Assessment Description Complete the "Counseling Analysis" attachment to gain an overview of licensure resources and specific state requirements. Please refer to the "Graduate Field Experience Manual"

Clinical Mental Health Counseling Orientation Video

Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling Program Introduction

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1. Referring to the "Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling Program Introduction" video, what does the mission of the counseling program mean to you?

1. There are nine program objectives listed in the orientation video. Select one of the objectives and discuss how it pertains to you.

1. According to the orientation video, what is the name of the code of ethics to which clinical mental health counselors in training need to adhere?

1. What are three ways the orientation video was helpful to you to understand the program in which you are currently enrolled? Are you aware that you can contact your student counselor or college administration with any questions?

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1. How and when would you begin to search for your practicum and internship site?

1. What steps would you take to secure a practicum and internship site?

1. What are two questions you currently have about practicum and internship?

1. After reviewing your state board licensing requirements, do the following:

• Identify the number of required practicum hours.

• List how many practicum and internship hours are required by your state.

• List how many practicum and internship hours are required by GCU.

1. What is the difference between direct and indirect hours? How many will you need of each during the practicum and the following internship courses?

1. What documentation do you need to have in place before you begin your practicum and internship?

1. Summarize the goals that you would like to achieve by the time you complete the internship experience.

1. List at least three of the largest behavioral health resources in your area. Do any of these offer internships for counselors in training?

Licensure

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1. What licenses does your behavioral health board provide for counseling?

1. What are three main differences between two of these licenses provided by the board?

1. Are there tiered levels between dependent to independent licensure in your state (such as LAC to LPC, LPC to LCPC, or counseling intern to LMHC)? What are the differences between the two tiers in your state?

1. What does it take in your state to be a specialist in your field? (i.e., addiction, trauma)

1. What is an endorsement/reciprocal license? Briefly discuss endorsement/reciprocal licensure in your state.

Personal Professional Plan

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What is your goal to practice mental health counseling (i.e., community- based organizations, nonprofit entities, hospitals). What would you need to consider in developing a plan of action?