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Alternative Routes to Certification -
School Counseling Program
     
     
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Eligibility Requirements:

  • Have a master's degree in counseling or related field
  • Meet five of the 8 competency areas described by CACREP
  • Have completed a clinical practicum during your master's degree
  • Have 5 years of significant professional counseling experience
  • Admission Requirements:

    Dispositions:Candidate will exhibit ability to:
  • Identify with a diverse student population
  • Perceive that all children are able to learn and grow
  • Place the welfare of children above other elements in educational systems
  • Take a larger view of education to prepare a productive and well-adjusted citizenry



  • Application Process FOR the
     Alternative certification IN
    SCHOOL counseling program

  • Interview with the Alternative Certification Specialist
  • Apply for Graduate School
  • Complete the Counseling Department admission packet
  • Referred to the Department Alternative Program Certification Committee for review and recommendation for program admission
  • Recommended to the College Alternative Program Certification Committee for approval for admission to the program
  • Completing all coursework assigned by the Department Alternative Program Certification Committee
  • Completing internship while employed by a school district

  • For General Information On The 
    Alternative Route To Certification In
    School Counseling Program
    Please Link To The Following

    What is alternative certification in school counseling?

    Counseling Department  And  Virtual Handbook 

     




    Kim Alexander
    Alternative Certification Specialist
    Bert Combs 423
    521 Lancaster Avenue
    Richmond, KY 40475
    (859) 622-8326
    Fax: (859) 622-1831
    Email: Kim Alexander

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