to two part EPPP exam - Part 1 Knowledge and Part 2 Skills in January 2026 Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes |
New Mexico | Doctor of Philosophy in Clinical Psychology | State Info | Credentialing Entity: New Mexico Board of Psychologist Examiners License/Certification Name: Psychologist License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Completion of a doctoral program that is designated as a doctoral program in psychology by a nationally recognized designation system or that is accredited by a nationally recognized accreditation body and hold a degree with a major in clinical, counseling or school psychology from a university offering a full-time course of study in psychology Postgraduate Training or Coursework: Two years (3,000 hours) of supervised experience of which one year (1500 hours) of the supervised experience may be obtained in practicum hours overseen by the doctoral training program and up to one year (1500 hours) of the supervised experience may be obtained in a doctoral internship approved by the American Psychological Association; or up to one-half year (750 hours) of the supervised experience may be obtained in a doctoral internship not approved by the American Psychological Association; and after totaling approved doctoral practicum hours and allowed hours for doctoral internship, the remainder of the (3000 hours) supervised experience must be obtained in supervised postdoctoral psychological work Postgraduate Work Experience: See Postgraduate Training or Coursework Examination(s): Examination for Professional Practice in Psychology (EPPP) and jurisprudence examination **will transition to two part EPPP exam - Part 1 Knowledge and Part 2 Skills in January 2026 Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: No |
New York | Doctor of Philosophy in Clinical Psychology | State Info | Credentialing Entity: New York State Office of the Professions License/Certification Name: Psychologist License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Doctorate degree in field of psychology Postgraduate Training or Coursework: two years of full-time supervised experience (defined as 1750 clock hours per year); 1750 can be completed during program, 1750 completed post-doctoral Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): **will transition to two part EPPP exam - Part 1 Knowledge and Part 2 Skills in January 2026 Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: No Links: https://www.op.nysed.gov/professions/psychology/license-requirements |
North Carolina | Doctor of Philosophy in Clinical Psychology | State Info | Credentialing Entity: North Carolina Psychology Board License/Certification Name: Psychologist License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Doctorate degree in field of psychology Postgraduate Training or Coursework: 3,000 hours of supervised experience (1,500 during program, 1,500 post-doctoral) Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): **will transition to two part EPPP exam - Part 1 Knowledge and Part 2 Skills in January 2026 Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: No Links: https://www.ncpsychologyboard.org/applications/application-for-licensure/ |
North Dakota | Doctor of Philosophy in Clinical Psychology | State Info | Credentialing Entity: North Dakota State Board of Psychologist Examiners License/Certification Name: Psychologist License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Doctorate degree in field of psychology Postgraduate Training or Coursework: two years of supervised professional experience (one year internship; one year post-doctoral) Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): **will transition to two part EPPP exam - Part 1 Knowledge and Part 2 Skills in January 2026 Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: No Links: https://www.ndsbpe.org/licensee%2Fapp-lic-instruct.asp |
Northern Mariana Islands | Doctor of Philosophy in Clinical Psychology | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Board of Professional Licensing (BPL) License/Certification Name: Psychologist License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Doctorate degree in field of psychology Postgraduate Training or Coursework: licensure application stated: Curriculum vitae including a detailed education and experience history which shall include dates, places, institutions, educational programs and description of all prior education and work experience Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): **will transition to two part EPPP exam - Part 1 Knowledge and Part 2 Skills in January 2026 Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: No Links: https://www.cnmilicensing.gov.mp/health-care-professions-licensing-board/ |
Ohio | Doctor of Philosophy in Clinical Psychology | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Ohio State Board of Psychology License/Certification Name: Psychologist License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Doctorate degree in field of psychology Postgraduate Training or Coursework: two years of supervised experience which equates to 3,600 hours of experience, half of which must be post-doctorate Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): Examination for Professional Practice in Psychology (EPPP) and state examination **will transition to two part EPPP exam - Part 1 Knowledge and Part 2 Skills in January 2026 Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://psychology.ohio.gov/ |
Oklahoma | Doctor of Philosophy in Clinical Psychology | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Oklahoma State Board of Examiners of Psychologists (OSBEP) License/Certification Name: Psychologist License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Doctorate degree in field of psychology Postgraduate Training or Coursework: Two years of post-doctoral supervised experience supervised (one years can be a pre-doctoral if clinical, counseling, or school psychology) Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): **will transition to two part EPPP exam - Part 1 Knowledge and Part 2 Skills in January 2026 Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: No Links: https://www.ok.gov/psychology/Applicants/Become_a_Licensed_Psychologist/index.html |
Oregon | Doctor of Philosophy in Clinical Psychology | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Oregon Board of Psychology License/Certification Name: Psychologist License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: A doctoral degree in psychology from an approved doctoral program in psychology, accredited by the American Psychological Association (APA) or the Canadian Psychological Association (CPA) as of the date the degree was conferred or a Board-determined equivalent Postgraduate Training or Coursework: At least one year (not less than 12 months) of qualifying post-doctoral supervised work experience. This must include at least 1,500 hours of psychological services under the supervision of a psychologist who has been licensed for at least 2 years. Postgraduate Work Experience: One year (1500 hours) of post-doctoral supervised work experience is required for licensure. Examination(s): Examination for Professional Practice in Psychology (EPPP) and the Oregon Jurisprudence Examination **will transition to two part EPPP exam - Part 1 Knowledge and Part 2 Skills in January 2026 Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: No |
Pennsylvania | Doctor of Philosophy in Clinical Psychology | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Pennsylvania State Board of Psychology License/Certification Name: Psychologist License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Doctorate degree in field of psychology Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: The State Board accepts the predoctoral internship, completed as a part of an APA/CPA accredited doctoral program, as meeting one of the two years of supervised experience. The second year of supervised experience may be completed after the completion of the predoctoral internship. Alternatively, an applicant who began an APA/CPA accredited doctoral program on or after the fall semester of 2015 may use practicum experience towards the second year of supervised experience. An applicant that has NOT completed at least 12 months and at least 1750 hours of practicum experience would be required to complete additional supervised experience prior to the issuance of the license. Examination(s): **will transition to two part EPPP exam - Part 1 Knowledge and Part 2 Skills in January 2026 Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: No |
Puerto Rico | Doctor of Philosophy in Clinical Psychology | State Info | Credentialing Entity: unable to determine License/Certification Name: unable to determine Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: unable to determine Postgraduate Training or Coursework: unable to determine Postgraduate Work Experience: unable to determine Examination(s): unable to determine Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Undetermined Links: unable to determine |
Republic of Palau | Doctor of Philosophy in Clinical Psychology | State Info | Credentialing Entity: unable to determine License/Certification Name: unable to determine Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: unable to determine Postgraduate Training or Coursework: unable to determine Postgraduate Work Experience: unable to determine Examination(s): unable to determine Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Undetermined Links: unable to determine |
Republic of the Marshall Islands | Doctor of Philosophy in Clinical Psychology | State Info | Credentialing Entity: unable to determine License/Certification Name: unable to determine Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: unable to determine Postgraduate Training or Coursework: unable to determine Postgraduate Work Experience: unable to determine Examination(s): unable to determine Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Undetermined Links: unable to determine |
Rhode Island | Doctor of Philosophy in Clinical Psychology | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Rhode Island Board of Examiners in Psychology (RIBEP) License/Certification Name: Psychologist License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Doctorate degree in field of psychology Postgraduate Training or Coursework: 3,000 hours of supervised experience (1,500 during program, 1,500 post-doctoral) Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): **will transition to two part EPPP exam - Part 1 Knowledge and Part 2 Skills in January 2026 Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: No |
South Carolina | Doctor of Philosophy in Clinical Psychology | State Info | Credentialing Entity: South Carolina Board of Examiners in Psychology License/Certification Name: Psychologist License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Doctorate degree in field of psychology Postgraduate Training or Coursework: 3,000 hours of supervised experience (1,500 during program, 1,500 post-doctoral) Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): **will transition to two part EPPP exam - Part 1 Knowledge and Part 2 Skills in January 2026 Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: No |
South Dakota | Doctor of Philosophy in Clinical Psychology | State Info | Credentialing Entity: South Dakota Board of Examiners of Psychologists License/Certification Name: Psychologist License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Doctorate degree in field of psychology Postgraduate Training or Coursework: Supervised pre-doctoral internship (1,800 hours within two years); One year of supervised practice post-doctoral Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): **will transition to two part EPPP exam - Part 1 Knowledge and Part 2 Skills in January 2026 Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: No Links: https://dss.sd.gov/licensingboards/psych/licensing.aspx |
Tennessee | Doctor of Philosophy in Clinical Psychology | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Tennessee Board of Examiners of Psychology License/Certification Name: Psychologist License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Doctorate degree in field of psychology Postgraduate Training or Coursework: 1,900 hours supervised experience during program; 1,900 hours supervised post-doctoral Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): **will transition to two part EPPP exam - Part 1 Knowledge and Part 2 Skills in January 2026 Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: No |
Texas | Doctor of Philosophy in Clinical Psychology | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Texas State Board of Examiners of Psychologists (TSBEP) License/Certification Name: Psychologist License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Doctorate degree in field of psychology Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: 1750 supervised hours during doctoral degree plus 1750 hours post-doctoral Examination(s): Examination for Professional Practice in Psychology (EPPP) and jurisprudence examination **will transition to two part EPPP exam - Part 1 Knowledge and Part 2 Skills in January 2026 Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://bhec.texas.gov/online-license-renewal-system/ |
Utah | Doctor of Philosophy in Clinical Psychology | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Utah Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing (DOPL) License/Certification Name: Psychologist License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Doctorate degree in field of psychology Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: 4,000 practice hours (not distinguished between pre or post-doctoral) Examination(s): **will transition to two part EPPP exam - Part 1 Knowledge and Part 2 Skills in January 2026 Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: No |
Vermont | Doctor of Philosophy in Clinical Psychology | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Vermont Office of Professional Regulation (OPR) License/Certification Name: Psychologist License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Doctorate degree in field of psychology Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: 4000 supervised hours (2000 can be internship; 2000 must be post-doctoral) Examination(s): **will transition to two part EPPP exam - Part 1 Knowledge and Part 2 Skills in January 2026 Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: No Links: https://sos.vermont.gov/psychological-examiners/apply-renew/ |
Virgin Islands | Doctor of Philosophy in Clinical Psychology | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Virgin Islands Board of Psychology Examiners License/Certification Name: Psychologist License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Doctorate degree in field of psychology Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: 3,000 hours of supervised experience (1,500 during program, 1,500 post-doctoral) Examination(s): **will transition to two part EPPP exam - Part 1 Knowledge and Part 2 Skills in January 2026 Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: No Links: https://www.usvipsychologyboard.com/rules-regulations/ |
Virginia | Doctor of Philosophy in Clinical Psychology | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Virginia Board of Psychology License/Certification Name: Psychologist License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Doctorate degree in field of psychology Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: 1,500 hours of supervised professional experience Examination(s): **will transition to two part EPPP exam - Part 1 Knowledge and Part 2 Skills in January 2026 Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: No Links: https://www.dhp.virginia.gov/Boards/Psychology/PractitionerResources/ApplicationsandForms/ |
Washington | Doctor of Philosophy in Clinical Psychology | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Washington Department of Health License/Certification Name: Psychologist License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: A doctoral degree from a regionally accredited institution, obtained from an integrated program of graduate study in psychology. Additional requirements must be met if the doctoral degree was not accredited by the American Psychological Association (APA). Applicants must complete a practicum, pre-internship, and internship as part of the doctoral degree program. Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: Applicants are required to verify a total of 3,300 hours of supervision. Post-doctoral supervised experience must be completed only if an applicant does not already have 3,000 hours of supervised experience. Examination(s): Examination for Professional Practice in Psychology (EPPP) and state jurisprudence examination **will transition to two part EPPP exam - Part 1 Knowledge and Part 2 Skills in January 2026 Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: No |
West Virginia | Doctor of Philosophy in Clinical Psychology | State Info | Credentialing Entity: West Virginia Board of Examiners of Psychologists License/Certification Name: Psychologist License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Doctorate degree in field of psychology Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: 1800 supervised hours Examination(s): Examination for Professional Practice in Psychology (EPPP) and state jurisprudence examination **will transition to two part EPPP exam - Part 1 Knowledge and Part 2 Skills in January 2026 Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes |
Wisconsin | Doctor of Philosophy in Clinical Psychology | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS) License/Certification Name: Psychologist License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Doctorate degree in field of psychology Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: One year of supervised experience following conferral of the doctoral degree Examination(s): **will transition to two part EPPP exam - Part 1 Knowledge and Part 2 Skills in January 2026 Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: No |
Wyoming | Doctor of Philosophy in Clinical Psychology | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Wyoming Board of Psychology License/Certification Name: Psychologist License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Doctorate degree in field of psychology Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: 3,000 hours of supervised experience (1,500 during program, 1,500 post-doctoral) Examination(s): **will transition to two part EPPP exam - Part 1 Knowledge and Part 2 Skills in January 2026 Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: No Links: https://psychology.wyo.gov/ |
Alabama | Master of Science in School Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Alabama State Board of Education License/Certification Name: Class B Professional Educator Certificate in a teaching field, or Class A Professional Leadership Certificate, or Class A Professional Educator Certificate in a teaching field or in another area of instructional support Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Satisfactory completion of a State-approved program with a minimum GPA of 3.0 in all courses in the Alabama State Board of Education approved program for school counseling. For candidates unconditionally admitted to a Class A school counseling program July 1, 2017, and thereafter, a minimum GPA of 3.25 on all courses in the Alabama State Board of Education approved school counseling program. Postgraduate Training or Coursework: Survey of special education course is required unless that course was taken for prior level certification. An individual who completed a survey of special education course prior to the semester when the individual met requirements for unconditional admission to a Class A program July 1, 2017, and thereafter, must take a course focused primarily on one of the following categories: methods of accommodating instruction to meet the needs of students with exceptionalities in inclusive settings, multicultural education, teaching English language learners, rural education, or urban education. A diversity course used to meet this requirement for one level of certification may not be used to meet the requirement for a higher level of certification. A practicum of at least 100 clock hours in a school-based setting, including a minimum of 40 clock hours of supervised, direct service work in individual and group counseling with early childhood/elementary and secondary school students Postgraduate Work Experience: A supervised elementary and secondary school-based internship of at least 600 clock hours, begun subsequent to the completion of the practicum, including a minimum of 240 clock hours in direct service work with early childhood/elementary and secondary school students. Internships in P-12 schools must be supervised by individuals who hold a valid master’s level professional educator certificate in school counseling and who are employed as a counselor. Examination(s): Applicants for initial certification in school counseling through the completion of a Class A Program must meet the Praxis requirements of the Alabama Educator Certification Assessment Program (AECAP) Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://www.alabamaachieves.org/state-board-of-education/
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Alaska | Master of Science in School Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Alaska Department of Education & Early Development License/Certification Name: Special Services Certificate (Type C) or Provisional Type C Special Services Certificate Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Completion of a program in a special service area Bachelor’s or higher degree Recommendation of the preparing institution Postgraduate Training or Coursework: Six semester hours or nine (9) quarter hours of credit taken within the past five years Three (3) semester hours of approved Alaska studies and three (3) semester hours of multicultural education/cross-cultural communications Applicants meeting all other requirements for certification, but who lack six (6) semester hours of credit earned during the five-year period preceding the date of application or lack three (3) semester hours of credit in Alaska studies and/or three (3) semester hours of credit in multicultural education or cross-cultural communications, may apply for a non-renewable Provisional Type C Special Services certificate, valid for two years. Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): None Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://education.alaska.gov/teachercertification/certification/typec
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American Samoa | Master of Science in School Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: American Samoa License/Certification Name: Unknown Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Unknown Postgraduate Training or Coursework: Unknown Postgraduate Work Experience: Unknown Examination(s): Unknown Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Undetermined Links: Unknown
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Arizona | Master of Science in School Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Arizona Department of Education License/Certification Name: School Counselor, PreK-12 Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: One of the following: A) Completion of a graduate program in guidance and counseling from an accredited institution. B) Completion of a graduate program in counseling, social work, or psychology from an accredited institution. C) A valid license as an associate counselor, professional counselor, master or clinical social worker, or marriage and family therapist issued by the Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners. Submit a photocopy of the license. D) Completion of a graduate program in Academic Advising from an accredited institution. Postgraduate Training or Coursework: A) None B & C) Completion of six semester hours of courses in any of the following areas: school counseling, college and career guidance, or academic advising. D) Completion of six semester hours of courses in any of the following areas: social and emotional development, mental health counseling, trauma and disaster counseling, multiculturalism in counseling, theories of counseling, the foundation of school counseling, or child and adolescent counseling. Postgraduate Work Experience: Practicum: Completion of a supervised counseling practicum in school counseling from an accredited institution; -OR- School Counseling Experience: Verification of two years of full-time experience as a school counselor; - OR- Teaching Experience: Verification of three years of full-time teaching experience. Examination(s): None Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://www.azed.gov/node/27113
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Arkansas | Master of Science in School Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Arkansas Division of Elementary & Secondary Education License/Certification Name: School Counseling Endorsement Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Holds a current standard teaching license and a Master’s Degree in School Counseling (or) have completed a Master’s Degree in Education or Master’s Degree in a licensure/endorsement area as listed on the Areas and Levels of Licensure Chart as approved by the State Board of Education and a graduate level program of study in School Counseling that has been approved by the ADE Office of Educator Quality Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: Has a minimum of four (4) years' experience as a school counselor Examination(s): Praxis II: School Guidance and Counseling, test #0421 or #5421 Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://dese.ade.arkansas.gov/Files/20201103152516_School_Counseling_K_12.pdf
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California | Master of Science in School Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: California Commission on Teacher Credentialing License/Certification Name: Pupil Personnel Services (PPS) Credential or National Board for Professional Teaching Standards Certification-Early Childhood to Young Adulthood School Counseling Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Prepared in CA: A baccalaureate degree or higher from a regionally-accredited college or university. Obtain the formal recommendation of a California college or university with a Commission-approved Pupil Personnel Services program specializing in school counseling. This process will result in the college or university submitting the recommendation online. Prepared Out-of-State: A baccalaureate degree or higher from a regionally-accredited college or university. Postgraduate Training or Coursework: In CA: Post baccalaureate degree study must have a minimum of 48 semester units in a Commission-approved professional preparation program specializing in school counseling, including a practicum with school-aged children. Out of state: Post baccalaureate degree study must have a minimum of 30 semester units specializing in school counseling, including a supervised field experience with school-age children. Programs accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP) meet this requirement. Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): Basic Skills Requirement - can utilize examinations or meet by coursework or coursework and exam Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://www.ctc.ca.gov/credentials/leaflets/pupil-personnel-credential-in-california-(cl-606c) https://www.ctc.ca.gov/credentials/leaflets/pupil-personnel-services-credential-(cl-606)
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Colorado | Master of Science in School Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Colorado Department of Education License/Certification Name: Initial Special Services License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Master's Degree or higher in School Counseling as defined by accreditation by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling & Related Educational Programs Postgraduate Training or Coursework: Minimum of 100 clock hour practicum in degree Postgraduate Work Experience: Minimum of 600 clock hour internship, with multiple grade levels of students under the supervision of a licensed school counselor Examination(s): PRAXIS 5421 Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://www.cde.state.co.us/cdeprof/licensure_authorization_landing
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Connecticut | Master of Science in School Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Connecticut Bureau of Certification License/Certification Name: A professional educator certificate, or (holds or is eligible for) an initial educator certificate and 30 school months of successful teaching experience, or a 10-month full-time supervised school counseling internship Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Master's degree Institutional recommendation based on completion of a state-approved graduate-level certification program specific to school counseling at a regionally accredited college or university. Evidence of a progression of supervised laboratory and practicum experiences in school counseling Postgraduate Training or Coursework: Evidence of a progression of supervised laboratory and practicum experiences in school counseling Your coursework must include 30 semester hours of graduate credit in a planned program in school counseling services, including course work in each of the following areas: Principles and philosophy of developmental guidance and counseling Psychological and sociological theory as related to children Career development theory and practice Individual and group counseling procedures Organizational patterns and relationships of pupil personnel services to total school program and community A course of study in special education comprised of not fewer than 36 clock hours, which includes study in understanding the growth and development of exceptional children, including handicapped and gifted and talented children and children who may require special education, and methods for identifying, planning for and working effectively with special-needs children in the regular classroom. Pupil appraisal and evaluation techniques School-based consultation theory and practice To eventually advance a certificate endorsed for School Counselor to the professional level, candidates must complete at least 45 semester hours of graduate credit in counseling and related areas. This may include coursework required for the initial educator certificate. Postgraduate Work Experience: If not professional educator certificate, then an initial educator certificate and 30 school months of successful teaching experience, or a 10-month full-time supervised school counseling internship Examination(s): None Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes
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Delaware | Master of Science in School Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Delaware Department of Education License/Certification Name: Elementary School Counselor Standard Certificate or a Secondary School Counselor Standard Certificate Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: First Standard Certificate: Earned and currently maintain the School Counseling certificate from the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards; or Completed a master’s degree from a Regionally Accredited college or university with a Major or Its Equivalent in elementary school counseling from an educator preparation program approved or recognized by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP) or a state where the state approval body employed the appropriate standards; or Satisfactorily completed a Department-approved educator preparation program in elementary school counseling; or Completed a master’s degree from a Regionally Accredited college or university in any content area and satisfactorily completed 39 credits of graduate level coursework related to school counseling in the areas provided in subsection 4.1.1.4.1 that is taken either as part of a degree program or in addition to a degree program from a Regionally Accredited college or university. Postgraduate Training or Coursework: For master's degree in any content area, must provide proof of 39 credits of graduate coursework related to school counseling: Introduction to School Counseling & Theories (3 credits); Human Behavior and Child Development (3 credits); Ethical Issues in School Counseling (3 credits); College & Career Readiness K-12 (3 credits); Testing, Measurements, and Research in School Counseling (3 credits); The Counselor as Consultant (3 credits); Special Education Law & the School Counselor’s Role (3 credits); Group Counseling (3 credits); Individual Counseling Skills & Strategies (6 credits); Family Counseling (3 credits); and Principles and Practices of a School Counseling Program (6 Credits). Postgraduate Work Experience: An applicant shall complete a supervised school counseling clinical experience under the direct supervision of a state department of education certified elementary school counselor of 700 hours in an elementary school setting (grades K-8) which is part of a graduate degree program in elementary school counseling; or An applicant who is seeking initial certification of both an Elementary School Counselor Standard Certificate and a Secondary School Counselor Standard Certificate simultaneously, must complete 350 hours of clinical experience in an elementary school setting (grades K-8) under the direct supervision of a state department of education certified elementary school counselor and 350 hours of clinical experience in a secondary school setting (grades 6-12) under the direct supervision of a state department of education certified secondary school counselor. Examination(s): If first Standard Certificate, Praxis Subject Assessment - Professional School Counselor Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://www.doe.k12.de.us/Page/3477
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District of Columbia | Master of Science in School Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: District of Columbia License/Certification Name: School Service Provider (SSP) Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Holds a completed master’s degree from an approved program in school counseling education, or Holds a completed master’s degree in counseling and have completed graduate level school counseling coursework. Postgraduate Training or Coursework: Coursework with a grade of C or higher for master's degree in counseling: 1. Philosophy and principles underlying guidance and other pupil personnel services; 2. The theory and practice of counseling, including work with exceptional and culturally diverse students; 3. Educational and psychological measurement; 4. Career development theory including career planning and decision-making techniques and the use of occupational and educational information; 5. Understanding the individual (i.e., the nature and range of human characteristics); 6. Group counseling and group guidance processes; 7. Research and evaluation; 8. Elementary, middle, and secondary school counseling Has successfully completed at least 300 hours of supervised school-based field, practicum or internship experience as part of the degree program. The field experience may also be met by one of the following: Completion of a degree in school counseling from a program approved by Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Program (CACREP) or holds a valid National Certified Counselors (NCC) credential issued by the National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC); or Have completed two or more years of full-time teaching experience or one year of full-time experience as a school counselor; Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): Passing score for the DC-required school counselor content exam or has passed a comparable exam in another state where an active school counselor license is held. Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://osse.dc.gov/page/pupilstudent-services-provider-certification
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Federated States of Micronesia | Master of Science in School Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Federated States of Micronesia State Department of Education License/Certification Name: Unable to determine Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Unable to determine Postgraduate Training or Coursework: Unable to determine Postgraduate Work Experience: Unable to determine Examination(s): Unable to determine Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Undetermined Links: https://national.doe.fm/index.php/education-programs/initiative-programs/teacher-certification
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Florida | Master of Science in School Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Florida Department of Education License/Certification Name: Professional Certificate for out of state teachers and administrators Professional Florida Educator's Certificate for graduates of a teacher education program Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Master’s or higher degree with a graduate major in guidance and counseling or school counseling that includes a minimum of six-hundred (600) clock hours of supervised internship serving school-aged students in a prekindergarten, an elementary or a secondary school setting; or A master’s or higher degree with a graduate major in counseling other than guidance and counseling or school counseling as specified in subsection (1) of this rule that includes a minimum of six-hundred (600) clock hours of supervised internship with school-aged children and their families with at least nine (9) semester hours of graduate credit Postgraduate Training or Coursework: For majors other than school counseling, 600 clock hours in: (a) Student appraisal and evaluation methods in prekindergarten, elementary and secondary schools including interpretation and analysis of standardized tests and other assessment results that assist students in career exploration, academic skills and personal and social skill development; (b) College and career planning for prekindergarten, elementary and secondary school students including college and career exploration and knowledge of financial aid and financing of postsecondary education options; (c) Principles, philosophy, organization and administration of a comprehensive school counseling program in prekindergarten, elementary and secondary schools; and (d) Consultation skills and techniques for conferring with groups such as agencies, teachers and parents. Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): Florida Teacher Certification Examination (FTCE) Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://www.fldoe.org/teaching/certification/
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Georgia | Master of Science in School Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Georgia Professional Standards Commission License/Certification Name: Standard Professional Certificate in School Counseling Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: To add School Counseling to an existing Professional certificate in any field an individual must complete the following: GaPSC-approved certification program or a Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP) accredited program in School Counseling. Georgia Educators who complete out-of-state programs not accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP) will not be eligible for Georgia certification in School Counseling unless enrolled in the program prior to April 15, 2017. Postgraduate Training or Coursework: A special education course requirement can be met by one of the following: A GaPSC-accepted course (passed with a grade of B or better) in the identification and education of children who have special educational needs is required or Earning five (5) Georgia professional learning units satisfied through a Georgia public school system or RESA, or Holding valid National Board for Professional Teaching Standards (NBPTS) certification, or Meeting out-of-state experience exemption Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): GACE content knowledge assessment Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://www.gapsc.com/Commission/Rules/Current/Certification/CertRules.aspx
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Guam | Master of Science in School Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Guam Commission for Educator Certification License/Certification Name: Initial School Counselor Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Bachelor's degree from a state approved college/university in Education, Psychology, Social Work or field related to School Counseling Completion of approved graduate level program in School Counseling aligned w/ CACREP Common Core Areas & School Counseling Domains Postgraduate Training or Coursework: Internship in School Counseling w/ 90 hours of college/university supervised field-based counseling experience in K-12 settings Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): PRAXIS I / CORE & II (Counseling) Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://gcec.guam.gov/forms
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Hawaii | Master of Science in School Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Hawaii Department of Education - Hawaii Teacher Standards Board License/Certification Name: NASDTEC Stage 3 License (Standard License) Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited U.S. institution or the equivalent from a non U.S. institution AND Complete a Hawaii-approved teacher, librarian or counselor State Approved Teacher Education Program (SATEP) or Receive satisfactory completion of a teacher, librarian or counselor SATEP in the U.S. (non Hawaii) Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: Three (3) years out of the last five (5) years of full-time teaching experience in a P-12 contracted position from a school in Hawaii or another U.S. state. Examination(s): Non-Hawaii approved U.S. program: Praxis Core Academic Skills for Educators in Reading, Writing, and Mathematics Praxis Principles of Learning and Teaching (PLT) for recommended grade level(s) Praxis content test(s) **Note: Candidates seeking licensure in a World Language may submit passing score(s) from the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL). Out of state valid license holders: None Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://www.teachinhawaii.org/certification-and-licensure/ https://hawaiiteacherstandardsboard.org/content/wp-content/uploads/Standard-License_012023.pdf https://hawaiiteacherstandardsboard.org/content/permits-and-license-types/ |
Idaho | Master of Science in School Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Idaho State Department of Education License/Certification Name: Pupil Service Staff Certificate Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Master's degree Postgraduate Training or Coursework: Institutional Recommendation verifying state-approved School Counselor Program: 700 hour practicum, with 75% of the hours (525 hours) in a K-12 setting to include time in Elementary, Middle, and High School Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): None Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://www.sde.idaho.gov/cert-psc/cert/apply/pupil-service.html
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Illinois | Master of Science in School Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Illinois State Board of Education License/Certification Name: Professional Educator License (PEL) School Support Personnel Endorsement Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Program at an IL institution: Master's or higher degree awarded by a regionally accredited institution of higher education in school counseling Approved out-of-state program: A master's degree or higher from regionally accredited institution of higher education; and Completion of coursework* addressing methods of teaching exceptional children, reading methods, content area reading, and methods of teaching English learners Postgraduate Training or Coursework: Required as part of the program: structure, organization, and operation of the educational system, with an emphasis on P-12 schools, growth and development of children and youth, diversity of Illinois students and the laws and programs that have been signed to meet their unique needs, and effective management of the classroom and learning process. Supervised counseling practicum of at least 100 clock hours that included at least 40 hours of direct service work. Postgraduate Work Experience: Completed an internship of at least 600 clock hours (at least one semester in length) with at least 240 hours of direct service work. If the applicant has at least two years of teaching experience, the internship requirement is reduced to 400 clock hours with at least 240 hours of direct service work. Examination(s): None Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://www.isbe.net/Pages/PEL-School-Support-Ed-Lic.aspx
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Indiana | Master of Science in School Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Indiana Department of Education License/Certification Name: School Services License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Master’s degree program from an approved school counselor program, or if already degreed, completed additional coursework from an approved school counselor program. Postgraduate Training or Coursework: In order to obtain an Accomplished Practitioner’s license, one must have: (1) completed 5 years of experience as a school counselor in an entity listed in 515 IAC 1-5-1 (a) subsequent to the issuance of the Practitioner license; (2) completed an educational specialist or higher degree in a counseling related field at an institution of higher learning regionally accredited to offer appropriate coursework; (3) been recommended for the accomplished practitioner license by the licensing advisor at the approved program; and (4) successfully completed certification in school counseling in a program approved by the board. Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): Praxis Content area test Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://www.in.gov/doe/educators/educator-licensing/school-services-employee/
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Iowa | Master of Science in School Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Iowa Board of Educational Examiners License/Certification Name: Initial Professional Service License Professional Service License Applicants for an Iowa school counselor license, who do not have two (2) years of successful service as a school counselor in an Iowa public school, or three (3) years in an accredited Iowa private school or an out-of-state education setting, will receive an Initial Professional Service license, which is valid for two (2) years. Upon completion of the aforementioned employment requirement, applicants will receive the Professional Service license, which is valid for five (5) years. Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Master's degree and completion of a professional service license program specific to an education setting. Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: Professional Service License: Two years of successful service in a professional service license area in an Iowa public school, or 3 years in an accredited private or out-of-state setting. Examination(s): None Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://boee.iowa.gov/license-authorization/initial-professional-service
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Kansas | Master of Science in School Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Kansas Department of Education License/Certification Name: School Counselor License (Initial License) Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Approved graduate degree school counselor program Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: Complete a year-long approved mentor program during first year of employment as a school counselor during the Initial license to upgrade to the Professional level license. Examination(s): Praxis Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes
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Kentucky | Master of Science in School Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Kentucky Education Professional Standards Board License/Certification Name: Provisional Certificate for School Counselor P-12 Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Approved master’s level program in school counseling Postgraduate Training or Coursework: Successful completion of an additional three to six credit hours from an approved graduate level counseling or school counseling program; Postgraduate Work Experience: Option 1: One year of full-time employment as a provisionally certified school counselor in an accredited public or private school; Hold a valid Kentucky Professional teaching certificate, and Have a minimum of one year of full-time classroom teaching experience. Option 2: Have a minimum of two years of successful employment as a Provisional full-time certified school counselor. Examination(s): None Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: http://www.epsb.ky.gov/mod/page/view.php?id=212
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Louisiana | Master of Science in School Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Louisiana Department of Education License/Certification Name: Ancillary Teaching Certification Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: A standards based master’s degree* program in school counseling from a college or university approved by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Program (CACREP) * Degrees and coursework use for Louisiana certification purposes must be earned from a college or university accredited in accordance with 34 CFR 602. Postgraduate Training or Coursework: Completion of a practicum to include 100 contact hours Postgraduate Work Experience: Completion of an internship in school counseling to include 600 contact hours in a school setting Examination(s): Praxis exam specific to Counselor Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://www.teachlouisiana.net/Teachers.aspx?PageID=12311129 https://www.teachlouisiana.net/pdf/applications/AT-AncillaryTeachingCertApp.pdf
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Maine | Master of Science in School Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Maine Department of Education License/Certification Name: Professional School Counselor Certificate Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: master’s or a doctorate degree from an accredited college or university Postgraduate Training or Coursework: Coursework in bachelor’s, master’s, or doctorate degree program must align with the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP) standards and address content areas for School Counselors (24 credits); Foundations: models of school counseling including career development, assessment in pre-K12, and school based collaboration; Contextual Dimensions: including the role of school counselor, consultation with families, responding to school emergencies, risk factors for behavioral disorders, effects of substance use disorders, community resources, and legal and ethical considerations; and Practice of School Counseling: purpose and mission, design and evaluation of school counseling programs, academic interventions, transition planning with students, equity in student outcomes, advocacy, and data-driven decision-making; and A minimum of three semester hours in diversity-centered content related to today’s classroom (e.g., culturally responsive teaching, multicultural education, intercultural education, second language acquisition or world language teaching methods); and An approved course for teaching students with exceptionalities in the regular classroom. Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): None Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://www.maine.gov/doe/cert/requirements
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Maryland | Master of Science in School Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Maryland State Department of Education License/Certification Name: School Counselor Certificate Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Option I (1) A master's degree in school counseling or school guidance and counseling from an IHE; and (2) A National Board of Certified Counselors (NBCC) certificate; and (3) Two years of satisfactory performance as a teacher or school counselor in a school setting. Option II A master's degree in school counseling or school guidance and counseling from a Maryland approved program that includes 500 hours in a supervised practicum. Option III. A master’s degree in school counseling or school guidance and counseling from a program approved by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs. Option IV. (1) A master's degree in school counseling or school guidance and counseling leading to certification in the state in which it is located; and (2) 2 years of satisfactory performance as a teacher or school counselor or 500 clock hours in a supervised practicum in school counseling or school guidance and counseling. Option V. (1) A master’s degree; and (2) A valid, professional school counseling certificate from another state; (3) Verification of at least 27 months of satisfactory performance as a school counselor during the past 7 years. Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: Dependent on educational pre-requisites option Examination(s): None Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://www.marylandpublicschools.org/about/Pages/DEE/Certification/areas/School-Counselor.aspx
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Massachusetts | Master of Science in School Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Massachusetts Department of Elementary & Secondary Education License/Certification Name: Professional Support Personnel, School Counselor - Initial Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Master's degree with a major in Counseling, Bachelor's degree, and one of: Massachusetts School Counselor PreK-8 Approved Program or Guidance Counselor PreK-8 Approved Program Postgraduate Training or Coursework: For Educators earning an additional MA license at a new level: A practicum/practicum equivalent or internship of 150 hours in the role of the license sought in an appropriate classroom or A course, seminar, or institute approved by the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education addressing the curriculum and developmental characteristics of the age group appropriate to the license sought Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): Communication and Literacy Skills test Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes
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Michigan | Master of Science in School Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Michigan Department of Education License/Certification Name: School Counselor License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: master’s degree or higher in a school counselor educator program including internship in a school setting at an out-of-state university or its equivalency; or bachelor’s degree AND has successfully worked out-of- state as a school counselor 5 out of the immediately preceding 7 years, plus hold a valid school counselor certificate/license issued by another state Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): Michigan Test for Teacher Certification (MTTC) School Counselor examination Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes
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Minnesota | Master of Science in School Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Minnesota Professional Educator Licensing and Standards Board License/Certification Name: School Counselor License - Tier 2 School Counselor License - Tier 3 School Counselor License - Tier 4 Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Tier 2: hold a master’s degree in counseling, OR hold a bachelor’s degree, provide evidence of enrollment in an accredited school counselor program, and have completed 24 semester credits in school-counseling-specific coursework or content. If enrolled in a program, the program provider where the applicant is enrolled must: a. verify completion of at least 24 semester credits in school-counseling-specific coursework or content (transcripts may be used as documentation), b. affirm the program provider will assist the candidate in designing the learning experience, c. affirm that the applicant is prepared for the learning experience, AND d. provide supervision of the candidate. Tiers 3 & 4: a master’s degree or equivalent in school counseling from a regionally-accredited college or university, AND verify completion of a state-approved or Council for the Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Services (CACREP) approved preparation program. Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: Tier 4: have three or more years working as a school counselor in Minnesota, AND not have been placed on, or kept in, an improvement plan. Examination(s): None Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://mn.gov/pelsb/aspiring-educators/requirements/
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Mississippi | Master of Science in School Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Mississippi Department of Education License/Certification Name: Instructional Support Personnel License - School Counselor Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: master’s degree or higher in School Counseling that includes a full-year internship Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): School Counselor Praxis Assessment Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://www.mdek12.org/OEL/Licensure-Application-Checklist
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Missouri | Master of Science in School Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Missouri Department of Elementary & Secondary Education License/Certification Name: School Counselor Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: A master's or higher degree in school counseling from a state-approved school counselor preparation program; or A master's or higher degree in education, school counseling, counseling, counseling psychology, rehabilitation counseling, or a closely related mental health discipline with additional graduate course work specific to school counseling, as designated by the state-approved recommending certification official, including a supervised internship or field experience of at least three hundred (300) hours in an appropriate school setting; and A bachelor's degree in education from a state-approved teacher preparation program; or Complete a curriculum in teaching methods and practices, classroom management, and the psychology of the exceptional child, as specified by the recommending certification officer of the state-approved program. Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): The applicant must achieve a score equal to or in excess of the qualifying score on the exit assessment(s), not to include the principles of learning and teaching, as defined in the rules promulgated by the board Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://dese.mo.gov/educator-quality/certification/routes-certification https://dese.mo.gov/educator-quality/certification/become-certified-student-services-area
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Montana | Master of Science in School Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Montana Office of Public Instruction License/Certification Name: Class 6 School Counselor Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Completion of a master's degree from a regionally accredited college or university and completion of a Council for the Accreditation of Counseling and Related Education Programs (CACREP) accredited school counselor program which includes an internship in a school setting of 600 hours. OR Completion of a master’s degree in school counseling from a regionally accredited college or university which includes an internship in a school setting of 600 hours. Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): None Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes
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Nebraska | Master of Science in School Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Nebraska Department of Education License/Certification Name: School Counselor Endorsement Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: A Master’s Degree in Counseling with a specialization in School Counseling with a minimum of 36 graduate semester hours Postgraduate Training or Coursework: A minimum of 100 clock hours of school counseling field experiences prior to internship; and a school counseling internship with a minimum of 450 clock hours of internship at the grade levels of the endorsement; and a previously earned teaching certificate with an endorsement contained in 92 NAC 24; or If the candidate has not previously earned a teaching certificate with an endorsement contained in 92 NAC 24, the candidate must also complete a minimum of 12 additional semester hours of professional teacher education coursework related to core curriculum design, lesson plan development, classroom management strategies, student assessment, and differentiated instructional strategies. Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): content test for the first-time placement of this endorsement Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://www.education.ne.gov/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/NDE-School-Counselor-Endorement-2017.pdf
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Nevada | Master of Science in School Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Nevada Department of Education License/Certification Name: School Counselor License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a) Master’s degree or a more advanced degree in school counseling; b) A specialty credential as a national certified school counselor issued by the National Board for Certified Counselors; c) master’s degree or a more advanced degree with a major in counseling conferred by a regionally accredited college or university and meet the requirements of subsection 2; or d) (1)Hold a master’s degree or a more advanced degree conferred by a regionally accredited college or university; (2) Have at least 2 years of teaching experience or at least 2 years of school counseling experience; and (3) Meet the requirements of subsection 2. Postgraduate Training or Coursework: If c or d, then completion of: At least 36 semester hours of graduate credits in school guidance and counseling in each of the following areas of study: (1) The process of individual counseling; (2) The process of group counseling; (3) Testing and educational assessments; (4) Legal and ethical issues in counseling; (5) Career counseling; (6) Organization and administration of school counseling programs; (7) Multicultural counseling; (8) Child and family counseling; and (9) Two of the following: (I) The use of technology in education. (II) Exceptional children. (III) Human growth and development. (IV) Substance abuse counseling. Postgraduate Work Experience: If c or d, then completion of: At least 600 hours of a practicum, internship or field experience in school counseling at any grade level in kindergarten through grade 12 Examination(s): ETS Praxis Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://doe.nv.gov/Educator_Licensure/School_Counselor_License/
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New Hampshire | Master of Science in School Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: New Hampshire Department of Education Bureau of Credentialing License/Certification Name: Educational Specialist - School Counselor Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: A state board of education approved school counseling collegiate program at the master’s degree level or higher; or Have acquired the competencies, skills, and knowledge of a school counselor through: 1) Completion of courses related to school counseling at the master’s degree level or higher and completion of a counseling internship in a public school setting; or 2) Experience in comparable positions in school counseling or other master’s level or higher professions closely related to school counseling. Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): None Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes https://nhdoepm.atlassian.net/wiki/spaces/CHD/pages/190513160/New+Applicant+or+Add+an+Endorsement
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New Jersey | Master of Science in School Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: New Jersey Department of Education License/Certification Name: Educational Services Certificate w/ School Counselor Endorsement - Standard Certificate Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: A master’s or higher degree from a regionally accredited 4-year college/university Postgraduate Training or Coursework: 48 graduate semester hour credits in: 18 credits counseling to include a course in each of the following areas - theory & procedures in individual and group guidance, counseling and interviewing techniques, career counseling 3 credits in testing and evaluation 6 credits in psychology 3 credits in sociological foundations 3 credits in community agencies, organizations and resources 3 credits in statistics or research methods 6 credits in supervised counseling practicum in a school setting (not a clinical setting) 6 elective credits in any of the following topics-education; counseling; testing & evaluation; psychology; sociological foundations; statistics & research methods; curriculum development; program planning; guidance; measurement; vocational education; learning disabilities; human relations; or group process theory and procedures Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): None Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://www.nj.gov/education/certification/certsandtitles/
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New Mexico | Master of Science in School Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: New Mexico Public Education Department License/Certification Name: School Counselor Pre K-12 License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Master’s degree in school counseling from a regionally accredited college or university approved by the Department OR A master’s degree in a discipline other than school counseling and 36-42 graduate hours in school counseling, approved by the Department and includes a practicum in a school setting. Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): State content knowledge assessment Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://webnew.ped.state.nm.us/bureaus/licensure/licensure-requirements/school-counselor-pre-k-12/
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New York | Master of Science in School Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: New York State Department of Education License/Certification Name: School Counselor - Initial Certificate Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: 1) Approved Teacher Preparation Program; or 2) Individual Evaluation - Bachelor's degree accredited by an institutional accrediting agency recognized for this purpose by the United States Department of Education or from an institution authorized by the Regents to confer degrees and whose programs are registered by the Department. 48 semester hours of graduate coursework and 100 clock hours of supervised practicum; or 3) Endorsement of a Certificate - comparable cert in another U.S. State, Masters degree or higher 4) Comparable Educator Program in Another U.S. State - Master's degree or higher Postgraduate Training or Coursework: If by Individual Evaluation, 600 clock hours supervised internship Postgraduate Work Experience: If by Endorsement of a Certificate, 3 years of school counselor experience in a public school, grades K-12 within 5 years immediately preceding the application date. Examination(s): None Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://eservices.nysed.gov/teach/certhelp/search-cert-reqs#cfocus
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North Carolina | Master of Science in School Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: North Carolina Department of Public Instruction License/Certification Name: Professional Educator License - School Counselor Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Approved program in school counseling at master's level or above Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): NTE/Praxis Professional School Counselor test Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://www.dpi.nc.gov/educators/educators-licensure/licensure-administrators-and-student-services
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North Dakota | Master of Science in School Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: North Dakota Department of Public Instruction License/Certification Name: School Counselor (SC03) Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Master's degree in counseling, education, or a related human service field Postgraduate Training or Coursework: Graduate core counseling coursework content (listed below) from a state-approved school counseling program: Elementary School Counseling Secondary School Counseling Supervised School Counseling Internship (consisting of a minimum of 450 contact hours of which at least 150 contact hours are at both the elementary and secondary level) Counseling Program Management Counseling Theories Assessment Techniques Group Counseling Career Counseling and Assessment Social and Multicultural Counseling Ethics and Law Counseling Techniques If no teaching degree: Educational Psychology Instructional Planning, Methods, and Assessment Classroom Management Multicultural/Native American Studies Postgraduate Work Experience: A school counselor credential is valid only while holding a North Dakota Educator's Professional License. Examination(s): If no teaching degree: Passing Grade on Praxis I and Praxis II Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes
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Northern Mariana Islands | Master of Science in School Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands Public School System License/Certification Name: Basic I Basic II Standard Professional Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Basic I - Bachelor's or higher Basic II - Official Transcript or Certificate of Completion of specific Basic II courses: Computer Technology Test and Measurements Introduction to Counseling Issues and Philosophies of Culturally Diverse Schools Multicultural Counseling Counseling Process: Theory Counseling Process: Practice Standard: Official Transcript or Certification of Completion of specific Standard courses: Instructional Technology NMI History/Pacific Institute Dynamics of Individual Behavior Individual and Group Assessment Group Counseling Prevention & Outreach Career Counseling and Placement Professional - Master's degree or higher Postgraduate Training or Coursework: Basic II - Proof of completion of one hundred twenty (120) hours of seminars, workshops, or in-service training as sanctioned by PSS/BOE and or equivalent university or college courses Standard - Proof of completion of one hundred eighty (180) hours of seminars, workshops, or in-service training as sanctioned by PSS/BOE and or equivalent university or college coursed Professional - Proof of completion of three hundred (300) hours of seminars, workshops, or in-service training as sanctioned by PSS/BOE and or equivalent university or college courses Postgraduate Work Experience: Professional - Employment Verification of ten (10) cumulative years of instructional experience Examination(s): Basic I - Praxis II Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://www.cnmipss.org/school-counselors-certification-flowchart
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Ohio | Master of Science in School Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Ohio Department of Education License/Certification Name: Professional Pupil Services License / School Counselor Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Master's degree Postgraduate Training or Coursework: Successful completion of an internship consisting of six hundred contact hours in a school setting. Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): OAE (Ohio Assessments for Educators) 040 School Counselor Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://sboe.ohio.gov/educator-licensure
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Oklahoma | Master of Science in School Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Oklahoma State Department of Education License/Certification Name: Traditional School Counselor Certification Alternative School Counselor Certification Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Traditional - Master's degree in School Counseling Program Alternative - Master's Degree in a school counseling-related field, OR a Master's Degree AND two years of counseling-related work experience Postgraduate Training or Coursework: Alternative - 30 or more counseling-related graduate credit hours, OR 15 or more counseling-related graduate credit hours plus one year of counseling-related work experience, OR three or more years of counseling-related work experience Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): Oklahoma Subject Area Test (OSAT) in School Counseling or Professional School Counselor Praxis Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://sde.ok.gov/counseling-certification
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Oregon | Master of Science in School Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Oregon Teacher Standards and Practices Commission License/Certification Name: Preliminary School Counselor Professional School Counselor Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Preliminary: Master's degree or higher in counseling, education, or related behavioral sciences Professional: Master's degree or higher in behavioral sciences or their derivative therapeutic professions Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: Professional: Five years of school counseling experience at least half-time or more on any nonprovisional license appropriate for the assignment Examination(s): None Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://www.oregon.gov/tspc/LIC/Documents/First%20License%20Personnel.pdf https://www.oregon.gov/tspc/LIC/Pages/First-Time-License.aspx
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Pennsylvania | Master of Science in School Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Pennsylvania Department of Education License/Certification Name: Elementary and Secondary School Counselor (PK-12)/Educational Specialist Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Successful completion of a Department-approved educational specialist preparation program or its equivalent Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): Praxis School Counselor (5422) Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://www.education.pa.gov/Educators/Certification/Staffing%20Guidelines/Pages/CSPG76.aspx
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Puerto Rico | Master of Science in School Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Puerto Rico Department of Education License/Certification Name: School Guidance Counselor (PK-12)* *Must first be licensed in Puerto Rico as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Master’s Degree in Guidance and Counseling or a Master’s Degree in Counseling. Any of these degrees should have been obtained from an institution accredited by the Council on Higher Education of Puerto Rico (CHE) or from an institution of another state or country whose degree is validated by the CHE Postgraduate Training or Coursework: Degree must include courses whose content, combined with practice or internship, covers eight (8) out of ten (10) of the following ten (10) areas of theory: (1) Basic counseling theory (2) Assistance process (3) Human development and dysfunctional behavior (4) Occupational development (5) Group counseling process (6) Assistance and evaluation (7) Social and cultural grounds (8) Theory and practice of investigation (9) Ethical and professional issues (10) Consulting Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): written examination administered and required by the Examining Board. Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://dedigital.dde.pr/?redirect=0
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Republic of Palau | Master of Science in School Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Republic of Palau Ministry of Education License/Certification Name: Unable to determine Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Unable to determine Postgraduate Training or Coursework: Unable to determine Postgraduate Work Experience: Unable to determine Examination(s): Unable to determine Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Undetermined Links: http://moe.epsolutions.pw/
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Republic of the Marshall Islands | Master of Science in School Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Republic of the Marshall Islands Ministry of Education License/Certification Name: Unable to determine Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Unable to determine Postgraduate Training or Coursework: Unable to determine Postgraduate Work Experience: Unable to determine Examination(s): Unable to determine Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Undetermined Links: https://pss.edu.mh/
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Rhode Island | Master of Science in School Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Rhode Island Department of Education - Office of Educator Excellence and Certification Services License/Certification Name: Support Professional-School Counselor Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Advanced degree from a regionally accredited institution and Demonstration of meeting the content competencies as prescribed by the Council for the Accreditation of Counseling and Related Education Programs (CACREP) Postgraduate Training or Coursework: Completion of 300-hour internship Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): School Counselor (5422) Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes
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South Carolina | Master of Science in School Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: South Carolina Department of Education License/Certification Name: School Counselor/Guidance - Elementary (Cert. 86) or Secondary (Cert. 89) Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: a master’s degree and be certified in their area of primary responsibility or be eligible for a certification permit in the area and meet annual permit renewal requirements toward adding the certification field in full Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): School Counselor (5422) Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://ed.sc.gov/educators/teaching-in-south-carolina/ https://ed.sc.gov/educators/certification/required-examinations/22-23/ https://ed.sc.gov/index.cfm?LinkServID=FD75E155-C028-64FF-3F47B3F99F355D88 |
South Dakota | Master of Science in School Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: South Dakota Department of Education License/Certification Name: School Counselor Education Specialist Certificate Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: A preschool - grade 12 school counselor preparation program that meets the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Education Programs (CACREP) standards, 2016 edition. The program shall be accredited by CACREP or meet the current CACREP standards to prove compliance even if not officially recognized; or Master’s degree or higher in counseling Postgraduate Training or Coursework: For Master's degree or higher: one year of supervision by a mentor school counselor that has had three or more years of experience Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): For Master's degree or higher: 5421 Professional School Counselor state-designated test Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://doe.sd.gov/certification/counselor.aspx
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Tennessee | Master of Science in School Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Tennessee Department of Education License/Certification Name: School Services Personnel License - School Counselor Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: 1) advanced degree in school counseling from a regionally accredited college or university; 2)an educator preparation program in school counseling approved by a state other than Tennessee as evidenced by one (1) of the following: – a valid professional level license from a state other than Tennessee; or – a recommendation from the out-of-state educator preparation provider where the educator completed preparation Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): Praxis Professional School Counselor (5421) Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://www.tn.gov/education/educators/licensing/educator-licensure.html https://www.tn.gov/content/tn/education/educators/licensing/educator-licensure/new-to-education.html
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Texas | Master of Science in School Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Texas Education Agency License/Certification Name: Student Services Certificate-School Counselor Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: An approved educator preparation program; Master's degree from an institution of higher education that is accredited by an accrediting agency, as recognized by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: Two years of classroom teaching experience in a public or accredited private school. Examination(s): 252 School Counselor EC-12 TExES Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes https://tea.texas.gov/sites/default/files/ch239a.pdf https://tea.texas.gov/sites/default/files/required-and-replacement-test-chart.pdf
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Utah | Master of Science in School Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Utah State Board of Education License/Certification Name: Professional Educator License - School Counseling Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: A master's degree in school counseling from an institution that is accredited by CACREP Postgraduate Training or Coursework: Utah State Board of Education College and Career Readiness Certificate Program Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): PRAXIS 5421 Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://www.schools.utah.gov/prevention/schoolcounselingprograms/licensing
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Vermont | Master of Science in School Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Vermont Agency of Education License/Certification Name: School Counselor Endorsement (64) Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Master’s degree, with a concentration in school counseling or the equivalent Postgraduate Training or Coursework: A supervised internship experience (600 clock hours) in counseling with a minimum of 60 hours of experience in school counseling at both the elementary (PK-6) AND the middle/secondary level (7-12), under the supervision of a licensed school counselor. Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): Praxis Core Academic Skills for Educators Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://education.vermont.gov/educator-licensure https://education.vermont.gov/educator-licensure/become-a-vermont-educator/testing-requirements
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Virgin Islands | Master of Science in School Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Virgin Islands Department of Education License/Certification Name: Guidance Counselor Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Master's degree including 36 hours in areas related to guidance counseling, and 24 hours in education. Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: Two years of elementary and/or secondary teaching experience in the Virgin Islands Public School System. Examination(s): None Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://vide.vi/documents/human-resources/1017-vocational-board-certification.html
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Virginia | Master of Science in School Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Virginia Department of Education License/Certification Name: School Counselor preK-12 Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Option 1: Master's degree from a regionally accredited college or university in a state-approved school counselor preparation program that includes at least 100 clock hours of internship and practicum experiences in the preK-6 setting and 100 clock hours of internship and practicum experiences in the grades 7-12 setting. Option 2: Master's degree from a regionally accredited college or university and completed an approved school counselor preparation program that includes at least 100 clock hours of internship and practicum experiences in the preK-6 setting and 100 clock hours of internship and practicum experiences in the grades 7-12 setting Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: Option 1: Two years of successful, full-time teaching experience or two years of successful, full-time experience in school counseling in a public or an accredited nonpublic school. Two years of successful, full-time experience in school counseling in a public or an accredited nonpublic school under a nonrenewable Provisional License may be accepted to meet this requirement. Option 2: Two years of successful, full-time teaching experience or two years of successful, full-time experience in school counseling in a public or an accredited nonpublic school. Two years of successful, full-time experience in school counseling in a public or an accredited nonpublic school under a nonrenewable Provisional License may be accepted to meet this requirement. Examination(s): None Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://www.doe.virginia.gov/teaching-learning-assessment/teaching-in-virginia/licensure
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Washington | Master of Science in School Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Washington Professional Educators Standards Board License/Certification Name: Educational Staff Associate, School Counselor Certification (First Tier) Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Master's degree in counseling Postgraduate Training or Coursework: Completion of any state's approved program leading to certification for the school counselor role OR experience ➡ Postgraduate Work Experience: Three years of out of state experience in the school counselor role Examination(s): Relevant National Board of Certified Counselors (NBCC) exam or Praxis II Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes
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West Virginia | Master of Science in School Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: West Virginia Department of Education License/Certification Name: Professional Student Support Certificate Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Option 1: Master's degree in counseling from an accredited IHE and successful completion of an accredited School Counseling Program Option 2: Hold a valid out of state license endorsed in school counseling, and a master's degree in Counseling from an accredited IHE Postgraduate Training or Coursework: If Option 2: A provisional student support cert may be issued to a person who has completed all requirements except verification of completion of a practicum/clinical experience in the prek-12 setting. In lieu, must provide verification of minimum one year of experience working with prek-12 students in the state that issued the license. Postgraduate Work Experience: If out-of-state license: Minimum of three years of successful experience in a public school within the last seven years in counseling and in the state where the license was issued. Examination(s): Praxis II 5421 or 5422 Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://wvde.us/certification/certification-info/
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Wisconsin | Master of Science in School Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction License/Certification Name: Pupil Services License Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Master's degree from approved educator preparation program and an institutional endorsement Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): Praxis II Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://dpi.wi.gov/licensing/pathways-licensure/pupil-services
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Wyoming | Master of Science in School Counseling | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Wyoming Professional Teaching Standards Board License/Certification Name: Standard Educator License with a Professional Services Endorsement for School Counselor Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Master's degree in School Counseling Postgraduate Training or Coursework: Verification of appropriate preparation, training, and experience in the area(s) of specialization and at the grade levels for the endorsement(s) being sought. Acceptable verification shall be an institutional recommendation from an accredited institution of higher education, verifying successful completion of an approved program and a passing score on an approved test for endorsement areas requiring testing. Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): Praxis 5421 or no test if adding endorsement via an institutional recommendation Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://wyomingptsb.com/licensure/additional-school-personnel/
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Alabama | Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Alabama State Department of Education License/Certification Name: Alabama Professional Educator Certificate: Elementary Education (P-12) Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Alabama professional educator certification is offered on the basis of valid professional educator certificates issued by other states, and only if the professional educator certificate issued by another state is in an area, at a grade level, and at a degree level in which Alabama offers comparable professional certification. Professional Educator Certificates: Class B: Bachelor's degree level Class A: Master's degree level program of at least 30 semester hours of graduate credit in a teaching field or instructional support area. Class AA: Planned sixth-year program of at least 30 semester hours of graduate credit, which may result in an education specialist degree. Postgraduate Training or Coursework: Class B: valid professional educator certificate from another state or DoDEA in an area which Alabama offers comparable certification at Class B level; and nine semester hours of graduate credit with grades of B or above earned from an Alabama institution with State-approved programs Postgraduate Work Experience: Supplemental EXP form verifying appropriate professional educational work experience must be submitted for an instructional support area certificate (i.e. an area of educational administration, library media, school counseling, school psychometry, school psychology, sport management, or supervision). Examination(s): AECAP (Alabama Educator Certification Assessment Program), Praxis II Subject Assessment, and Pearson performance assessment. Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes
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Alabama | Master of Arts in Teaching – Elementary Education | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Alabama State Department of Education License/Certification Name: Alabama Professional Educator Certificate: Elementary Education (P-12) Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Alabama professional educator certification is offered on the basis of valid professional educator certificates issued by other states, and only if the professional educator certificate issued by another state is in an area, at a grade level, and at a degree level in which Alabama offers comparable professional certification. Professional Educator Certificates: Class B: Bachelor's degree level Class A: Master's degree level program of at least 30 semester hours of graduate credit in a teaching field or instructional support area. Class AA: Planned sixth-year program of at least 30 semester hours of graduate credit, which may result in an education specialist degree. Postgraduate Training or Coursework: Class B: valid professional educator certificate from another state or DoDEA in an area which Alabama offers comparable certification at Class B level; and nine semester hours of graduate credit with grades of B or above earned from an Alabama institution with State-approved programs Postgraduate Work Experience: Supplemental EXP form verifying appropriate professional educational work experience must be submitted for an instructional support area certificate (i.e. an area of educational administration, library media, school counseling, school psychometry, school psychology, sport management, or supervision). Examination(s): AECAP (Alabama Educator Certification Assessment Program), Praxis II Subject Assessment, and Pearson performance assessment. Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes
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Alabama | Master of Arts in Teaching - Special Education (K-Age 21) | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Alabama State Department of Education License/Certification Name: Alabama Professional Educator Certificate: Special Education Areas (P-12) Excluding Gifted Education - Class A Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Class B: Hold at least an earned bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited senior institution; Be issued only in teaching fields listed in the current edition of the Subject and Personnel Codes of the Alabama State Department of Education Class A:Master's degree level program of at least 30 semester hours of graduate credit in a teaching field or instructional support area. Class AA: Complete a planned sixth-year program at a regionally accredited senior institution. Program completion may result in an education specialist or higher degree Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: A master’s degree level state-approved P-12 educator preparation program or a sixth-year/education specialist level state-approved P-12 educator preparation program in the area of Alabama certification being offered must be verified on Supplement VER and must have contained at least 30 semester hours of graduate credit. The transcript must post a major in the teaching field or instructional support area at the degree level of the program. However, if by institutional policy a major is not posted in the teaching field or instructional support area, verification of having earned at least 12 semester hours of discipline-specific graduate credit in the teaching field or instructional support area are required. The 12 semester hours of graduate credit may not include credit for an internship, practicum, student teaching, or lab experiences. This credit must have been earned prior to the date of program completion and must not have been applied to the prior issuance of an Alabama certificate in any area Examination(s): Praxis Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes
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Alabama | Master of Science in Education- Educational Leadership and Administration | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Alabama State Department of Education License/Certification Name: Professional Leadership Certificate (career and technical administrator, educational administrator, instructional leader, principal, superintendent, superintendent-principal, supervisor) - Class A, Class AA Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Professional Leadership Certificate: Class A: Master's degree level program of at least 30 semester hours of graduate credit. Class AA: Planned sixth year program of at least 30 semester hours of graduate credit, which may result in an education specialist degree. Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: A master’s degree level state-approved P-12 educator preparation program or a sixth-year/education specialist level state-approved P-12 educator preparation program in the area of Alabama certification being offered must be verified on Supplement VER and must have contained at least 30 semester hours of graduate credit. The transcript must post a major in the teaching field or instructional support area at the degree level of the program. However, if by institutional policy a major is not posted in the teaching field or instructional support area, verification of having earned at least 12 semester hours of discipline-specific graduate credit in the teaching field or instructional support area are required. The 12 semester hours of graduate credit may not include credit for an internship, practicum, student teaching, or lab experiences. This credit must have been earned prior to the date of program completion and must not have been applied to the prior issuance of an Alabama certificate in any area Examination(s): Praxis Educational Leadership: Administration and Supervision exam (5412) Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes
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Alabama | Education Specialist in Educational Leadership and Administration | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Alabama State Department of Education License/Certification Name: Professional Leadership Certificate (career and technical administrator, educational administrator, instructional leader, principal, superintendent, superintendent-principal, supervisor) - Class A, Class AA Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Professional Leadership Certificate: Class A: Master's degree level program of at least 30 semester hours of graduate credit. Class AA: Planned sixth year program of at least 30 semester hours of graduate credit, which may result in an education specialist degree. Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: A master’s degree level state-approved P-12 educator preparation program or a sixth-year/education specialist level state-approved P-12 educator preparation program in the area of Alabama certification being offered must be verified on Supplement VER and must have contained at least 30 semester hours of graduate credit. The transcript must post a major in the teaching field or instructional support area at the degree level of the program. However, if by institutional policy a major is not posted in the teaching field or instructional support area, verification of having earned at least 12 semester hours of discipline-specific graduate credit in the teaching field or instructional support area are required. The 12 semester hours of graduate credit may not include credit for an internship, practicum, student teaching, or lab experiences. This credit must have been earned prior to the date of program completion and must not have been applied to the prior issuance of an Alabama certificate in any area Examination(s): Praxis Educational Leadership: Administration and Supervision exam (5412) Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes
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Alabama | Master of Science in Education- Educational Leadership and Administration | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Alabama State Department of Education License/Certification Name: Alabama Professional Educator Certificate: Principal (P6, 6-12, or P-12) Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Earned Master's degree from a regionally accredited senior institution and completion of a State-approved approach to certification. Meet requirements for certification in career and technical administrator, educational administrator, principal, superintendent, or supervisor only through the certificate issued by another state approach Meeting requirements for certification in career and technical administrator, educational administrator, principal, superintendent, and supervisor leads to the issuance of the Professional Leadership Certificate Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: Applicants for certification in career and technical administrator, educational administrator, principal, superintendent, or supervision through the certificate issued by another state approach must verify three full years of full-time professional educational work experience in a P-12 school system(s) which must include at least one full year of full-time classroom teaching experience. Examination(s): Praxis Educational Leadership: Administration and Supervision exam (5412) Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes
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Alabama | Education Specialist in Educational Leadership and Administration | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Alabama State Department of Education License/Certification Name: Alabama Professional Educator Certificate: Principal (P6, 6-12, or P-12) Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Earned Master's degree from a regionally accredited senior institution and completion of a State-approved approach to certification. Meet requirements for certification in career and technical administrator, educational administrator, principal, superintendent, or supervisor only through the certificate issued by another state approach Meeting requirements for certification in career and technical administrator, educational administrator, principal, superintendent, and supervisor leads to the issuance of the Professional Leadership Certificate Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: Applicants for certification in career and technical administrator, educational administrator, principal, superintendent, or supervision through the certificate issued by another state approach must verify three full years of full-time professional educational work experience in a P-12 school system(s) which must include at least one full year of full-time classroom teaching experience. Examination(s): Praxis Educational Leadership: Administration and Supervision exam (5412) Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes
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Alaska | Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Alaska Department of Education & Early Development License/Certification Name: Initial Out-of-State Teacher Certificate Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: At least a baccalaureate degree from an IHE accredited by a recognized regional accrediting association; and standard licensure in another state Postgraduate Training or Coursework: The initial certificate is valid for one year and can be renewed twice for a total of three years. To convert it to a professional certificate, graduates must complete 3 semester credits of Alaska Studies and 3 semester credits of Alaska Multiculturism via an approved, in-state provider. Postgraduate Work Experience: Two years of certified teaching experience. An out-of-state teacher who has been issued a teacher certificate under this section shall complete the education requirements under AS 14.20.020(h) within two years, and complete the training requirements under AS 14.20.020(k) within 90 days, after the date the teacher certificate was issued. If the teacher does not complete the education requirements within that two-year period or the training requirements within that 90-day period, the department shall immediately revoke the teacher's teacher certificate. Examination(s): Praxis Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://education.alaska.gov/teachercertification/certification/initial
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Alaska | Master of Arts in Teaching – Elementary Education | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Alaska Department of Education & Early Development License/Certification Name: Initial Out-of-State Teacher Certificate Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: At least a baccalaureate degree from an IHE accredited by a recognized regional accrediting association; and standard licensure in another state Postgraduate Training or Coursework: The initial certificate is valid for one year and can be renewed twice for a total of three years. To convert it to a professional certificate, graduates must complete 3 semester credits of Alaska Studies and 3 semester credits of Alaska Multiculturism via an approved, in-state provider. Postgraduate Work Experience: Two years of certified teaching experience. An out-of-state teacher who has been issued a teacher certificate under this section shall complete the education requirements under AS 14.20.020(h) within two years, and complete the training requirements under AS 14.20.020(k) within 90 days, after the date the teacher certificate was issued. If the teacher does not complete the education requirements within that two-year period or the training requirements within that 90-day period, the department shall immediately revoke the teacher's teacher certificate. Examination(s): Praxis Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://education.alaska.gov/teachercertification/certification/initial
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Alaska | Master of Arts in Teaching - Special Education (K-Age 21) | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Alaska Department of Education & Early Development License/Certification Name: Initial Out-of-State Teacher Certificate - Special Education Endorsement Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: in addition to meeting other requirements for teacher certification, completion of an approved teacher training program in special education Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: None Examination(s): Unknown Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://education.alaska.gov/teachercertification/certification/teaching-certificates
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Alaska | Master of Science in Education- Educational Leadership and Administration | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Alaska Department of Education & Early Development License/Certification Name: Initial Administrator Certificate (Type B): Principal Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Completion of a Master's degree or higher from a regionally accredited university Completion of a state-approved Administrative program Postgraduate Training or Coursework: The Initial Administrative Certificate is a two-year certificate. Within two years from the date of application was received by the Teacher Certification Office, you must be eligible to apply for a five-year Regular Administrative certificate. In order to be eligible for a five-year cert you must show completion of three semester hours of approved Alaska studies and 3 semester hours of approved Alaska Multiculturalism. Postgraduate Work Experience: Three years full-time equivalency certified Teaching or Special Service Provider experience. Examination(s): Unknown Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://education.alaska.gov/teachercertification/certification/administrative-certificates
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Alaska | Education Specialist in Educational Leadership and Administration | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Alaska Department of Education & Early Development License/Certification Name: Initial Administrator Certificate (Type B): Principal Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Completion of a Master's degree or higher from a regionally accredited university Completion of a state-approved Administrative program Postgraduate Training or Coursework: The Initial Administrative Certificate is a two-year certificate. Within two years from the date of application was received by the Teacher Certification Office, you must be eligible to apply for a five-year Regular Administrative certificate. In order to be eligible for a five-year cert you must show completion of three semester hours of approved Alaska studies and 3 semester hours of approved Alaska Multiculturalism. Postgraduate Work Experience: Three years full-time equivalency certified Teaching or Special Service Provider experience. Examination(s): Unknown Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://education.alaska.gov/teachercertification/certification/administrative-certificates https://education.alaska.gov/TeacherCertification/forms/Initial-Administrative-Checklist.docx
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Arizona | Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Arizona Department of Education License/Certification Name: Standard Professional Educator Certificate: K-8 Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Standard Professional Educator Certificate: K-8: A bachelor's degree; completion of a teacher prep program in elementary education from a Board-approved educator prep program or from an accredited institution offering similar training addressing the following topics: (45 hours or 3 semester hours of instruction in research-based systematic phonics, including language and literacy development; 45 hours or 3 semester hours of research-based instructional strategies for delivering differentiated reading instruction, assessment, intervention and remediation to support readers of varying ages and ability levels, including students with dyslexia; developmentally appropriate instructional delivery, facilitation and methodologies for teaching language, math, science, social studies and the arts; instructional design and lesson planning, including modifications, and accommodations; the learning environment, including classroom mgmt; assessing, monitoring and reporting progress; teaching students with exceptionalities; professional responsibility and ethical conduct); and 12 weeks of capstone experience in K-8 which may be completed during the valid period of a teaching intern or student teaching intern certificate. One year of verified fulltime teaching experience in K-8 may be substituted for capstone. Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: Applicants can meet the requirements for coursework in the topics in column D with the submission of an application for the Standard Professional Elementary certificate that includes evidence of two years of verified full-time teaching experience in K-8 and Board-approved or accredited training or coursework which teaches the knowledge and skills in column D. Examination(s): Professional Knowledge Exam Requirement: Arizona Exam, or Out-of-State Exam, or 3 years of full-time teaching experience in any state in K-8. Subject Knowledge Exam Requirement: Arizona Exam, Out-of-State Exam, Degree in Elementary Education from an accredited institution, or verification of 3 years of full-time teaching experience in any state in a self-contained K-8 classroom. Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://www.azed.gov/educator-certification/forms-and-information/reciprocity
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Arizona | Master of Arts in Teaching – Elementary Education | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Arizona Department of Education License/Certification Name: Standard Professional Educator Certificate: K-8 Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Standard Professional Educator Certificate: K-8: A bachelor's degree; completion of a teacher prep program in elementary education from a Board-approved educator prep program or from an accredited institution offering similar training addressing the following topics: (45 hours or 3 semester hours of instruction in research-based systematic phonics, including language and literacy development; 45 hours or 3 semester hours of research-based instructional strategies for delivering differentiated reading instruction, assessment, intervention and remediation to support readers of varying ages and ability levels, including students with dyslexia; developmentally appropriate instructional delivery, facilitation and methodologies for teaching language, math, science, social studies and the arts; instructional design and lesson planning, including modifications, and accommodations; the learning environment, including classroom mgmt; assessing, monitoring and reporting progress; teaching students with exceptionalities; professional responsibility and ethical conduct); and 12 weeks of capstone experience in K-8 which may be completed during the valid period of a teaching intern or student teaching intern certificate. One year of verified fulltime teaching experience in K-8 may be substituted for capstone. Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: Applicants can meet the requirements for coursework in the topics in column D with the submission of an application for the Standard Professional Elementary certificate that includes evidence of two years of verified full-time teaching experience in K-8 and Board-approved or accredited training or coursework which teaches the knowledge and skills in column D. Examination(s): Professional Knowledge Exam Requirement: Arizona Exam, or Out-of-State Exam, or 3 years of full-time teaching experience in any state in K-8. Subject Knowledge Exam Requirement: Arizona Exam, Out-of-State Exam, Degree in Elementary Education from an accredited institution, or verification of 3 years of full-time teaching experience in any state in a self-contained K-8 classroom. Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://www.azed.gov/educator-certification/forms-and-information/reciprocity
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Arizona | Master of Arts in Teaching - Special Education (K-Age 21) | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Arizona Department of Education License/Certification Name: Standard Professional Educator Certificate: Mild/Moderate Disabilities - Grade K-12 Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: A bachelor's degree and one of the following: Completion of a teacher prep program in special education from an accredited institution which included courses in the instruction and behavior mgmt of students with mild/moderate disabilities; or 45 semester hours education courses which teach the standards described in R7-2-602, including a minimum of 37 semester hours of special education courses and eight semester hours of practicum with students with mild/moderate disabilities. Special education courses shall include foundations of special education, legal aspects, effective collaboration and communication practices, research-based instruction in mathematics, research-based instruction in English language arts, classroom management and behavior analysis, assessment and eligibility, language development and disorders, and electives. Postgraduate Training or Coursework: None Postgraduate Work Experience: Two years of verified teaching experience in mild/moderate special education, grades K through 12 may substitute for the eight semester hours of practicum. Examination(s): Professional Knowledge Exam Requirement: Arizona Exam, or Out-of-State Exam, or 3 years of full-time teaching experience in any state in K-8. Subject Knowledge Exam Requirement: Arizona Exam, Out-of-State Exam, Degree in Elementary Education from an accredited institution, or verification of 3 years of full-time teaching experience in any state in a self-contained K-8 classroom. Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://www.azed.gov/node/27096
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Arizona | Master of Science in Education- Educational Leadership and Administration | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Arizona Department of Education License/Certification Name: Administrative Certificate: Principal preK-12 Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Master's or more advanced degree from an accredited institution Postgraduate Training or Coursework: Completion of a program in educational administration for principals, including at least 30 graduate semester hours of educational administration courses to include three credit hours in school law and three credit hours in school finance, and one of the following: official transcript from an accredited institution documenting a practicum as principal, or verification of 2 years of experience as a principal or assistant principal under the supervision of a certified principal in PreK-12. Postgraduate Work Experience: Three years of full-time teaching experience in PreK-Grade 12 Examination(s): Principal Exam: A passing score on the Arizona Educator Proficiency Assessment (AEPA) Principal Subtests I and II exam (AZ181 and AZ281); -OR- Superintendent Exam: A passing score on the Arizona Educator Proficiency Assessment (AEPA) Superintendent Subtest I and II exam (AZ180 and AZ280); -OR- Administrative Experience: Verification of three (3) years of full-time experience as an administrator in any state, including Arizona. Note: Experience as an administrator in a foreign school will not be accepted; -OR- Comparable Exam: A passing score on a similar Administrator exam from another state. Submit an official score report and have reporting state complete and submit Verification of Out of State Exams. Note: If you took a Praxis exam, submit a copy of the exam score report request that your scores be reported to the state of Arizona 8517, in place of the Verification of Out of State Exam form. Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://www.azed.gov/node/27181
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Arizona | Education Specialist in Educational Leadership and Administration | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Arizona Department of Education License/Certification Name: Administrative Certificate: Principal preK-12 Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Master's or more advanced degree from an accredited institution Postgraduate Training or Coursework: Completion of a program in educational administration for principals, including at least 30 graduate semester hours of educational administration courses to include three credit hours in school law and three credit hours in school finance, and one of the following: official transcript from an accredited institution documenting a practicum as principal, or verification of 2 years of experience as a principal or assistant principal under the supervision of a certified principal in PreK-12. Postgraduate Work Experience: Three years of full-time teaching experience in PreK-Grade 12 Examination(s): Principal Exam: A passing score on the Arizona Educator Proficiency Assessment (AEPA) Principal Subtests I and II exam (AZ181 and AZ281); -OR- Superintendent Exam: A passing score on the Arizona Educator Proficiency Assessment (AEPA) Superintendent Subtest I and II exam (AZ180 and AZ280); -OR- Administrative Experience: Verification of three (3) years of full-time experience as an administrator in any state, including Arizona. Note: Experience as an administrator in a foreign school will not be accepted; -OR- Comparable Exam: A passing score on a similar Administrator exam from another state. Submit an official score report and have reporting state complete and submit Verification of Out of State Exams. Note: If you took a Praxis exam, submit a copy of the exam score report request that your scores be reported to the state of Arizona 8517, in place of the Verification of Out of State Exam form. Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://www.azed.gov/node/27181
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Arkansas | Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Arkansas Division of Elementary & Secondary Education License/Certification Name: Standard Teaching License, Elementary (K-8) Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Candidates from out of state that have completed a teacher education program and hold an initial or provisional teaching license shall meet the following requirements for their Arkansas three-year initial teaching license: completion of a teacher preparation program with a minimum of a bachelor's degree (Master's degree when required), from an institution of higher education that is regionally accredited or that holds national accreditation recognized by the U.S. Department of Education, or that is state approved. The specific program, as well as the institution shall meet this criteria. Postgraduate Training or Coursework: Candidates shall successfully complete the three-hour, college level, Arkansas History course when required. Postgraduate Work Experience: three years licensed teaching experience, if applicable Examination(s): Out-of-state applicants for teacher licensure whose current license was granted without a specialty area assessment or who cannot document at least three years of teaching experience shall take and pass the Praxis II Specialty Area Test for all areas of standard licensure and endorsements and the Praxis II Principles of Learning and Teaching for one of their levels of teacher licensure. Required assessments for Arkansas licensure through reciprocity shall be waived upon providing the following documentation: Valid out-of-state teaching license as a teacher, administrator, librarian, counselor or in other compatible licensure areas as identified in the areas and levels of licensure as adopted by the State Board of Education. Three years of teaching experience as documented on school district, agency or organization letterhead. OR Score report reflecting a passing score for the Specialty Area Assessment(s) required for the out-of-state teaching license (OR) written verification from the licensing agency that the required Specialty Area Assessment(s) for licensure were successfully completed. Program Meets Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Yes Links: https://dese.ade.arkansas.gov/Offices/educator-effectiveness/licensure/licensure-by-reciprocity
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Arkansas | Master of Arts in Teaching – Elementary Education | State Info | Credentialing Entity: Arkansas Division of Elementary & Secondary Education License/Certification Name: Standard Teaching License, Elementary (K-8) Minimum Educational Pre-Requisites: Candidates from out of state that have completed a teacher education program and hold an initial or provisional teaching license shall meet the following requirements for their Arkansas three-year initial teaching license: completion of a teacher preparation program with a minimum of a bachelor's degree (Master's degree when required), from an institution of higher education that is regionally accredited or that holds national accreditation recognized by the U.S. Department of Education, or that is state approved. The specific program, as well as the institution shall meet this criteria. Postgraduate Training or Coursework: Candidates shall successfully complete the three-hour, college level, Arkansas History course when required. Postgraduate Work Experience: three years licensed teaching experience, if applicable Examination(s): Out-of-state applicants for teacher licensure whose current license was granted without a specialty area assessment or who cannot document at least three years of teaching experience shall take and pass the Praxis II Specialty Area Test for all areas of standard licensure and endorsements and the Praxis II Principles of Learning and Teaching for one of their levels of teacher licensure. Required assessments for Arkansas licensure through reciprocity shall be waived upon providing the following documentation: Valid out-of-state teaching license a |