Assessment Description 1 Review the state certification requirements for a school counselor in the state of Arizona, or the state where you plan on working. In your own words, discuss the requirement

Assessment Description 1Review the state certification requirements for a school counselor in the state of Arizona, or the state where you plan on working. In your own words, discuss the requirements, your ability to meet them, and a basic timeline for certification in your field. Include the source for your specific state in your response.  My state is North Carolina 

This discussion question is informed by the following CACREP Standard:

2.F.1.g. Professional counseling credentialing, including certification, licensure, and accreditation practices and standards, and the effects of public policy on these issues.

Assessment Description 2

School counselors are leaders and advocates. In what ways does being involved in a professional organization, such as ASCA, help school counselors be strong leaders and advocates within their schools and communities?

This discussion question is informed by the following CACREP Standards:

2.F.1.d. The role and process of the professional counselor advocating on behalf of the profession.

5.G.2.a. School counselor roles as leaders, advocates, and systems change agents in P-12 schools.