Professional Associations
Professional Associations
Professional associations exist for just about every industry and profession. They offer a variety of benefits to you when exploring careers, searching for practicum and internship sites and jobs, and continuing your education for maintaining licensure. Specific benefits of many associations include:
- Industry information (i.e. trends, product development, key leaders) Counseling learners are required to join the appropriate professional association as a student member to obtain professional liability insurance prior to starting practicum. Student membership is affordable, provides you with access to professional publications, and provides you with opportunities for involvement in the profession through attendance at professional conferences and engagement in professional activities.
- Legislative updates
- Membership directories
- Networking opportunities
- Continuing education
- Job listings
- Clinical supervisor information
- Publications including academic journals and newsletters
- Malpractice insurance
Invest in yourself by reading Making the Most of Your Professional Association Membership prior to paying your dues.
List of Suggested Professional Associations
- Licensed Professional Counselor:
- American Counseling Association (ACA)
- Divisions, Regions and Branches
- American Mental Health Counselors Association (AMHCA)
- Marriage & Family Therapist
- Addictions Counselor
- International Association of Addictions and Offender Counselors
- National Association of Alcohol Drug Abuse Counselors (ACA)
- School Counselor
- School Psychologist
- Licensed Psychologist
- Licensed Social Worker
- Psychological Associate
Capella University cannot guarantee licensure, certification, or endorsement. State regulations vary regarding professional licensure and salary benefits. It is learners' responsibility to understand and comply with requirements for their state.