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Step 1
Earn a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited university, preferably in a social science field.
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Step 2
Complete a 60 semester-hour or 90 quarter-hour program culminating in the minimum of a master's degree in counseling or a similar field. The degree program must include a 100-hour supervised practicum and a 600-hour supervised internship.
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Step 3
Complete 3,600 hours of supervised clinical experience with a certified clinical supervisor. Supervisors must be employed as licensed professional counselors in Pennsylvania and have at least five years of experience.
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Step 4
Pay the licensing fee and pass the National Counseling Exam or similar qualifying exam.
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Step 5
Submit two recommendation forms from professional counselors familiar with your work and a signed affirmation verifying all licensing requirements have been met to the State Board of Social Workers, Marriage and Family Therapists and Professional Counselors.
