2.
An applicant for PCC licensure must satisfy the
following criteria:
An
applicant for PCC licensure must satisfy the following criteria:
Has earned a masters degree in Counseling from an accredited institution
of higher education, which includes a minimum of 60 semester hours
of graduate coursework with 20 semester or 30 quarter hours in
the clinical content areas. Must complete 3000 hours of post PC
experience (2 years) under the supervision of a PCC who holds
the supervising counselor with the Board. This supervision must
include the diagnosis and treatment of mental & emotional
disorders at least 50% of the PCs time. At the end of the experience
you and your supervisor will need to report the hours on the evaluation
and verification form. Must have one Clinical Field Evaluation
Form completed by the supervisor who best knows your clinical
skills. Previously have passed the - Professional Counselor Licensure
Exam - PCLE. Effective February 1, 2006 pass the NBCC NCMHCE Examination.
Submit a complete application.
3.
How do I know if my degree will be accepted in Ohio?
You submit a request for an application with your transcript and
you will either be approved for examination, if you have not been
previously licensed, or you will receive a denial letter with
a list of deficiencies needed for examination or licensure. You
should also submit a course worksheet available at this link:
Course Worksheet
4. What examination is required?
The Board has contracted with the National Board for Certified
Counselors (NBCC) to administer the NNCE and NCMHCE. The Board
does not endorse any examination preparation courses. However,
there are several companies who have indicated that they have
materials. Please call the board office (614) 466-0912 for current
companies offering these materials.
5. How do I request the examination materials?
A written request should be submitted to the Board office along
with a photocopy of your transcript showing your degree conferred.
If you are enrolled in your final coursework, you may request
an examination packet to be mailed by having a letter forwarded
to the board from your school stating you are enrolled in your
final coursework. Once you have been approved to take the examination
an eligibility letter will be mailed to you which will expire
six months from the date it was issued.
6. Where are the examination locations?
Tests
are offered the 1st week of every month in Cleveland, Cincinnati
and Columbus.
7.
How long can I remain a counselor trainee?
The title counselor trainee may only be used by individuals enrolled
in a practicum or internship and holding an active CT registration
as shown on the Board's online verification system.
8. What if I am licensed in another state?
The Ohio Counselor, Social Worker and Marriage and Family Therapist
Board has no reciprocal agreements with any other state board.
If you are licensed in another state and wish to become licensed
in Ohio, you may apply under endorsement. Please see rule 4757-13-06
and request an application via email, fax or phone call and complete
a course worksheet available at this link: Course
Worksheet
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