Abstract:This article features a model program of study for entry-level students pursuing a degree in community-agency counseling. The authors provide a review of professional literature concerning accreditation and perceived obstacles that may hinder faculty efforts toward pursuing accreditation. The authors address these perceived obstacles by observing that many programs in community-agency counseling may be close to meeting the accreditation standards as set forth in the American Personnel and Guidance Association'… Show more
“…Therefore, the existing distinction in required graduate hours between the CC (48 semester hours) and MHC (So semester hours) programs could be resolved by requiring all emphases to feature 60 semester-hour preparation programs. Suggestions of this nature for programs in the CC have already been made in the professional literature (Wilcoxon & Cecil, 1985).…”
Section: Commu1jity Yehtal Health Counseling: Emphases An0 Opportunitiesmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…The combination of required common-core courses and foundational courses would account for 45-48 semester hours of a program, with the remaining 12-15 semester hours representing elective study for a specific emphasis area. In this regard Wilcoxon and Cecil (1985) advocated a preparation program featuring elective study in topical areas that would enhance a student's preparation for supervised practicum and internship placements and subsequent employment.…”
This article features a discussion of an alternative program of study designed to integrate the existing accredited entry‐level programs in Community Counseling and Mental Health Counseling.
“…Therefore, the existing distinction in required graduate hours between the CC (48 semester hours) and MHC (So semester hours) programs could be resolved by requiring all emphases to feature 60 semester-hour preparation programs. Suggestions of this nature for programs in the CC have already been made in the professional literature (Wilcoxon & Cecil, 1985).…”
Section: Commu1jity Yehtal Health Counseling: Emphases An0 Opportunitiesmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…The combination of required common-core courses and foundational courses would account for 45-48 semester hours of a program, with the remaining 12-15 semester hours representing elective study for a specific emphasis area. In this regard Wilcoxon and Cecil (1985) advocated a preparation program featuring elective study in topical areas that would enhance a student's preparation for supervised practicum and internship placements and subsequent employment.…”
This article features a discussion of an alternative program of study designed to integrate the existing accredited entry‐level programs in Community Counseling and Mental Health Counseling.
In this article the author considers the effect of the 1988 CACREP Standards on potential entry‐level students who want to study part‐time and experienced counselors who want doctoral programs.
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