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How to Get Licensed as a Counselor il

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How to Get Licensed as a Counselor il
How to Get Licensed as a Counselor il

If you want to get licensed as a counselor il, you have to understand exactly what that means. A licensed counselor is a licensed clinical professional counselor (LCPC) that has a title that is more professional and denotes someone who has a little more experience than just a normal professional counselor. Usually, an additional 2 years of supervised work experience is needed, as well as a separate licensing exam. If you want to get licensed as a counselor il, please read the steps below.

Difficulty: Easy
Instructions
  1. Step 1

    Note that in order to get licensed as a counselor il, you will need at least a master's degree from an accredited University. You can find information about this in the resources links below.

  2. Step 2

    Find an accredited University or College where you can educate yourself about being a counselor il. In order to get your license, you will have to take an exam, and the best way is to gain experience through education. Plus, it's necessary.

  3. Step 3

    In addition, you'll need to acquire between 2,000 to 3,000 hours of supervised work experience AND pass an exam. If you know anyone who is at the level at which you are striving for (a licensed counselor il), become their apprentice and let them supervise your work if possible.

  4. Step 4

    Check with your particular state for any further requirements to get your license and take your exam.

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on 1/16/2009 Great information to know. Many people do not realize all of the steps it takes and the hoops to jump through to accomplish this feat. Thanks for the insight.

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on 1/4/2009 I think I would really like being a counselor and helping people to change their lives.Thanks for How to Get Licensed as a Counselor

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on 12/24/2008 Great info! Thanks.

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on 12/16/2008 Good information, thanks!

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