Therapist
Licensing
Requirements
2013
Compiled for the University of Denver Graduate School of Professional Psychology
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Table of Contents
Introduction…………….1
Minnesota...............53
Washington………….102
Alabama………………….3
Mississippi……………..55
West Virginia……….104
Alaska…………….……….5
Missouri…………………58
Wisconsin….…………106
Arizona……………………7
Montana………………..59
Wyoming……………..108
Arkansas………………..10
Nebraska……….……….61
California……………….12
Nevada…….…………….64
Colorado………………..14
New Hampshire….….66
Connecticut……………16
New Jersey…………….68
Delaware……………….18
New Mexico…………..70
District of Columbia.20
New York……………….72
Florida……………………22
North Carolina……….74
Georgia………………….24
North Dakota…………76
Hawaii……………………26
Ohio………………….……78
Idaho……………………..28
Oklahoma………..…….80
Illinois…………………….30
Oregon…………….…….82
Indiana…………………..32
Pennsylvania......…….84
Iowa……………………….34
Rhode Island………….86
Kansas………………..….36
South Carolina……….88
Kentucky………………..39
South Dakota…………90
Louisiana…...............41
Tennessee……………..92
Maine.......................43
Texas……………………..94
Maryland.................47
Utah…..………………….96
Massachusetts….……49
Vermont…………………98
Michigan………………..51
Virginia…................100
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Introduction
How to Use This Guide
This guide offers general information on counselor licensure requirements in the United
States. This information was accurate as of August 2013, but some states update their
codes more frequently than others and it is wise to double-check. Each fact sheet
provides contact information for the agency responsible for counselor licensure, a list of
requirements for licensure, special information such as fees (if available), a breakdown
of educational requirements, and links for further information.
National Certification
Some states allow applicants with professional certification to shortcut through the
licensure process. Note that certification is not a license to practice. Organizations such
as the National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC) offer certification for applicants
that meet certain requirements. The NBCC requires a graduate degree in counseling or
closely-related field from a regionally-accredited institution, 3,000 hours of counseling
experience and 100 hours of post-degree supervision over 2 years, and a passing score
on the National Counselor Examination (NCE).
Even if a state does not require certification prior to state licensure, most states require
that candidates for licensure take the NCE or the National Clinical Mental Health
Counseling Examination (NCMHCE). Taking the NCE or the NCMHCE requires that a
letter from the licensing agency be submitted to the NBCC. If you have not taken the
required test prior to application for licensure, a test registration form will either be
issued to you by the licensing body or included in the application, and you will need to
pay a registration fee. For more information on the NBCC, NCE, or NCMHCE, please visit
http://www.nbcc.org.
Licensure
In the United States, every state legislature has put forth its own set of requirements for
practice as a counselor in that state. Most of these requirements are extremely similar
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from state to state, but it is advisable that you familiarize yourself with the codes,
statutes, and rules unique to the state to which you are applying. Applicants must
generally demonstrate proof of a qualifying graduate degree, supervised experience and
supervision, and a passing score on a national examination. Licensure in one state does
not guarantee you license to practice in another, but most states have systems of
endorsement or reciprocity in place to ease your way.
Academic Eligibility
All states require that education requirements be met under a regionally-accredited
institution. Most states accept graduate degrees bestowed by institutions that are also
accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational
Programs (CACREP) or Council on Rehabilitation Education (CORE). Educational
equivalency for other programs must be documented in a manner approved by the
supervisory agency of the state to which you are applying. This may require
presentation of transcripts, syllabi, institutional materials such as course catalogues, or a
selected list of assignments or reading. Schools that require CACREP- or COREequivalent education generally specify a number of semester and/or quarter hours and
core content areas.
With few exceptions, each state requires education in the following areas: counseling
theory, human growth and development, social and multicultural foundations, the
helping relationship, group dynamics, lifestyle and career development, appraisal of
individuals, research and evaluation, professional orientation, practicum, and
internship. Unique requirements have been given where possible, but you will probably
wish to follow the provided links for each state’s exact language. Assume that all
education, exams, and experience must be from board-approved sources.
A chart for converting semester hours to quarter hours can be found here:
http://lcc.ctc.edu/info/admissions/internal/Converting%20Quarter%20Hours%20Chart.
pdf
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Alabama
Agency
Alabama Board of Examiners in Counseling
http://www.abec.alabama.gov/
Website
Phone
(205) 458-8716
Address
950 22 Street North, Suite 765, Birmingham, AL 35203
Licensing
Licensed Professional Counselor
Requirements
 Applicants must provide evidence of the following:
1. Age of at least 19 years
2. Good moral character
3. Graduate degree in counseling or related field
4. 3,000 hours post-degree supervised experience, including 2,250
hours of direct client contact
5. A passing mark on the NCE
6. United States citizenship or legal US residency
LPC Application
 Applicants must first apply as Associate Licensed Counselors or with the
Application for Endorsement of an existing License
 Applications also requires 3 letters of recommendation and a
curriculum vitae
Fees
 $200 to apply
Associate Licensed Counselor
Requirements
 Applicants must provide evidence of the following:
1. Age of at least 19 years
2. Good moral character
3. A graduate degree in counseling or related field
4. United States citizenship or legal US residency
 NB: applicants must fulfill LPC supervision requirements under an ABECapproved plan
http://www.abec.alabama.gov/PDFs/2012/ALCApp06-22-12.pdf
ALC Application
 $200 to apply
Fees
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Out-of-State Endorsement of Existing License
Requirements
 Applicants must provide evidence of the following:
1. Education and experience acceptable to the board
2. A passing mark on the NCE
http://www.abec.alabama.gov/PDFs/2012/LPCEndorsementApp06-22-12.pdf
Application
$200 to apply
Fees
Educational Requirements
Qualifying degree programs in Alabama must be of a minimum 48 semester hours in duration,
distributed over the general content areas. A practicum of 100 clock hours (40 hours direct
client contact) and a supervised internship of 600 clock hours (240 hours direct client contact)
are required. Further information can be found in the Alabama Administrative Code.
Additional Links:
Alabama FAQ: http://www.abec.alabama.gov/PDFs/LPC_Materials/FAQsEndorsement09.pdf
Alabama State Code: http://www.abec.alabama.gov/PDFs/CodeofAl4-17-12.pdf
Alabama Administrative Rules: http://www.abec.alabama.gov/rules.htm
Alabama Counseling Association: http://www.alabamacounseling.org/
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Alaska
Agency
Alaska Board of Pr0fessional Counselors
http://commerce.alaska.gov/dnn/cbpl/ProfessionalLicensing/ProfessionalCounselors.aspx
Website
Phone
(907) 465-2551
Address
P.O. Box 110806, Juneau, AK 99811
Licensing
Professional Counselor
Requirements
 Applicants must provide evidence of the following:
1. Age of at least 18 years
2. Graduate degree in counseling or related field
3. 2 years/ 3,000 hours of supervised experience in professional
counseling , including 1,000 hours of direct counseling and 100
hours of supervision
4. A passing mark on the NCE
http://commerce.alaska.gov/dnn/portals/5/pub/pco4403.pdf
PC Application
 Applications also requires 2 letters of recommendation
Fees
 $125 to apply
 $400 for initial license
Out-of-State License Transferal
Requirements
 License transferal is conducted through the American Association of
State Counseling Boards (AASCB) National Credential Registry
http://www.aascb.org/aws/AASCB/pt/sp/home_page
AASCP Website
Educational Requirements
Qualifying degree programs in Alaska must be of a minimum 60 semester hours in duration,
distributed over the general content areas. Further information can be found in the Alaska
Code.
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Additional Links:
Alaska FAQ: http://commerce.alaska.gov/dnn/cbpl/ProfessionalLicensing/ProfessionalCounselors/
FrequentlyAskedQuestions.aspx
Alaska Forms:
http://commerce.alaska.gov/dnn/cbpl/ProfessionalLicensing/ProfessionalCounselors/ApplicationsForms
.aspx
Alaska Code: http://commerce.alaska.gov/dnn/portals/5/pub/CounselorStatutes.pdf
Alaska Counseling Association: http://alaskacounseling.org/
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Arizona
Agency
Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners
http://www.azbbhe.us/
Website
Phone
(602) 542-1881
Address
3443 North Central Avenue #1700, Phoenix, AZ 85012
Licensing
Licensed Professional Counselor
Requirements
 Applicants must provide evidence of the following:
1. United States citizenship or legal US residency
2. Graduate degree in counseling or related field
3. 2 years/ 3,200 hours post-degree supervised counseling
experience, including 1,600 hours of direct client contact and
100 hours of approved supervision
4. A passing mark on the NCE
http://www.azbbhe.us/Applications/genapp.pdf
LPC Application
Fees
 $250 to apply
Associate Licensed Counselor
Requirements
 Applicants must provide evidence of the following:
1. United States citizenship or legal US residency
2. Graduate degree in counseling or related field
3. A passing mark on the NCE
http://www.azbbhe.us/Applications/genapp.pdf
LAC Application
$250 to apply
Fees
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Reciprocity for an Out-of-State License
Requirements
 Applicants must provide evidence of the following:
1. A license in good standing held in another state for 5 years prior
to applying in AZ
2. 6,000 hours of work in behavioral health over 5 years previous
licensure
3. Education acceptable to the board
4. A passing mark on the NCE
Application
http://www.azbbhe.us/Applications/Reciprocal%20App.pdf
 NB: Practice will be restricted under Reciprocal Licensure until Upgrade
Application is approved. A licensure upgrade requires 1600 hours of
behavioral health practice in AZ over a one-year period, 600 hours of
which must be direct client contact, as well as 50 hours of approved
clinical supervision.
Fees
$250 to apply
Temporary Counseling License
Requirements
 Applicants for a temporary license must provide evidence of the
following:
1. Application for a regular or reciprocal license
2. Current license from another state or approved application
within one year of graduation pending passing of boardapproved exam
3. No pending complaints or revoked licenses
4. No criminal history
 Note that practice will be restricted under a temporary license
http://www.azbbhe.us/Applications/Temp%20license.pdf
Application
Fees
$50 to apply
Education Requirements
Qualifying graduate degree programs in Arizona must be a minimum 60 semester hours in
duration, distributed over the general content areas. A pre-practicum (100 hours pre-practicum
activities and 40 hours direct client contact, OR 300 hours of supervised clinical fieldwork) and a
practicum or internship of 600 hours of professional counseling are required. Further
information is available in the Arizona Rules and Laws.
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Additional Links:
Arizona FAQ: http://www.azbbhe.us/faqs.htm
Arizona Forms: http://www.azbbhe.us/node/20
Arizona Rules and Laws: http://www.azbbhe.us/node/5
Arizona Counselors Association: http://azca.org/
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Arkansas
Agency
Arkansas Board of Examiners in Counseling
http://abec.arkansas.gov
Website
Phone
(870) 901-7055
Address
P.O. Box 70, Magnolia, AR 71754
Licensing
Licensed Professional Counselor
Requirements
 Applicants must provide evidence of the following:
1. Age of at least 18 years
2. Good character and ethics
3. Graduate degree related to professional counseling
4. 3 years/3,000 hours post-degree supervised experience
including 2,250 hours direct client contact
5. A passing mark on the NCE or NCMHCE
6. United States citizenship or legal US residency
LPC Application (Online) https://www.ark.org/bec_ola/
(Paper) http://abec.arkansas.gov/Licensing/Documents/licensureApplication.pdf
Fees
 Requires three letters of recommendation
 $200 to apply
Licensed Associate Counselor
Requirements
 Applicants must provide evidence of the following:
1. Age of at least 18 years
2. Good character and ethics
3. Graduate degree related to professional counseling
4. A passing mark on the NCE or NCMHCE
5. United States citizenship or legal US residency
(Online) https://www.ark.org/bec_ola/
LAC Application
(Paper) http://abec.arkansas.gov/Licensing/Documents/licensureApplication.pdf
Fees

Requires three letters of recommendation
$200 to apply
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Reciprocity of Out-of-State Licensure
Requirements
 Applicants must provide evidence of the following:
1. A license in good standing in a jurisdiction with similar licensing
requirements to Arkansas
2. Passing score on the NCE or NCMHCE
http://www.abec.alabama.gov/PDFs/2012/LPCEndorsementApp06-22-12.pdf
Application
Fees
 $200 to apply
Education Requirements
Qualifying graduate degree programs in Arkansas must be a minimum 60 semester hours in
duration, distributed over the general content areas. A practicum of 100 hours (40 hours direct
client contact) and an internship of 600 hours (240 hours direct client contact) are required.
Further information can be found in the Arkansas Laws and Regulations.
Additional Links:
Arkansas Forms: http://abec.arkansas.gov/Licensing/Pages/default.aspx
Arkansas Laws and Regulations:
http://abec.arkansas.gov/aboutUs/Pages/LawsRulesRegulations.aspx
Arkansas Instructions: http://abec.arkansas.gov/Licensing/Documents/licAppInstructions.pdf
Arkansas Licensure Process:
http://abec.arkansas.gov/Licensing/Documents/Licensure%20Process%20for%20an%20Arkansas%20Co
unselor%20or%20Therapist.pdf
Arkansas Counseling Association: http://www.arcounseling.org/
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California
Agency
California Board of Behavioral Sciences
http://www.bbs.ca.gov/
Website
Phone
(916) 574-7830
Address
1625 N Market Blvd., Ste. S-200, Sacramento, CA 95834
Licensing
Licensed Professional Counselor
Requirements
 Applicants must provide evidence of the following:
1. Age of at least 18 years
2. Graduate degree in counseling or related field
3. 2 years/3,000 hours supervised post-degree experience
4. A passing mark on the NCMHCE
5. A passing mark an oral exam or a clinical vignette exam (before
January, 2014) OR an exam on California law and ethics (after
January, 2014)
http://www.bbs.ca.gov/pdf/forms/lpc/lpc_app_st.pdf
LPCC Application
Fees
 $280 for application and exam
Licensed Professional Counselor Intern
Requirements
 Applicants must provide evidence of the following:
1. Age of at least 18 years
2. Graduate degree in counseling or related field
http://www.bbs.ca.gov/pdf/forms/lpc/pci_app.pdf
Application
Fees
 $100 for application
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Out-of-State LPCC Licensure
Requirements
 Applicants licensed as counselors in another state must provide proof
of the following:
1. Valid license as a professional counselor (or related profession)
in good standing
2. Education and experience compliant with board requirements
3. Passing score on the NCMHCE
4. Passing score on the California law and ethics exam (after
January 1, 2014)
http://www.bbs.ca.gov/pdf/forms/lpc/lpc_app_st.pdf
Application
Fees
 280 for application and exam
Educational Requirements
Qualifying graduate degree programs vary by date of enrollment. In general, programs must be
a minimum 48 hours in duration. Content areas and experience requirements are carefully
detailed in the California Code.
Additional Links:
California Forms: http://www.bbs.ca.gov/forms.shtml
California LPCC Program: http://www.bbs.ca.gov/lpcc_program/index.shtml
California Code: http://www.bbs.ca.gov/pdf/publications/lawsregs.pdf
California Counseling Association: http://www.cacounseling.org/
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Colorado
Agency
Colorado State Board of Licensed Professional Counselor Examiners
http://cdn.colorado.gov/cs/Satellite/DORA-Reg/CBON/DORA/1251632298186
Website
Phone
(303) 894-7693
Address
1560 Broadway, Ste. 1350, Denver, CO 80202
Licensing
Licensed Professional Counselor
Requirements
 Qualified applicants will have:
1. A graduate degree in counseling or related field
2. 2 years/2,000 hours post-Master’s or 1year/1,000 hours postDoctor’s supervised fieldwork
3. A passing mark on the NCE
4. A passing mark on an open-book jurisprudence exam
http://cdn.colorado.gov/cs/Satellite?c=Document_C&childpagename=DORALPC
Reg%2FDocument_C%2FCBONAddLinkView&cid=1251633534009&pagename=CBON
Application
Wrapper


Fees
$185 to apply
$18 for the jurisprudence exam
Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate
Requirements
 Applicants must provide evidence of the following:
1. A graduate degree in counseling or related field
2. Supervised fieldwork of at least 700 hours
3. A passing mark on the National Counselor Examination
4. A passing mark on an open-book jurisprudence exam
Fees
 $150 to apply
 $18 for the jurisprudence exam
http://cdn.colorado.gov/cs/Satellite?c=Document_C&childpagename=DORALPCC
Application Reg%2FDocument_C%2FCBONAddLinkView&cid=1251641693644&pagename=CBONWr
apper
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Endorsement of Out-of-State Licensure
Requirements
 Applicants licensed as counselors in another state must provide proof
of the following:
1. Age of at least 21 years
2. Valid license as a professional counselor in good standing,
without any history of restriction
3. 2 years of post-Masters or 1 year of post-Doctor’s supervised
professional practice in counseling
4. Passing score on the board-approved jurisprudence exam
Application
http://cdn.colorado.gov/cs/Satellite?c=Document_C&childpagename=
DORAReg%2FDocument_C%2FCBONAddLinkView&cid=1251633533545&pag
ename=CBONWrapper
Fees
 $235 to apply
 $18 for the jurisprudence exam
Educational Requirements
Qualifying degree programs in Colorado must be at least 48 semester hours (prior to August 31,
2104) or 60 semester hours (after August 31, 2014) in duration, distributed over the general
content areas. If a student enrolled in a degree program prior to August 31, 2014 and does not
satisfy the education requirements, requirements maye be completed at a board-approved
institution or at a CACREP-recognized program. Students enrolled prior to August 31, 2014 that
do not meet the required 700 hours of supervised fieldwork, may submit post-degree fieldwork
for consideration by the board. Any student enrolled after August 31, 2014, may complete no
more than 6 semester/9 quarter hours post-degree. Further information is available in the
Colorado Code.
Additional Links:
Colorado Forms: http://cdn.colorado.gov/cs/Satellite/DORA-Reg/CBON/DORA/1251632266340
Colorado SBLPCE: http://cdn.colorado.gov/cs/Satellite/DORA-Reg/CBON/DORA/1251632298186
Colorado Code: http://cdn.colorado.gov/cs/Satellite?c=Document_C&childpagename=DORAReg%2FDocument_C%2FCBONAddLinkView&cid=1251627283087&pagename=CBONWrapper
Colorado Laws, Rules, and Policies: http://cdn.colorado.gov/cs/Satellite/DORAReg/CBON/DORA/1251632086729
Colorado Counseling Association: http://www.coloradocounselingassociation.org/
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Connecticut
Agency
Connecticut Department of Public Health
http://www.ct.gov/dph/cwp/view.asp?a=3121&q=396902&dphNav_GID=1821
Website
Phone
(860) 509-8000
Address
410 Capitol Avenue, Hartford, CT 06134
Licensing
Licensed Professional Counselor
Requirements
 Qualified applicants will have:
1. A Graduate degree in professional counseling or related field
2. 3,000 hours of supervised counseling experience over at least 1
year, including 100 hours direct supervision
3. A passing mark on the NCE or NCMHCE
http://www.ct.gov/dph/lib/dph/practitioner_licensing_and_investigations/plis/profes
LPC
sionalcounselor/lpc_apponly.pdf
Application
Fees
 $315 to apply
Endorsement of Out-of-State Licensure
Requirements
 Applicants licensed as counsellors in another state must provide proof
of a valid license in counseling or a closely related profession, as well as
education and experience satisfactory to the board
http://www.ct.gov/dph/lib/dph/practitioner_licensing_and_investigations/pli
Application
s/professionalcounselor/lpc_apponly.pdf
Fees

$315 to apply
Educational Requirements
Qualifying graduate degree programs in Connecticut must be 60 semester hours in duration,
distributed over the general content areas. Further information can be found in the
Connecticut Acts.
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Additional Links:
Connecticut Requirements and Forms: http://www.ct.gov/dph/cwp/view.asp?a=3121&q=396906
Connecticut Acts:
http://www.ct.gov/dph/lib/dph/practitioner_licensing_and_investigations/plis/professionalcounselor/lp
c_stats.pdf
Connecticut Counseling Association: http://www.ccamain.org
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Delaware
Agency
Board of Mental Health and Chemical Dependency Professionals
http://www.dpr.delaware.gov/boards/profcounselors/
Website
Phone
(302) 744-4500
Address
Cannon Building, Ste. 203, 861 Silver Lake Blvd., Dover, DE 19904
Licensing
Professional Counselor of Mental Health
Requirements
 Qualified applicants will have:
1. Professional certification through the NBCC or a similar
organization
2. 3,200 hours of field experience over no less than 2 years and no
more than 4
http://dpr.delaware.gov/boards/profcounselors/documents/Prof_Counselor_%20Me
PCMH
ntal_Health_%20App.pdf
Application
Fees
 $182 to apply
Licensed Associate Counselor of Mental Health
Requirements
 This application is for those applicants who have not yet completed the
requisite hours of post-degree supervision
http://www.dpr.delaware.gov/boards/profcounselors/documents/Associate_Counsel
LAC
or_Mental_Health_App.pdf
Application
Fees
 $182 to apply
Reciprocity of Out-of-State Licensure
Requirements
 Applicants licensed as counselors in another state must provide proof
of a valid license in counseling or a closely related profession with no
history of restriction
 Applicants must submit the statue/rules of licensure from the state by
which their license was issued, for consideration by the Board
http://dpr.delaware.gov/boards/profcounselors/documents/Prof_Counselor_
Application
%20Mental_Health_%20App.pdf
Fees

$182 to apply
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Educational Requirements
Delaware requires that 1,600 of the required 3,200 hours of field experience be supervised.
1,500 of the 1,600 supervised hours must be direct client services. 750 of the 1,500 direct
service hours must be face-to-face client sessions. The remaining 100 of 1,600 hours supervised
experience must be direct supervision with a clinical supervision. Education requirements are
identical to those required by the NBCC. Further information can be found in the Delaware
Code.
Additional Links:
Delaware Code: http://regulations.delaware.gov/AdminCode/title24/3000.pdf
Delaware Instructions: http://www.dpr.delaware.gov/boards/profcounselors/newlicense.shtml
Delaware Professional Counselors Association: http://www.decounseling.org/
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District of Columbia
Agency
Board of Professional Counseling
http://doh.dc.gov/service/professional-counseling-licensing
Website
Phone
(877) 672-2174
Address
899 North Capitol Street NE, Washington, DC 20002
Licensing
Licensed Professional Counselor
Requirements
 Applicants must demonstrate proof of the following:
1. A graduate degree in counseling or related field
2. 2 years/3,500 hours of post-degree supervised clinical
experience, of which 200 hours must be direct supervision
3. A passing mark on the NCE
http://doh.dc.gov/sites/default/files/dc/sites/doh/publication/attachments/L
LPC
PC%20Application.pdf
Application
Fees
 $230 to apply
Reciprocity of Out-of-State License
Requirements
 Applicants for reciprocity must provide the following:
1. Documentation of a license in good standing from another
jurisdiction
2. Documentation of education and experience acceptable to the
board
http://doh.dc.gov/sites/default/files/dc/sites/doh/publication/attachments/L
Application
PC%20Application.pdf
Fees

$230 to apply
Educational Requirements
Qualifying graduate degree programs in Washington D.C. must be a minimum 60 semester
hours in duration distributed over the general content areas. Further information can be found
in the D.C. Municipal Regulations.
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Additional Links:
D.C. Forms: http://doh.dc.gov/node/160062
D.C. Municipal Regulations: http://doh.dc.gov/node/150962
D.C. Mental Health Counselors Association: http://www.dcmhca.org/
District of Columbia Counseling Association: http://dccounselingassociation.weebly.com/
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Florida
Agency
Board of Clinical Social Work, Marriage & Family Therapy & Mental Health
http://www.doh.state.fl.us/mqa/491/index.html
Website
Phone
(850) 488-0595 (licensure support); (850) 245-4474 (general)
Address
4052 Bald Cypress Way, Bin C-08, Tallahassee FL 32399
Licensing
Mental Health Counselor
Requirements
 Qualified applicants will have:
1. A graduate degree in mental health counseling ONLY or a CACREPequivalent degree in mental health counseling or a related field
2. A passing mark on the NCMHCE
http://www.doh.state.fl.us/mqa/491/ap_applicationpacket.pdf
MHC
Apply online: https://ww2.doh.state.fl.us/DOHInitialApp/login.aspx
Application
Fees
 $100 to apply
 $105 for initial licensure
Provisional Mental Health Counselor Licensure
Requirements
 This application is for those applicants who have not yet completed the
requisite hours of post-degree supervision, coursework, or who have
not yet passed the NCMHCE
 Applicants must first apply for licensure as a MHC and be boardapproved for provisional licensure
http://www.doh.state.fl.us/mqa/491/ap_applicationpacket.pdf
PMHC
Apply online: https://ww2.doh.state.fl.us/DOHInitialApp/login.aspx
Application
Fees
 $182 to apply
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Endorsement of Out-of-State Licensure
Requirements
 This designation is for applicants who have a valid license to practice
but do not have two year’s post-degree supervision, but who have
actively practiced outside of Florida for 3 of the last 5 years preceding
application in Florida
 Though exempt from the post-degree supervised experience
requirement, applicants for endorsement must meet the other
education requirements (see below)
http://www.doh.state.fl.us/mqa/491/ap_applicationpacket.pdf
Application
for
Endorsement
Fees
 $150 to apply
 $150 for initial licensure
Educational Requirements
CACREP-equivalent mental health counseling degrees must include 60 semester hours total,
and at least 3 semester/4 quarter hours for each of the following twelve content areas:
counseling theory and practice, human growth and development, diagnosis and treatment of
psychopathology, human sexuality, group theories and practice, individual evaluation and
assessment, career and lifestyle assessment, research and program evaluation, social and
cultural foundations, counseling in community settings, substance abuse, and
legal/ethical/professional standards. In addition, applicants must provide proof of at least 1,000
hours of supervised practicum/internship/fieldwork. Applicants must additionally have at least
1,500 hours of direct client counseling experience over a period of 2 years, with 100 hours of
supervision per 1,500 hours of client contact.
In addition to a passing mark on the NCMHCE, applicants must complete 8 hours of education
in laws and rules, 2 hours of education in prevention of medical hours, 3 hours of education on
HIV/AIDS, and 2 hours of education on domestic violence. Full details can be found in the
Florida Licensure Rules.
Additional Links:
Florida Administrative Code and Statutes: http://www.doh.state.fl.us/mqa/491/soc_statutes.html
Florida Licensure Rules: http://www.doh.state.fl.us/mqa/491/info_491_Lic_req.pdf
Florida Mental Health Counselors Association: http://www.flmhca.org/
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Georgia
Agency
Board of Professional Counselors, Social Workers, Marriage and Family Therapists
http://sos.georgia.gov/plb/counselors/
Website
Phone
(478) 207-2440
Address
237 Coliseum Drive, Macon, GA 31217
Licensing
Licensed Professional Counselor
Requirements
 Applicants must demonstrate proof of the following:
1. Graduate degree related to counseling
2. If Master’s: 4 years post-degree supervised experience OR 3 years
post-degree supervised experience and 300 hours of
internship/practicum through a degree program; At least two of
these years must be supervised by a LPC
3. If Doctor’s: 1 year supervised counseling internship OR 1 year
supervised experience; At least 6 months of this experience must
be supervised by a LPC
http://sos.georgia.gov/acrobat/PLB/41%20Licensed%20Professional%20Coun
LPC
selor%20Application.pdf
Application
Fees


Apply online: https://ww2.doh.state.fl.us/DOHInitialApp/login.aspx
Application requires 2 references
$100 to apply
Associate Professional Counselor
Requirements
 Applicants must demonstrate proof of the following:
1. Graduate degree related to counseling
2. Registration of a contract for obtaining supervised post-degree
experience
http://sos.georgia.gov/acrobat/PLB/41%20Associate%20Professional%20Cou
APC
nselor%20Application.pdf
Application
Fees
 $100 to apply
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Endorsement of Out-of-State Licensure
Requirements
 This designation is for applicants who have a valid license to practice
but do not have two year’s post-degree supervision, but who have
actively practiced outside of Florida for 3 of the last 5 years preceding
application in Florida
 Though exempt from the post-degree supervised experience
requirement, applicants for endorsement must meet the other
education requirements
http://sos.georgia.gov/acrobat/PLB/41%20Licensed%20Professional%20Coun
Application
selor%20Application.pdf
Apply online: https://ww2.doh.state.fl.us/DOHInitialApp/login.aspx
Fees

$100 to apply
Educational Requirements
Qualifying degree programs for licensure in Georgia must include at least one course in
counseling/psychotherapy theory as well as at least 300 hours of a supervised internship or
practicum in counseling. These requirements are detailed in the Georgia Code and in the
Application.
Additional Links:
Georgia FAQ: http://sos.georgia.gov/plb/faqs/41%20faqs.htm
Georgia Code:
http://sos.georgia.gov/acrobat/PLB/laws/41_Prof_Counselors,_Soc._Workers_Marriage_And_Family_T
herapists_43-10A.pdf
Georgia Additional Forms: http://sos.georgia.gov/cgi-bin/plbforms.asp?board=41
Licensed Professional Counselors Association of Georgia: http://www.lpcaga.org/
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Hawaii
Agency
Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs, Professional and Vocational Licensing
http://hawaii.gov/dcca/pvl/programs/mental
Website
Phone
(808) 586-2697
Address
(DCCA-PVL Attn: MHC) P.O. Box 3469, Honolulu, HI 96801
Licensing
Mental Health Counselor
Requirements
 Applicants must demonstrate proof of the following:
1. Graduate degree related to counseling
2. 3,000 hours of post-degree supervised experience over 2 to 4 years,
with 100 hours being face-to-face supervision
3. A passing score on the NCE
http://hawaii.gov/dcca/pvl/programs/mental/application_publication/mental
MHC
-health-counselor-license/Requirements-%20Instructions%20Application
%20Application%20for%20Mental%20Health%20Counselor.pdf
Fees

$60 to apply
Out-of-State Licensure
Requirements
 Hawaii has no reciprocity agreements for out-of-state licensure.
http://hawaii.gov/dcca/pvl/programs/mental/application_publication/mental
Application
-health-counselor-license/Requirements-%20Instructions%20%20Application%20for%20Mental%20Health%20Counselor.pdf
Fees

$60 to apply
Educational Requirements
Qualifying graduate programs for licensure in Hawaii must include a total of 48 semester over
the general content areas. A further two terms of practicum experience is required, 3
semester/5 quarter hours per term; a total of 300 hours of supervised counseling contact must
be demonstrated. Further information is provided in the Hawaii Licensure Rules.
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Additional Links:
Hawaii FAQ: http://hawaii.gov/dcca/pvl/faqs/mhc_faq_092904.pdf
Hawaii Licensure Rules: http://hawaii.gov/dcca/pvl/hrs/hrs_pvl_453d.pdf
Hawaii Additional Forms:
http://hawaii.gov/dcca/pvl/programs/mental/application_publication/mental-health-counselor-license
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Idaho
Agency
Licensing Board of Professional Counselors and Marriage and Family Therapists
http://ibol.idaho.gov/IBOL/BoardPage.aspx?Bureau=COU
Website
Phone
(208) 334-3233
Address
P.O. Box 83720, Boise, Idaho 83720
Licensing
Licensed Professional Counselor
Requirements
 Applicants must demonstrate proof of the following:
1. Good moral character
2. Graduate degree that is primarily counseling in nature
3. 1,000 hours of post-degree supervised experience acceptable to
the board
4. A passing score on the NCE

http://ibol.idaho.gov/IBOL/COU/Forms/COU%20MFT%20application.pdf
LPC
Application
Fees
 $75 to apply
 $75 for original license
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
Requirements
 Applicants must demonstrate proof of the following:
1. A current LPC license
2. At least 2,000 hours of supervised experience over 2 years,
1,000 of which must be supervised by a LCPC
3. A passing score on the NCMHCE
 http://ibol.idaho.gov/IBOL/COU/Forms/COU%20MFT%20application.pdf
LCPC
Application
Fees
 $75 to apply
 $100 for license
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Registered Intern
Requirements


Intern
Application
Fees
This designation is for applicants who have not yet completed the
required post-degree experience
Applicants must demonstrate proof of the following:
1. A graduate degree in counseling or related field from a
regionally accredited institution (see below)
2. Active pursuance of post-degree supervised experience
3. Designations of a registered supervisor
http://ibol.idaho.gov/IBOL/COU/Forms/COU%20MFT%20Intern%20applicatio
n.pdf

$25 to apply
Endorsement of Out-of-State Licensure
Requirements
 Applicants must have a valid license with no history of restriction
 Applicants must meet qualifications for LPC or LCPC in Idaho
Application
Complete general application; answer “Yes” to Question 12 and
complete Addendum 3
Educational Requirements
Qualifying graduate programs for licensure in Idaho must be 60 semester hours in duration over
the general content areas. 6 credits must be in an advanced counseling practicum. 1 hour of
face-to-face supervision must be provided for every 10 hours of practicum field experience.
Further information is available in the Idaho Licensure Rules.
Additional Links:
Idaho FAQ: http://ibol.idaho.gov/IBOL/BoardAdditional.aspx?Bureau=COU&BureauLinkID=150
Idaho Licensure Statutes: http://www.legislature.idaho.gov/idstat/Title54/T54CH34.htm
Idaho Licensure Rules: http://adminrules.idaho.gov/rules/current/24/1501.pdf
Idaho Process and Deadlines:
http://ibol.idaho.gov/IBOL/BoardAdditional.aspx?Bureau=COU&BureauLinkID=100
Idaho Counseling Association: http://www.idahocounseling.org/
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Illinois
Agency
Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation
http://www.idfpr.com/profs/info/ProfCounselor.asp
Website
Phone
(217) 785-0820 (general); (800) 560-6420 (licensing questions)
Address
320 West Washington Street, Springfield, IL 62786
Licensing
Licensed Professional Counselor
Requirements
 Applicants must demonstrate proof of the following:
1. Graduate degree in counseling or related field from a regionally
accredited institution (see below) OR CRC or NCC certification
2. A passing score on a national examination, unless certification
by the NCC or a similar organization is verified
 Note: There IS NO REQUIREMENT for supervised experience for an LPC
in Illinois
http://www.idfpr.com/renewals/apply/forms/pc.pdf
LPC
Application
Fees
 $150 to apply
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
Requirements
 Applicants must demonstrate proof of the following:
1. Graduate degree in counseling or related field from a regionally
accredited institution (see below) OR CRC or CCMHC
certification
2. No more than 1,680 hours of post-degree supervised experience
over at least 48 weeks, 960 hours of which must be direct client
contact; Supervision must occur at least 1 hour a week
3. A passing score on a board-approved examination
http://www.idfpr.com/renewals/apply/forms/lcpc.pdf
LCPC
Application
Fees
 $150 to apply
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Endorsement of Out-of-State Licensure
Requirements
 Endorsement is available for both the LPC and LCPC
 Applicants must provide:
1. Documentation of board-approved education
2. Certification of licensing terms from original jurisdiction
3. Passing score on a board-approved national exam
http://www.idfpr.com/renewals/apply/forms/pc.pdf
Application
Educational Requirements
Qualifying graduate programs for licensure in Illinois must be at least 2 academic years in length
and a minimum 48 semester hours in duration, distributed over the general content areas. Outof state applicants may need to acquire education in Illinois Law. Further information is
available in the Illinois Administrative Code.
Additional Links:
Illinois Licensure Statutes:
http://ilga.gov/legislation/ilcs/ilcs3.asp?ActID=1324&ChapAct=225%26nbsp%3BILCS%26nbsp%3B107%2
F&ChapterID=24&ChapterName=PROFESSIONS+AND+OCCUPATIONS&ActName=Professional+Counselor
+and+Clinical+Professional+Counselor+Licensing+Act%2E
Illinois Administrative Code:
http://www.ilga.gov/commission/jcar/admincode/068/06801375sections.html
Illinois Counseling Association: http://www.ilcounseling.org/
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Indiana
Agency
Behavioral Health and Human Services Licensing Board
http://www.in.gov/pla/social.htm
Website
Phone
(317) 234-2054
Address
402 West Washington Street, Room W-072, Indianapolis, IN 46204
Licensing
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Requirements
 Applicants must demonstrate proof of the following:
1. Graduate degree in counseling or related field
2. At least 3,000 post-degree hours of supervised clinical
experience over at least 21 months and no more than 4 years;
at least 100 hours must have been supervised face-to-face
3. A passing score on the NCMHCE
https://forms.in.gov/Download.aspx?id=5790
LMHC
Application
Fees
 $50 to apply
Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associates
Requirements
 Applicants graduating before July 1, 2014 do not need to apply for the
LMHCA license and may complete the required supervision instead.
Applicants still wishing to apply for the LMHCA may sit for the exam;
and post-degree supervised experience will count toward the required
hours.
 Applicants graduating on or after July 1, 2014 must obtain a LMHCA
prior to completing their 2 years of supervised post-degree experience
 Applicants must demonstrate proof of the following:
1. Graduate degree in counseling or related field
2. A passing score on the NCE or equivalent examination
https://forms.in.gov/Download.aspx?id=10822
LMHCA
Application
Fees
 $50 to apply
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Endorsement of Out-of-State Licensure
Requirements
 This designation exempts applicants from examination
 Applicants must provide:
1. Documentation of board-approved education and supervised
experience
2. Documentation of previous exam for licensure so that the board
may determine equivalency; note that Indiana does NOT accept
the NCE as equivalent to the NCMHCE
3. Verification of current license in good standing
4. Documentation of practice for 3 of the 5 years preceding
application to Indiana
5. A passing score on a jurisprudence exam covering Indiana
statutes
Application
Complete general application; Complete Form EE
Educational Requirements
Qualifying graduate programs for licensure in Indiana must relate to mental health counseling
or be CACREP- or CORE-accredited. Non-CACREP/CORE programs must be at least 60 semester
hours (Master’s) or 96 semester hours (Doctor’s) across the general content areas. Education
must also include 1,000 total hours of pre-degree supervised experience. 100 hours should be
practicum, 600 hours should be internship, and 300 hours should be advanced internship. 100
hours of the total 1,000 should be direct supervision. Further information can be found in the
Indiana Code and in the Indiana LMHC/LMHCA Instructions.
Additional Links:
Indiana FAQ: http://www.in.gov/pla/2888.htm
Indiana Rules and Statutes: http://www.in.gov/pla/files/IBHHSLB_2012_Edition.pdf
Indiana LMHC Instructions:
http://www.in.gov/pla/files/LMHC_APPLICATION_INSTRUCTIONS_2013.pdf
Indiana LMHCA Instructions:
http://www.in.gov/pla/files/LMHCA_APPLICATION_INSTRUCTIONS_2013.pdf
Indiana Counseling Association: http://www.indianacounseling.org/
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Iowa
Agency
Iowa Board of Behavioral Science
http://www.idph.state.ia.us/licensure/BehavioralScience.aspx
Website
Phone
(515) 281-0254
Address
321 E. 12th Street, Des Moines, IA 50319
Licensing
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Requirements
 Applicants must demonstrate proof of the following:
1. Graduate degree in counseling or related field
2. Certification through the NBCC OR at least 3,000 post-degree
hours of supervised clinical experience over at least 2 years; at
least 1,500 hours must be direct client contact, and 200 hours of
supervision; applicants who began a program of study prior to
July 1, 2010 must complete 200 hours of supervision concurrent
with 1,000 of counseling experience
3. A passing score on the NCC, NCMHCE, or equivalent
examination
http://www.idph.state.ia.us/IDPHChannelsService/file.ashx?file=AC148590LMHC
CC8C-4385-A9A8-73620FA3BEF0
Application
Fees
 $120 for initial license
Licensed Mental Health Counselor (Temporary)
Requirements
 This designation applies to applicants who have not yet completed
their required hours of post-degree supervised experience; applicants
must provide proof of a graduate degree in counseling or related field
from a regionally accredited institution (see below)
http://www.idph.state.ia.us/IDPHChannelsService/file.ashx?file=AC148590LMHCA
CC8C-4385-A9A8-73620FA3BEF0
Application
Fees
 $120 for initial license
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Endorsement of Out-of-State Licensure
Requirements
 Applicants must provide:
1. Documentation of board-approved education and supervised
experience
2. Documentation of licensure requirements from original
licensing jurisdiction
3. Verification of current license in good standing with no history
of restriction
http://www.idph.state.ia.us/IDPHChannelsService/file.ashx?file=AC148590Application
CC8C-4385-A9A8-73620FA3BEF0
Educational Requirements
Qualifying graduate programs for licensure in Iowa must be CACREP- or CORE-accredited or
equivalent.
Programs begun prior to July 1, 2012 must be at least 45 semester hours in duration covering
the general content areas. These applicants must also have a supervised pre-degree internship
of at least 120 hours of direct client contact, with at least 1 hour per week of individual
supervision and 1.5 hours per week of group supervision.
Programs begun on or after July 1, 2012 must be at least 60 semester hours in duration,
covering the general content areas. Applicants must also have a practicum of at least 40 hours
of direct client contact, with 1 hour a week of individual supervision and 1.5 hours a week of
group supervision. A pre-degree internship of 600 supervised hours must follow the practicum,
with at least 240 hours of direct client contact, 1 hour a week of individual supervision, and 1.5
hours a week of group supervision.
Further information is available in the Iowa Laws and Rules.
Additional Links:
Iowa FAQ: http://www.idph.state.ia.us/licensure/BehavioralScience.aspx?pg=FAQ
Iowa Laws and Rules: http://www.idph.state.ia.us/licensure/BehavioralScience.aspx?pg=Laws
Iowa Process and Forms:
http://www.idph.state.ia.us/licensure/BehavioralScience.aspx?pg=Application
Iowa Mental Health Counseling Association: http://www.imhca.net/
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Kansas
Agency
Behavioral Sciences Regulatory Board
http://www.ksbsrb.org/professionalcounselors.htm
Website
Phone
(785) 296-3240
Address
712 S. Kansas Avenue, Topeka, KS 66603
Licensing
Licensed Professional Counselor
Requirements
 Applicants must demonstrate proof of the following:
1. Age of at least 21 years
2. Graduate degree in counseling or related field
3. A passing score on the NCC, NCMHCE, or equivalent
examination
http://www.ksbsrb.org/pdf/LPC_app_pkt.pdf
LPC

Requires 3 references
Application
Fees
 $100 to apply
 $150 for original license
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
Requirements
 Applicants must provide proof of the following:
1. Valid LPC license in good standing
2. Graduate degree in counseling or related field, including specific
education in clinical areas
3. 4,000 hours supervised clinical experience over at least 2 years;
at least 1,500 hours must be direct client contact, and at least
150 hours must be clinical supervision
4. Passing mark on the NCMHCE
http://www.ksbsrb.org/pdf/LCPC_app_pkt.pdf
LCPC
Application
Fees
 $100 to apply
 $150 for original license
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Reciprocity of Out-of-State Licensure
Requirements
 Applicants must provide:
1. Documentation of board-approved education and supervised
experience
2. Documentation of licensure requirements from original
licensing jurisdiction
3. Verification of current license in good standing with no history
of restriction
http://www.ksbsrb.org/pdf/reciprocity.pdf
Application
Fees
 $100 to apply
 $150 for license
Temporary Licensure
Requirements

Application
Fees
This designation is for applicants licensed in another state who wish to
practice in Kansas for a limited amount of time and for applicants who
wish to have a license to practice while they wait to take a boardapproved exam; applicants must provide:
1. Proof of age of at least 21 years
2. Documentation of board-approved education and supervised
experience
3. Documentation of licensure requirements from original
licensing jurisdiction
4. Verification of current license in good standing with no history
of restriction
http://www.ksbsrb.org/pdf/LCPC_permit.pdf

$200 to apply
Educational Requirements
Qualifying graduate programs for licensure in Kansas must be at least 60 semester hours in
duration, with at least 45 credits distributed across the general content areas. LCPC candidates
must have 15 credit hours either as part of a degree or separately on psychopathology,
diagnosis and assessment, and treatment approaches. LCPC candidates must also have a predegree supervised clinical practicum with at least 350 hours of direct client contact. Further
information can be found in the Kansas Statutes and Rules.
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Additional Links:
Kansas FAQ: http://www.ksbsrb.org/licensurefaq.htm
Kansas Statutes and Rules: http://www.ksbsrb.org/professionalcounselors.htm#links
Kansas Forms: http://www.ksbsrb.org/forms.htm#professional
Kansas Counseling Association: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Kansas-CounselingAssociation/137264642323
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Kentucky
Agency
Board of Licensed Professional Counselors
http://lpc.ky.gov/
Website
Phone
(502) 564-3296 x 227
Address
911 Leawood Drive, Frankfort, KY 40601
Licensing
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Requirements
 Applicants must demonstrate proof of the following:
1. Good moral character
2. Graduate degree in counseling or related field
3. 4,000 hours supervised clinical experience over at least 2 years;
at least 1,600 hours must be direct client contact, and at least
100 hours must be clinical supervision
4. Passing mark on the NCE or NCMHCE
http://lpc.ky.gov/Form%20Library/Application%20for%20Licensure%20as%20
LPCC
an%20LPCC.pdf
Application
Fees
 $150 for application and license
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor Associate
Requirements
 Applicants must provide proof of the following:
1. Good moral character
2. Graduate degree in counseling or related field from a regionally
accredited institution (see below)
3. Pre-degree supervised practicum of no fewer than 400 hours
4. Engagement of a board-approved supervisor
http://lpc.ky.gov/Form%20Library/Application%20for%20Licensure%20as%20
LPCCA
an%20LPCA.pdf
Application
Fees
 $50 for application and license
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Reciprocity of Out-of-State Licensure
Requirements
 Applicants must have:
1. Documentation of board-approved education (min. 60 hours)
and supervised experience (min. 400 hours internship plus 5
years post-graduate experience)
2. Documentation of license in good standing from original
licensing jurisdiction
3. Good moral character
http://lpc.ky.gov/Form%20Library/Reciprocity%20Information%20Sheet.pdf
Information
http://lpc.ky.gov/Form%20Library/Application%20for%20Licensure%20as%20
Application
an%20LPCC.pdf
Fees

$150 for application and license
Educational Requirements
Qualifying graduate programs for licensure in Kentucky must be at least 60 semester hours in
duration, distributed across the general content areas. A pre-degree supervised practicum of no
fewer than 400 hours is required. Further information can be found in the Kentucky Laws and
Regulations.
Additional Links:
Kentucky Laws and Regulations:
http://lpc.ky.gov/Laws%20and%20Regulations/Laws%20and%20Regulations%20Booklet.pdf
Kentucky Forms: http://lpc.ky.gov/Pages/applications.aspx
Kentucky Counseling Association: http://www.kyca.org/
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Louisiana
Agency
Licensed Professional Counselors Board of Examiners
http://www.lpcboard.org/
Website
Phone
(225) 765-2515
Address
8631 Summa Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA 70809
Licensing
Licensed Professional Counselor
Requirements
 Applicants must demonstrate proof of the following:
1. At least 21 years of age
2. Good moral character
3. United States citizenship and residency in Louisiana, or intent to
establish as much
4. Graduate degree in counseling or related field from a regionally
accredited institution (see below)
5. Pre-degree supervised practicum of no fewer than 400 hours
6. 3,000 hours supervised clinical experience over at least 2 years
7. Passing mark on the NCE or NCMHCE
http://www.lpcboard.org/LPC%20Licensure%20App.pdf
LPCC
Application
Fees
 $200 to apply
Endorsement of Out-of-State Licensure
Requirements
 Applicants must have:
1. At least 21 years of age
2. Good moral character
3. United States citizenship and residency in Louisiana, or intent to
establish as much
4. Documentation of board-approved education and experience
5. Documentation of license in good standing from original
licensing jurisdiction
http://www.lpcboard.org/LPC%20Endorsement%20App.pdf
Application
Fees
 $200 to apply
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Educational Requirements
Qualifying graduate programs for licensure in Louisiana must be at least 48 semester hours
(prior to September 1, 2015) or 60 semester hours (after September 1, 2015) in duration,
distributed across the general content areas. Further information can be found in the Louisiana
Laws and Rules.
Additional Links:
Louisiana FAQ: http://www.lpcboard.org/LPC%20FAQs%20as%20of%20April%202013.pdf
Louisiana Laws: http://www.lpcboard.org/Title%2037%20Chapter%2013.pdf
Louisiana Rules: http://www.lpcboard.org/46v60%20LR%20Updated%20July%202013.pdf
Louisiana Forms: http://www.lpcboard.org/LPC%20Instructions%20Forms.htm
Louisiana Counseling Association: http://www.lacounseling.org/
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Maine
Agency
Board of Counseling Professionals Licensure
http://www.maine.gov/pfr/professionallicensing/professions/counselors/index.htm
Website
Phone
(207) 624-8674
Address
25 State House Station, Augusta, ME 04333
Licensing
Licensed Professional Counselor
Requirements
 An LPC may offer counseling services but may not diagnose or treat
mental health disorders
 Applicants must demonstrate proof of the following:
1. Graduate degree in counseling or related field from a regionally
accredited institution
2. 2,000 hours supervised clinical experience over at least 2 years;
min. 1000 hours direct client contact, min. 67 hours supervision
3. A passing mark on the NCE
http://www.maine.gov/pfr/professionallicensing/professions/counselors/pdf/
LCPC
couapprofessional.pdf
Application
Fees
 $25 to apply
 $250 for license
Conditionally Licensed Professional Counselor
Requirements
 Applicants must demonstrate proof of the following:
1. Graduate degree in counseling or related field from a regionally
accredited institution
2. 2,000 hours supervised clinical experience over at least 2 years;
min. 1000 hours direct client contact, min. 67 hours supervision
3. A passing mark on the NCE OR a request to take the exam
4. A plan for supervision by a board-approved supervisor
5. Three letters of reference
 NB: to apply for full licensure, a conditionally licensed practitioner must
document 55 hours of continuing education during the time of
conditional licensure
http://www.maine.gov/pfr/professionallicensing/professions/counselors/pdf/
LCPC
couapprofessional.pdf
Application
Fees
 $25 to apply
 $200 for license
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Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
Requirements
 An LCPC may practice counseling, and may also diagnose and treat
mental health disorders
 Applicants must demonstrate proof of the following:
1. Graduate degree in counseling or related field from a regionally
accredited institution (see below)
2. 3,000 hours supervised clinical experience over at least 2 years;
min. 1500 hours direct clinical contact, min. 100 hours of
supervision
3. A passing mark on the NCMHCE
 NB: If the applicant’s education included an internship of 600 hours
rather than 900, then 4,000 hours of supervised clinical experience are
required. A min. 2,000 hours must be direct clinical contact, and min.
150 hours must be supervision.
http://www.maine.gov/pfr/professionallicensing/professions/counselors/pdf/
LCPC
couappclinical.pdf
Application
Fees
 $25 to apply
 $250 for license
Conditionally Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
Requirements
 Applicants must demonstrate proof of the following:
1. Graduate degree in counseling or related field from a regionally
accredited institution
2. A passing mark on the NCE or a request to take the exam
3. A plan for supervision by an approved supervisor
4. Three letters of reference
 NB: A conditionally licensed practitioner must provide proof of a
passing score on the NCMHCE or a request to take the exam, as well as
55 hours of continuing education acquired during the period of
conditional licensure.
http://www.maine.gov/pfr/professionallicensing/professions/counselors/pdf/
CLCPC
couappclinical.pdf
Application
Fees
 $25 to apply
 $200 for license
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Registered Counselor
Requirements
 This designation is for those who wish to practice counseling without
providing evidence of education or training. An RC may not diagnose or
treat mental health disorders.
 Registered counselors must adhere to the Maine Code of Ethics,
distribute appropriate disclosure statements, and display and observe
the client’s bill of rights.
Fees
 $75 for license
Endorsement of Out-of-State Licensure
Requirements
 Applicants must have:
1. A license in good standing in a state that holds a reciprocity
agreement with Maine (none presently exist) OR
2. Documentation of 5 years of experience under a substantially
similar license OR
3. Documentation of qualifications substantially similar to those
required by Maine
http://www.maine.gov/pfr/professionallicensing/professions/counselors/pdf/
LPC
couapprofessional.pdf
Application
http://www.maine.gov/pfr/professionallicensing/professions/counselors/pdf/
LCPC
couappclinical.pdf
Application
Fees
 $25 to apply
 $250 for license
Educational Requirements
Qualifying graduate programs for LPC in Maine must be at least 48 semester hours in duration,
distributed across the general content areas. A pre-degree internship of at least 600 hours OR
outside supervised experience of 720 hours (min. 280 hours direct client contact) is required.
Qualifying graduate programs for LPCC licensure in Maine must be at least 60 semester hours in
duration, distributed across the general content areas, with some additions. A pre-degree
internship of at least 900 hours (min. 360 hours direct client contact) OR outside supervised
experience of 1,000 hours (min. 400 hours direct clinical contact) is required. Further
information can be found in the Maine Rules.
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Additional Links:
Maine FAQ:
http://www.maine.gov/pfr/professionallicensing/professions/counselors/faq_licensee.htm
Maine Laws: http://www.mainelegislature.org/legis/statutes/32/title32ch119sec0.html
Maine Rules: http://www.maine.gov/sos/cec/rules/02/chaps02.htm#514
Maine Forms: http://www.maine.gov/pfr/professionallicensing/professions/counselors/forms.htm
Maine Mental Health Counselors Association: http://www.memhca.org/
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Maryland
Agency
Board of Professional Counselors and Therapists
http://dhmh.maryland.gov/bopc/SitePages/Home.aspx
Website
Phone
(410) 764-4732
Address
4201 Patterson Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21215
Licensing
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
Requirements
 Applicants must demonstrate proof of the following:
1. Age of least 18 years
2. Graduate degree in counseling or related field from a regionally
accredited institution
3. Master’s level applicants must have 3,000 hours supervised
clinical experience over at least 3 years; 1 year may be acquired
pre-degree. Doctor’s level applicants must have 2,000 hours
supervised experience; 1 year must be acquired post-degree
4. A passing mark on the NCE and the Maryland Law Test
http://dhmh.maryland.gov/bopc/docs/lcpcapplication2013.doc
LCPC
Application
Fees
 $75 to apply
 $100 for license
Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor
Requirements
 This designation is for those who have not yet acquired the requisite
post-degree supervised experience
 Applicants must demonstrate proof of the following:
1. Graduate degree in counseling or related field from a regionally
accredited institution
2. 2,000 hours supervised clinical experience over at least 2 years;
min. 1000 hours direct client contact, min. 67 hours supervision
3. A passing mark on the NCE and the Maryland Law Test
 NB: supervision must be completed within two years of licensure. For a
one-year extension, 40 hours continuing education must be acquired.
http://dhmh.maryland.gov/bopc/docs/lgpcapplication2013.doc
LGPC
Application
Fees
 $75 to apply
 $100 for license
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Endorsement of Out-of-State Licensure
Requirements
 Applicants must have a license in good standing in a jurisdiction with
licensure requirements substantially similar to those of Maryland
http://dhmh.maryland.gov/bopc/SitePages/lcpcoutofstate.aspx
Application
Fees
 $75 to apply
 $100 for license
Educational Requirements
Qualifying graduate programs in Maryland must be at least 60 semester hours (master’s) or 90
semester hours (doctorate) in duration, distributed across the general content areas. An
internship with at least 125 hours of direct client contact must be included. Further information
can be found in the Maryland Rules.
Additional Links:
Maryland FAQ: http://dhmh.maryland.gov/bopc/SitePages/faqs.aspx
Maryland Laws: http://www.dsd.state.md.us/comar/SubtitleSearch.aspx?search=10.58.06.*
Maryland Rules: http://dhmh.maryland.gov/bopc/SitePages/Healthoccupations0818.aspx
Maryland Forms: http://dhmh.maryland.gov/bopc/SitePages/forms.aspx
Maryland Counseling Association: http://www.mdcounseling.org/
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselors of Maryland: http://lcpcm.org/
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Massachusetts
Agency
Board of Allied Mental Health and Human Services Professionals
http://www.mass.gov/ocabr/licensee/dpl-boards/mh/
Website
Phone
(617) 727-3080
Address
1000 Washington Street, Ste. 710, Boston, MA 02118
Licensing
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Requirements
 A CCMHC in good standing is considered qualified for LMHC licensure
 Other applicants must demonstrate proof of the following:
1. Good moral character
2. Graduate degree in counseling or related field from a regionally
accredited institution
3. 3,360 hours post-degree supervised experience over a min. 2
years; 960 hours must be direct client contact, 260 of these may
be group contact; 130 hours of 3,360 total must be supervision
4. A passing mark on the NCMHCE
http://www.mass.gov/ocabr/docs/dpl/boards/mh/mhc-app.pdf
LMHC
 Two references required
Application
Fees
 $117 to apply
Endorsement of Out-of-State Licensure
Requirements
 Applicants must have a license in good standing in a jurisdiction with
licensure requirements substantially similar to those of Maryland
http://dhmh.maryland.gov/bopc/SitePages/lcpcoutofstate.aspx
Application
Fees
 $75 to apply
Educational Requirements
Qualifying education in Massachusetts must be at least 60 graduate semester hours in duration
(including a 48-hour minimum master’s degree), distributed across the general content areas. A
practicum of at least 100 hours (40 hours direct client contact, 25 hours supervision) and an
internship of at least 600 hours (240 hours direct client contact, 45 hours supervision) are
required. Further information can be found in the Massachusetts Regulations.
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Additional Links:
Massachusetts FAQ: http://www.mass.gov/ocabr/licensee/dpl-boards/mh/faqs.html
Massachusetts Statutes and Regulations: http://www.mass.gov/ocabr/licensee/dplboards/mh/regulations/
Massachusetts Forms: http://www.mass.gov/ocabr/licensee/dpl-boards/mh/forms/
Massachusetts Mental Health Counselors Association: http://www.mamhca.org/
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Michigan
Agency
Board of Counseling
Website
Phone
Address
http://www.mass.gov/ocabr/licensee/dpl-boards/mh/
(517) 335-0918
P.O. Box 30670, Lansing, MI 48909
Licensing
Licensed Professional Counselor
Requirements
 Applicants must demonstrate proof of the following:
1. Age of at least 21 years
2. Graduate degree in counseling or related field
3. 2 years post-degree supervised experience; 100 hours must be
supervised; post-degree experience must only be 1 year if 30
graduate hours beyond a master’s degree have been earned
4. A passing mark on the NCE
http://www.michigan.gov/documents/mdch_couns_full_licpkt_83585_7.pdf
LPC
Application
Fees
 $180 for license
Limited Licensure
Requirements


LLPC
Application
Fees
This designation is for those who have not yet completed the required
post-degree supervision. Practice may take place only under and
approved supervisor.
Applicants must demonstrate proof of the following:
1. Age of at least 21 years
2. Graduate degree in counseling or related field
3. 3,00 hours post-degree supervised clinical experience over no
fewer than 2 years; post-degree experience must only be 1 year
if 30 graduate hours beyond a master’s degree have been
earned
http://www.michigan.gov/documents/mdch_couns_full_licpkt_83585_7.pdf

$25 to apply
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Endorsement of Out-of-State Licensure
Requirements
 Applicants must have:
1. Licensure in good standing in another jurisdiction
2. 5 years min. experience
 Applicants licensed in another jurisdiction who do not have 5 years of
experience must apply by examination
http://www.michigan.gov/documents/mdch_couns_full_licpkt_83585_7.pdf
Application
Fees
 $180 for license
Educational Requirements
Qualifying education in Michigan must be at least 48 semester hours in duration, distributed
across the general content areas. A supervised internship of at least 600 hours is required.
Further information can be found in the Michigan Regulations and in the application packet.
Additional Links:
Michigan FAQ: http://www.michigan.gov/lara/0,4601,7-154-35299_63294_27529_27536---,00.html
Michigan Regulations: http://legislature.mi.gov/doc.aspx?mcl-368-1978-15-181
Michigan Counseling Association: http://www.michigancounselingassociation.com
Michigan Mental Health Counselors Association: http://www.mmhca.org/
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Minnesota
Agency
Minnesota Board of Behavioral Health and Therapy
http://www.mass.gov/ocabr/licensee/dpl-boards/mh/
Website
Phone
(612) 548-2177
Address
2829 University Avenue SE, Ste. 210, Minneapolis, MN 55414
Licensing
Licensed Professional Counselor
Requirements
 This designation permits counseling services but prohibits practice as a
“Mental Health Professional” without additional training
 Applicants must demonstrate proof of the following:
1. Graduate degree in counseling or related field
2. 2,000 hours supervised practice, pre- and/or post-degree
3. A passing mark on the NCE or equivalent exam
http://mn.gov/health-licensing-boards/images/LPC%2520Application.pdf
LPC
Application
Fees
 $425 for application, license, and processing
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Requirements
 This designation permits practice as a “Mental Health Professional”
 Applicants must demonstrate proof of the following:
1. Age of at least 18 years
2. Good moral character
3. Graduate degree in counseling or related field
4. 4,000 hours post-degree supervised clinical experience over no
fewer than 2 years, incl. 1,800 hours direct clinical contact
5. A passing mark on the NCMHCE
http://mn.gov/health-licensingLPCC
boards/images/LPCC%2520Application%2520General%2520Method.pdf
Application
Fees
 $425 for application, license, and processing
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Reciprocity of Out-of-State Licensure
Requirements
 Applicants must have licensure in good standing in a jurisdiction
approved for reciprocity by Minnesota
 NB: The Colorado LPC is approved for Minnesota LPC only, but specific
documentation of supervised experience is required
http://mn.gov/health-licensing-boards/behavioralInformation
Application
Fees
health/lpcandlpcc/lpcreciprocity.jsp
http://mn.gov/health-licensing-boards/images/LPC%2520Application.pdff

$425 for application, license, and processing
Educational Requirements
Qualifying degree programs for LPC licensure in Minnesota must be at least 48 semester hours
in duration, distributed across the general content areas. A supervised field experience of at
least 700 hours is required. Education requirements for LPCC licensure further include
education in clinical areas. Further information can be found in the Minnesota LPC and LPCC
Requirements.
Additional Links:
Minnesota FAQ: http://mn.gov/health-licensing-boards/behavioral-health/lpcandlpcc/lpclpccfaqs.jsp
Minnesota LPC Requirements: http://mn.gov/health-licensing-boards/behavioralhealth/lpcandlpcc/lpcrequirementsandapplications%20.jsp
Minnesota LPCC Requirements: http://mn.gov/health-licensing-boards/behavioralhealth/lpcandlpcc/lpccrequirements.jsp
Minnesota Forms: http://mn.gov/health-licensing-boards/behavioralhealth/lpcandlpcc/lpcandlpccmiscforms.jsp
Minnesota Rules: http://mn.gov/health-licensing-boards/behavioralhealth/statutesandrules/lpcandlpccrules.jsp
Minnesota Statutes: http://mn.gov/health-licensing-boards/behavioralhealth/statutesandrules/lpcandlpccstatutes.jsp
Minnesota Counseling Association: http://mnca.org/
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Mississippi
Agency
State Board of Examiners for Licensed Professional Counselors
http://www.lpc.ms.gov/lpc/web.nsf
Website
Phone
(601) 359-1010
Address
239 North Lamar Street, Ste. 402, Jackson, MS 39201
Licensing
Licensed Professional Counselor
Requirements
 Applicants must demonstrate proof of the following:
1. Age of at least 21 years
2. Good moral character
3. US citizenship or documented immigrant status, and Mississippi
residency
4. Graduate degree in counseling or related field
5. 3,500 hours supervised field experience over no fewer than 2
years; 1 year (1,750 hours) may be pre-degree; 100 hours of the
total 3,500 must be supervision
6. A passing mark on the NCE or NCMHCE; only the NCMHCE will
be accepted after July 1, 2015
http://www.lpc.ms.gov/lpc/web.nsf/webpageedit/LNForms_PageForms_Appl
LPC
ication8162013spl/$FILE/APPLICATION%20FOR%20LPC%20WEBSITE%2008.16
Application
.13.pdf?OpenElement
Fees

$100 to apply
Reciprocity of Out-of-State Licensure
Requirements
 No specific reciprocity agreements exist between Mississippi and any
other jurisdictions
 Applicants must submit the general LPC application with
documentation of an existing license in good standing
Fees
 $100 to apply
Educational Requirements
Qualifying degree programs in Mississippi must be at least 60 semester hours in duration,
distributed across the general content areas. Further information can be found in the
Mississippi Rules and Regulations.
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Additional Links:
Mississippi FAQ:
http://www.lpc.ms.gov/lpc/web.nsf/webpages/faqsleftnav_faqspage?OpenDocument
Mississippi Application Instructions:
http://www.lpc.ms.gov/lpc/web.nsf/webpageedit/LNForms_PageForms_splLPCApplicationInstructions/
$FILE/Application%20Process%202013.pdf?OpenElement
Mississippi Forms:
http://www.lpc.ms.gov/LPC/web.nsf/webpages/LNForms_PageForms?OpenDocument
Mississippi Statutes and Rules:
http://www.lpc.ms.gov/lpc/web.nsf/webpages/LNStatuteAndRules_PageStatuteAndRules?OpenDocum
ent
Mississippi Counseling Association: http://www.mscounselor.org
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Missouri
Agency
Committee for Professional Counselors
http://pr.mo.gov/counselors.asp
Website
Phone
(573) 751-0018
Address
3605 Missouri Boulevard, P.O. Box 1335, Jefferson City, MO 65102
Licensing
Licensed Professional Counselor
Requirements
 Applicants must demonstrate proof of the following:
1. Graduate degree in counseling or related field
2. Master’s level applicants must have 3,000 hours supervised field
experience over no fewer than 2 years of which 1,200 hours
must be direct client contact; Doctor’s level applicants must
have 1,500 hours over no more than 3 years of which 600 hours
must be direct client contact
3. A passing mark on the NCE and on the Missouri Legal and Ethical
Responsibilities Examination
http://pr.mo.gov/boards/counselors/Application_for_Licensure.pdf
LPC
Application
Fees
 $100 to apply
Provisional Licensure
Requirements

LPC
Application
Fees
Applicants must demonstrate proof of the following:
1. Graduate degree in counseling or related field
2. Registration with a board-approved supervisor
http://pr.mo.gov/boards/counselors/Application_for_Licensure.pdf

$100 to apply
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Reciprocity of Out-of-State Licensure
Requirements
 Applicants must demonstrate proof of the following
1. Age of at least 18 years
2. Good moral character
3. Approval by the AASCB OR
4. Certification in good standing from the NBCC OR
5. A license in good standing from a jurisdiction with similar
licensing requirements to Missouri
http://pr.mo.gov/boards/counselors/Application_for_Licensure.pdf
Application
Fees
 $100 to apply
Educational Requirements
Qualifying degree programs in Missouri must be at least 48 semester hours in duration,
distributed across the general content areas. 6 semester hours of practicum, internship, or
other supervised field experience must be included. Further information can be found in the
Missouri Regulations.
Additional Links:
Missouri FAQ: http://pr.mo.gov/boards/counselors/LPCFAQ.pdf
Missouri Application Instructions:
http://pr.mo.gov/boards/counselors/Application_for_Licensure_Instructions.pdf
Missouri Forms: http://pr.mo.gov/counselors-application-forms.asp
Missouri Regulations: http://www.sos.mo.gov/adrules/csr/current/20csr/20c2095-2.pdf
Missouri Statutes: http://pr.mo.gov/counselors-statutes.asp
American Counseling Association of Missouri: http://www.counselingmissouri.org/
Missouri Mental Health Counselor Association: http://mmhca.com/
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Montana
Agency
Montana Board of Social Work Examiners
http://bsd.dli.mt.gov/license/bsd_boards/swp_board/board_page.asp
Website
Phone
(406) 841-2305
Address
301 South Park, 4th Floor, P.O. Box 200513, Helena, MT 59620
Licensing
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
Requirements
 Applicants must demonstrate proof of the following:
1. Graduate degree in counseling or related field
2. 3,000 hours supervised field experience of which a min. 1,500
must be completed post-degree; 1,000 of the post degree hours
must be direct client contact,
3. A passing mark on the NCE or NCMHCE
(Paper)
http://bsd.dli.mt.gov/license/bsd_boards/swp_board/pdf/pc_app.pdf
LPC
(Online) https://ebiz.mt.gov/pol/
Application
Fees

Three references are required

$200 to apply
Reciprocity of Out-of-State Licensure
Requirements
 Applicants must demonstrate proof of the following
1. A license in good standing in a jurisdiction with licensing
requirements similar to those of Montana
2. Education acceptable to the board
3. Supervised experience OR 2 continuous years of licensed
practice acceptable to the board
4. A passing score on the NCE or NMHCE
http://pr.mo.gov/boards/counselors/Application_for_Licensure.pdf
Application
Fees
 $200 to apply
Educational Requirements
Qualifying degree programs in Montana must be at least 60 semester hours in duration,
distributed across the general content areas. Supervised experience of 200 hours, 80 of which
must be direct client contact, must be included. Further information can be found in the
Montana Administrative Rules.
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Additional Links:
Montana FAQ: http://bsd.dli.mt.gov/license/bsd_boards/swp_board/board_page.asp
Montana Forms: http://bsd.dli.mt.gov/license/bsd_boards/swp_board/board_page.asp
Montana Administrative Rules:
http://www.mtrules.org/gateway/Subchapterhome.asp?scn=24%2E219.6
Montana Code: http://leg.mt.gov/bills/mca_toc/37_23.htm
Montana Licensed Clinical Professional Counselors Association: http://mlcpca.org/
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Nebraska
Agency
Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services
http://dhhs.ne.gov/publichealth/Pages/crl_mhcs_mental_cpc.aspx
Website
Phone
(402) 471-2117
Address
301 Centennial Mall South, 3rd Floor, P.O. Box 94986, Lincoln, NE 68509
Licensing
Licensed Mental Health Practitioner
Requirements
 Applicants must demonstrate proof of the following:
1. Age of at least 18 years
2. Good moral character
3. Graduate degree in therapeutic mental health or related field
4. 3,000 hours supervised field experience earned in the 5 years
prior to application for licensure
5. A passing mark on the NCE or NCMHCE
 NB: The LMHP designation must be combined with CPC status for
practice as an LPC. Applicants may choose both options on the general
application.
 http://dhhs.ne.gov/publichealth/Documents/MHPapp.pdf
LMHP
Application
Fees
 Vary by date of application; see chart in application
Provisionally Licensed Mental Health Practicioner
Requirements
 Applicants must demonstrate proof of the following:
1. Age of at least 18 years
2. Good moral character
3. Graduate degree in therapeutic mental health or related field
4. Arranged supervision with a qualified supervisor
http://dhhs.ne.gov/publichealth/Licensure/Documents/MHPProvisionalApp.p
PLMHP
df
Application
Fees
 $125 to apply
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Certified Professional Counselor
Requirements
 Applicants must demonstrate proof of the following:
1. LMHP licensure or application for LMHP licensure
2. Graduate degree in counseling or related field
3. 3,000 hours supervised field experience earned in the 5 years
prior to application for licensure
4. A passing mark on the NCE or NCMHCE
 NB: The CBC designation must be combined LMHP status for practice as
an LPC. Applicants may choose both options on the general application.
http://dhhs.ne.gov/publichealth/Documents/MHPapp.pdf
CPC
Application
Fees
 Vary by date of application; see chart in application
Reciprocity of Out-of-State Licensure
Requirements
 LMHP applicants must demonstrate proof of the following
1. Age of at least 18 years
2. Good moral character
3. Documentation of licensing regulations equivalent to those of
Nebraska
4. Education acceptable to the board
5. Active practice in the original licensing jurisdiction for at least
one year prior to application in Nebraska, and engagement in
practice under that license in a residency or graduate training
program acceptable to the Board for at least one of the three
years preceding application to Nebraska
6. A passing score on the NCE or NMHCE
 CPC applicants must provide the above, as well as proof of application
for LMHP status
http://dhhs.ne.gov/publichealth/Documents/MHPapp.pdf
Application
Fees
 Vary by date of application; see chart in application
Educational Requirements
Qualifying graduate degree programs in Nebraska must distribute total hours across the general
content areas and include at least 300 hours of supervised direct client contact through
internship or practicum. Further information can be found in the Nebraska Regulations.
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Additional Links:
Nebraska LMHP Forms and Information:
http://dhhs.ne.gov/publichealth/Pages/crl_mhcs_mental_lmhprequire.aspx
Nebraska PLMHP Forms and Information:
http://dhhs.ne.gov/publichealth/Pages/crl_mhcs_mental_plmhp.aspx
Nebraska CPC Forms and Information:
http://dhhs.ne.gov/publichealth/Pages/crl_mhcs_mental_cpc.aspx
Nebraska Regulations: http://www.sos.state.ne.us/rules-andregs/regsearch/Rules/Health_and_Human_Services_System/Title-172/Chapter-094.pdf
Nebraska Counseling Association: http://www.necounseling.org/
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Nevada
Agency
Board of Examiners for Marriage and Family Therapists & Clinical Professional Counselors
http://marriage.nv.gov/
Website
Phone
(702) 486-7388
Address
946 West Lake Mead Boulevard #11-K, Las Vegas, NV 89134
(Mailing address: P.O. Box 370130)
Licensing
Clinical Professional Counselor
Requirements
 Applicants must demonstrate proof of the following:
1. Age of at least 21 years
2. Good moral character
3. United States citizenship or legal documentation to permit work
in the United States
4. Graduate degree in counseling or related field
5. 3,000 hours supervised field experience earned over no fewer
than 2 years; 1,500 hours must be direct client contact 100
hours must be supervision
6. A passing mark on the NCMHCE
http://marriage.nv.gov/uploadedFiles/marriagenvgov/content/Application/CP
CPC
C_Application.pdf
Application
Fees

Requires three letters of reference


$75 to apply
$50 for license
Clinical Professional Counselor Intern
Requirements
 Applicants must demonstrate proof of the following:
1. Age of at least 21 years
2. Good moral character
3. United States citizenship or legal documentation to permit work
in the United States
4. Graduate degree in counseling or related field
5. Engagement of a qualified supervisor
http://marriage.nv.gov/uploadedFiles/marriagenvgov/content/Application/CP
CPCI
C_Application.pdf
Application
Fees
 $75 to apply
 $50 for license
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Interim Permit for an Out-of-State License
Requirements
 Applicants must demonstrate proof of the following:
1. Age of at least 21 years
2. Good moral character
3. United States citizenship or legal documentation to permit work
in the United States
4. Graduate degree in counseling or related field
5. 3,000 hours supervised field experience earned over no fewer
than 2 years; 1,500 hours must be direct client contact 100
hours must be supervision
6. A passing mark on the NCMHCE or intent to sit for it
7. An equivalent license in good standing in another jurisdiction
http://marriage.nv.gov/uploadedFiles/marriagenvgov/content/Application/CP
Application
C_Application.pdf
Fees


$75 to apply
$50 for license
Educational Requirements
Qualifying graduate degree programs in Nevada must be a minimum 48 hours in duration,
distributed over the general content areas. Further information can be found in the Nevada
Rules and Regulations.
Additional Links:
Nevada Forms and Information: http://marriage.nv.gov/Services/CPC/
Nevada Rules and Regulations: http://marriage.nv.gov/Regs/NRS-NAC/
Nevada Mental Health Counselors Association: http://nvmhca.groupsite.com/main/summary
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New Hampshire
Agency
New Hampshire Board of Mental Health Practice
http://www.nh.gov/mhpb/
Website
Phone
(603) 271-6762
Address
117 Pleasant Street, Dolloff Building, Concord, NH 03301
Licensing
Clinical Mental Health Counselor
Requirements
 Applicants must demonstrate proof of the following:
1. Graduate degree in counseling or related field
2. 3,000 hours supervised field experience earned over no fewer
than 2 years
3. A passing mark on the NCMHCE
 http://www.nh.gov/mhpb/documents/MentalHealthCounselorApplication.do
CMHC
c
Application
Fees

Requires three letters of reference


$150 to apply
$135 for license
Reciprocity of Out-of-State Licensure
Requirements
 Applicants must demonstrate proof of the following:
1. Graduate degree in counseling or related field
2. 3,000 hours supervised field experience earned over no fewer
than 2 years
3. A passing mark on the NCMHCE
4. An equivalent license in good standing in another jurisdiction
 http://www.nh.gov/mhpb/documents/MentalHealthCounselorApplication.do
Application
c
Fees


$150 to apply
$135 for license
Educational Requirements
Qualifying graduate degree programs in New Hampshire must be a minimum 60 hours in
duration, distributed over the general content areas. Further information can be found in the
New Hampshire Laws and Rules.
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Additional Links:
New Hampshire FAQ: http://www.nh.gov/mhpb/faq.html
New Hampshire Forms: http://www.nh.gov/mhpb/forms.html
New Hampshire Laws and Rules: http://www.nh.gov/mhpb/laws.html
New Hampshire Mental Health Counselors’ Association: http://www.nhmhca.org/
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New Jersey
Agency
Professional Counselor Examiners Committee
http://www.njconsumeraffairs.gov/proc/
Website
Phone
(973) 504-6582
Address
P.O. Box 45007, Newark, NJ 07101
Licensing
Licensed Professional Counselor
Requirements
 Applicants must demonstrate proof of the following:
1. At least 18 years of age
2. Good moral character
3. Graduate degree in counseling or related field
4. 4,500 hours pre- and/or post-degree supervised field experience
earned over no fewer than 3 years OR 3,00 supervised field
experience and 30 graduate semester hours in areas related to
counseling beyond the degree
5. A passing mark on the NCE
http://www.njconsumeraffairs.gov/proc/pcappl.pdf
CMHC
Application
Fees
 $75 to apply
 Fee for license varies by year applied; see Regulations
Associate Licensed Professional Counselor
Requirements
 Applicants must demonstrate proof of the following:
1. At least 18 years of age
2. Good moral character
3. Graduate degree in counseling or related field
4. A passing mark on the NCE
 http://www.njconsumeraffairs.gov/proc/pcappl.pdf
CMHC
Application
Fees
 $75 to apply
 Fee for license varies by year applied; see Regulations
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Reciprocity of Out-of-State Licensure
Requirements
 Out-of-State applicants must demonstrate proof of an equivalent
license in good standing in another jurisdiction
 Applicants for licensure by Endorsement must demonstrate proof of
the following:
1. Practice under a national license for 3 years preceding
application to New Jersey
2. Registration with the AASCB
3. Education and experience requirements acceptable to the
Board
4. A passing mark on the NCE or NCMHCE
 http://www.nh.gov/mhpb/documents/MentalHealthCounselorApplication.do
Application
c
Fees


$75 to apply
Fee for license varies by year applied; see Regulations
Educational Requirements
Qualifying graduate degree programs in New Jersey must be a minimum 60 hours in duration,
45 credits of which must be distributed over the general content areas. Further information can
be found in the New Jersey Laws and Regulations.
Additional Links:
New Jersey Forms: http://www.njconsumeraffairs.gov/proc/proc_applications.htm
New Jersey Information and Directory: http://www.njconsumeraffairs.gov/proc/proc_licensee.htm
New Jersey Laws and Regulations: http://www.njconsumeraffairs.gov/proc/proc_rules.htm
New Jersey Counseling Association: http://www.njcounseling.org/
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New Mexico
Agency
Counseling and Therapy Practice Board
http://www.rld.state.nm.us/boards/Counseling_and_Therapy_Practice.aspx
Website
Phone
(505) 476-4622
Address
Toney Anaya Bldg, 2nd Floor, 25550 Cerrillos Road, Santa Fe, NM 87505
(Mailing address: P.O. Box 25101)
Licensing
Licensed Professional Clinical Mental Health Counselor
Requirements
 Applicants must demonstrate proof of the following:
1. At least 21 years of age
2. Graduate degree in counseling or related field
3. 3,000 hours supervised clinical counseling experience acquired
over now fewr than 2 years; 1,000 hours may be acquired predegree, 100 hours of the total 3,000 must be supervision
4. A passing mark on the NCE and NCMHCE
http://www.rld.state.nm.us/uploads/FileLinks/489397377df94a8f9a6b5223f8
LPCC
6db659/LPCC_LMFT_LPAT001_4.pdf
Application
Fees
 $75 to apply
 $220 for license
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Requirements
 This designation is for those who have not yet completed the
supervision requirement for LPCC licensure
 Applicants must demonstrate proof of the following:
1. At least 21 years of age
2. Graduate degree in counseling or related field
3. Arrangement for supervised experience with a qualified
supervisor
http://www.rld.state.nm.us/uploads/FileLinks/489397377df94a8f9a6b5223f8
LMHC
6db659/LMHC_LAMFT001_2.pdf
Application
Fees
 $75 to apply
 $75 for license
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Reciprocity of Out-of-State Licensure
Requirements
 Applicants for licensure by Endorsement must demonstrate proof of
the following:
1. 5 years’ practice under a license in good standing
2. A graduate degree in counseling or a related field
 Applicants that do not have 5 years of practice must follow the general
application process
http://www.rld.state.nm.us/uploads/FileLinks/489397377df94a8f9a6b5223f8
Application
6db659/LPCC_LMFT_LPAT001_4.pdf
Fees


$75 to apply
$220 for license
Educational Requirements
Qualifying graduate degree programs in New Mexico must be a minimum 48 hours in duration,
distributed over the general content areas and including 9 semester hours of practicum.
Further information can be found in the New Mexico Rules and Laws.
Additional Links:
New Mexico FAQ: http://www.rld.state.nm.us/boards/Counseling_and_Therapy_Practice_FAQs.aspx
New Mexico Forms:
http://www.rld.state.nm.us/boards/Counseling_and_Therapy_Practice_Forms_and_Applications.aspx
New Mexico Rules and Laws:
http://www.rld.state.nm.us/boards/Counseling_and_Therapy_Practice_Rules_and_Laws.aspx
New Mexico Counseling Association: http://nmca-nm.org/
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New York
Agency
Office of the Professions
http://www.op.nysed.gov/prof/mhp/
Website
Phone
(518) 474-3817
Address
State Education Building, 2nd Floor, Albany, NY 12234
Licensing
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Requirements
 Applicants must demonstrate proof of the following:
1. At least 21 years of age
2. Good moral character
3. Graduate degree in counseling or related field
4. 3,000 hours supervised mental health counseling experience;
1,500 hours must be direct client contact
5. A passing mark on the NCMHCE
6. Coursework or training on identification and reporting of child
abuse offered by a NY state-approved provider
http://www.op.nysed.gov/prof/mhp/mental_health_counselor_application_p
LPCC
acket_october2010.pdf
Application
Fees
 $371 for application and initial registration
Limited Permit
Requirements


LMHC
Application
Fees
This designation is for those who have not yet completed the
supervision requirement for LPCC licensure
Applicants must demonstrate proof of the following:
1. At least 21 years of age
2. Good moral character
3. Graduate degree in counseling or related field
http://www.op.nysed.gov/prof/mhp/mhc5.pdf

$70 for permit
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Endorsement of Out-of-State Licensure
Requirements
 Applicants must demonstrate proof of the following:
1. At least 21 years of age
2. 5 years of licensed practice in the 10 years preceding
application to New York
3. A graduate degree in counseling or a related field
4. Supervised experience acceptable to the board
5. A passing mark on the NCMHC or equivalent exam
 Applicants without 5 years of practice must apply for initial license
http://www.op.nysed.gov/prof/mhp/mental_health_counselor_application_p
Application
acket_october2010.pdf
Fees

$371 for application and licensure
Educational Requirements
Qualifying graduate degree programs in New York must be a minimum 60 hours in duration,
distributed over the general content areas. A supervised internship or practicum of 600 clock
hours must be included. Further information can be found in the New York Regulations.
Additional Links:
New York FAQ: http://www.op.nysed.gov/prof/mhp/mhp-education-faq.htm
New York Forms: http://www.op.nysed.gov/prof/mhp/mhcforms.htm
New York Regulations: http://www.op.nysed.gov/prof/mhp/section52-32.htm;
http://www.op.nysed.gov/prof/mhp/subpart79-9.htm
New York Laws: http://www.op.nysed.gov/prof/mhp/article163.htm
New York Mental Health Counselors Association: http://www.nymhca.org/
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North Carolina
Agency
North Carolina Board of Licensed Professional Counselors
http://www.ncblpc.org/
Website
Phone
(518) 474-3817
Address
State Education Building, 2nd Floor, Albany, NY 12234
Licensing
Licensed Professional Counselor
Requirements
 Applicants must demonstrate proof of the following:
1. Graduate degree in counseling or related field
2. 3,000 hours post-degree supervised professional practice, 2,000
of which must be direct counseling contact and 100 of which
must be supervision
3. A passing mark on the NCE, NCMHCE, or equivalent exam
4. A passing mark on the North Carolina Jurisprudence Exam
(Paper)
LPC
http://www.ncblpc.org/forms/01_Licensure_Application_Forms/Licensure_A
Application
pplication.pdf
(Online) http://www.ncblpc.org/license-app
Fees

$100 to apply
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate
Requirements
 This designation is for those who have not yet completed the
supervision requirement for LPC licensure
 Applicants must demonstrate proof of the following of a graduate
degree in counseling or related field
(Paper)
LPCA
http://www.ncblpc.org/forms/01_Licensure_Application_Forms/Licensure_A
Application
pplication.pdf
(Online) http://www.ncblpc.org/license-app
Fees

$100 to apply
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Endorsement of Out-of-State Licensure
Requirements
 Applicants must demonstrate proof of the following:
1. Documentation of a license in good standing in another
jurisdiction
2. Education and supervised experience acceptable to the board
(Paper)
Application
http://www.ncblpc.org/forms/01_Licensure_Application_Forms/Licensure_A
pplication.pdf
(Online) http://www.ncblpc.org/license-app
Fees

$100 to apply
Educational Requirements
Qualifying graduate degree programs in North Carolina vary by date of entry. If enrolled prior to
July 1, 2009, programs must be 48 semester hours in duration. If enrolled after June 30, 2009
and prior to July 1, 2013, programs must be 54 semester hours in duration. If enrolled after
June 30, 2013, programs must be 60 semester hours in duration. However long the program,
credits must be distributed over the general content areas. A supervised internship or
practicum of 300 hours graduate counseling experience is required, including 17 hours min.
supervision and 180 hours direct client contact. Further information can be found in the North
Carolina Laws and Codes.
Additional Links:
North Carolina Forms: http://www.ncblpc.org/ncblpc-forms
North Carolina Laws and Codes: http://www.ncblpc.org/law-and-codes
Licensed Professional Counselors Association of North Carolina: http://www.lpcanc.org
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North Dakota
Agency
North Dakota Board of Counselor Examiners
http://www.ndbce.org
Website
Phone
(701) 667-5969
Address
2112 10th Avenue SE, Mandan, ND 58554
Licensing
Licensed Professional Counselor
Requirements
 Applicants must demonstrate proof of the following:
1. Graduate degree in counseling or related field
2. 3,000 post-degree supervised experience over no fewer than 2
years; 100 hours must be supervision, 60 of those must be faceto-face
3. A passing mark on the NCE
http://www.ndbce.org/PDFs/LPC-app.pdf
LPC
 Requires three letters of recommendation
Application
Fees
 $150 to apply
Licensed Associate Professional Counselor
Requirements
 This designation is for those who have not yet completed the
supervision requirement for LPC licensure
 Applicants must demonstrate proof of the following:
1. Graduate degree in counseling or related field
2. Written plan to acquire required supervised experience under a
qualified supervisor
3. A passing mark on the NCE
http://www.ndbce.org/PDFs/LAPC-app.pdf
LAPC
Application
Fees
 $150 to apply
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Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Requirements
 Applicants must demonstrate proof of the following:
1. Graduate degree in clinical counseling or related field
2. 3,000 post-degree supervised experience over no fewer than 2
years; 100 hours must be supervision, 60 of those must be faceto-face
3. A passing mark on the NMHCE
http://www.ndbce.org/PDFs/LPCC_application.pdf
LPCC

Requires three letters of recommendation and a 30-minute videotaped
Application
demonstration of clinical skills
Fees

$150 to apply
Reciprocity of Out-of-State Licensure
Requirements
 Applicants must provide the following:
1. Documentation of a license in good standing from another
jurisdiction
2. A copy of the licensing requirements for that jurisdiction
3. Name and address of the licensing body in that jurisdiction
4. Documentation of a passing mark on the NCE or equivalent
exam
http://www.ndbce.org/PDFs/ReciprocityApplication.pdf
Application
Fees
 $150 to apply
Educational Requirements
Qualifying graduate degree programs for LPC licensure in North Dakota must consist of 60
semester hours distributed over the general content areas. LPCC applicants must have a
minimum 60 semester hours of coursework over the general content areas as well as areas
specific to clinical practice. A supervised practicum or internship of 800 clinical hours is
required. Further information can be found in the North Dakota Code and in the relevant
Applications.
Additional Links:
North Dakota Forms: http://www.ndbce.org/forms.shtml
North Dakota Code: http://www.legis.nd.gov/information/acdata/pdf/97-02-01.pdf?20131019204218
North Dakota Counseling Association: http://www.ndcounseling.org/
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Ohio
Agency
Counselor, Social Worker and Marriage & Family Therapist Board
http://www.cswmft.ohio.gov/
Website
Phone
(614) 466-0912
Address
50 West Broad Street, Ste. 1075, Columbus, OH 43215
Licensing
Licensed Professional Counselor
Requirements
 Applicants must demonstrate proof of the following:
1. Good moral character
2. Graduate degree in counseling or related field
3. Master’s level applicants must have 2 years post-degree
supervised experience; doctor’s level applicants must have 1
year post-degree supervised experience
4. A passing mark on the NCE
5. Completion of the Laws and Rules exam (online)
 Applications are mailed with exam approval letters
LPC
Application
Fees
 $60 to apply
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Requirements
 Applicants must demonstrate proof of the following:
1. Graduate degree in clinical counseling or related field
2. 3,000 post-degree supervised experience over no fewer than 2
years; 100 hours must be supervision, 60 of those must be faceto-face
3. A passing mark on the NMHCE
4. Completion of the Laws and Rules exam (online)
 Applications are mailed with exam approval letters
LPCC
 Requires three letters of recommendation and a 30-minute videotaped
Application
demonstration of clinical skills
Fees

$150 to apply
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Reciprocity of Out-of-State Licensure
Requirements
 Applicants must provide the following:
1. Documentation of a license in good standing from another
jurisdiction
2. Documentation of education and experience acceptable to the
board
3. Documentation of any licensing exam taken by the applicant
http://cswmft.ohio.gov/pdfs/ConOSInf.pdf
Instructions
Fees
 $75 to apply
Educational Requirements
Qualifying graduate degree programs for licensure in Ohio must consist of 90 quarter hours,
distributed over the general content areas. A practicum of minimum 100 hours (including 40
hours direct client contact) and an internship of no fewer than 600 hours, 240 hours of which
must be direct client contact, is required. LPCC applicants must have completed a minimum 30
quarter hours of clinical coursework. Further information can be found in the Ohio Laws and
Rules.
Additional Links:
Ohio Forms and FAQ: http://www.cswmft.ohio.gov/FormsC.stm
Ohio Laws and Rules: http://cswmft.ohio.gov/pdfs/4757.pdf
Ohio Counseling Association: http://www.ohiocounseling.org/
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Oklahoma
Agency
Division of Professional Counselor Licensing
http://www.ok.gov/health/Protective_Health/Professional_Counselor_Licensing_Division/
Website
Phone
(405) 271-6030
Address
1000 NE 10th Street, Oklahoma City, OK 73117
Licensing
Licensed Professional Counselor
Requirements
 Applicants must demonstrate proof of the following:
1. Age of at least 21 years
2. Good moral character
3. Graduate degree in counseling or related field
4. 3 years or 3,000 hours post-degree supervised experience, 1,50
hours of which must be direct client contact
5. A passing mark on the NCE
6. A passing mark on the Oklahoma Legal and Ethical
Responsibilities Examination
http://www.ok.gov/health2/documents/APPLICATION%20PACKET%20LPC
%20UNIVERSAL%20(Updated%201-10-2013).pdf
Application
Fees
 $145 to apply
 $90 for license
Reciprocity of Out-of-State Licensure
Requirements
 Applicants must provide the following:
1. Documentation of a license in good standing from another
jurisdiction
2. Documentation of education and experience acceptable to the
board
3. Documentation of a passing mark on the NCE
4. A passing mark on the Oklahoma Legal and Ethical
Responsibilities Examination
http://www.ok.gov/health2/documents/APPLICATION%20PACKET%20Application
%20ENDORSEMENT%20(Updated%201-19-2012).pdf
Fees


$145 to apply
$90 for license
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Educational Requirements
Qualifying graduate degree programs for licensure in Oklahoma must be 60 semester hours in
duration covering the general content areas. A practicum of 300 clock hours counseling
experience is required. Further information can be found in the Oklahoma Acts and
Regulations.
Additional Links:
Oklahoma Forms:
http://www.ok.gov/health/Protective_Health/Professional_Counselor_Licensing_Division/Professional_
Counselor_Licensing_Forms/index.html
Oklahoma Acts and Regulations:
http://www.ok.gov/health2/documents/ACT%20AND%20REGULATIONS%20-%20LPC%20-%207-252013.pdf
Oklahoma Counseling Association: http://.oklahomacounseling.org
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Oregon
Agency
Board of Licensed Professional Counselors and Therapists
http://www.oregon.gov/OBLPCT/pages/index.aspx
Website
Phone
(503) 378-5499
Address
3218 Pringle Road SE, Ste. 250, Salem, OR 97302
Licensing
Licensed Professional Counselor
Requirements
 Applicants must demonstrate proof of the following:
1. Graduate degree in counseling or related field
2. 2,400 hours supervised direct client contact, 400 of which may
be completed as part of a pre-degree internship
3. A passing mark on the NCE, NCMHCE, or equivalent exam
4. A passing mark on the Oregon BLPCT Law and Rules Exam
http://www.oregon.gov/oblpct/ActionDocs/Form%201%20LPC
%20Application%20Form.pdf
Application
Fees
 $125 to apply
 $100 for license
Registered Intern
Requirements
LPC
Application
Fees

Applicants must demonstrate proof of the following:
1. Graduate degree in counseling or related field
2. A Registered Internship Plan
http://www.oregon.gov/oblpct/ActionDocs/Form%201%20%20Application%20Form.pdf


$125 to apply
$100 for license
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Reciprocity of Out-of-State Licensure
Requirements
 Applicants must provide the following:
1. Documentation of a license in good standing from another
jurisdiction
2. Documentation of education and experience acceptable to the
board
3. Documentation of a passing mark on a state or national
competency exam
4. A passing mark on the Oregon BLPCT Law and Rules Exam
http://www.oregon.gov/oblpct/ActionDocs/Form%201%20Application
%20Application%20Form.pdf
Fees


$125 to apply
$100 for license
Educational Requirements
Qualifying graduate degree programs for licensure in Oregon vary by date completed. Degrees
granted prior to October 1, 2014 must be 48 semester hours in duration and include supervised
field experience of 600 hours (240 hours direct client contact). Graduate degrees granted on or
after October 1, 2014 must be 60 semester hours in duration and include supervised field
experience of 700 hours (280 hours direct client contact). All coursework must cover the
general content areas. A practicum of 300 clock hours counseling experience is required.
Further information can be found in the Oregon Laws and Rules.
Additional Links:
Oregon FAQ: http://www.oregon.gov/oblpct/Pages/web-gb.aspx
Oregon Forms: http://www.oregon.gov/oblpct/Pages/Forms.aspx
Oregon Laws and Rules: http://www.oregon.gov/oblpct/Pages/web-lr.aspx
Oregon Counseling Association: http://or-counseling.org/
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Pennsylvania
Agency
Board of Licensed Professional Counselors and Therapists
http://www.portal.state.pa.us/portal/server.pt/community/state_board_of_social
Website
_workers%2C_marriage_and_family_therapists_and_professional_counselors/
Phone
Address
(717) 783-1389
P.O. Box 2649, Harrisburg, PA 17105
Licensing
Licensed Professional Counselor
Requirements
 Applicants must demonstrate proof of the following:
1. Good moral character
2. Graduate degree in counseling or related field
3. Master’s level applicants must have 3 years/3,600 hours of
supervised clinical experience, which may be obtained after 48
semester hours of education have been completed; Doctor’s
level applicants must have 2 year/2,400 hours of supervised
clinical experience, 1 year/1,200 hours of which may be
obtained pre-degree
4. A passing mark on the NCE, CRC, or equivalent exam
 NB: Examination is not required of applicants who hold national
certification from an organization such as the NBCC
http://www.portal.state.pa.us/portal/server.pt/gateway/PTARGS_0_160484_
LPC
764065_0_0_18/professional_counselor_app.pdf
Application
Fees

Requires two recommendations

$45 for application and licensure
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Reciprocity and Endorsement of Out-of-State Licensure
Requirements
 Applicants for reciprocity must provide the following:
1. Documentation of a license in good standing from another
jurisdiction that accepts licenses from Pennsylvania
2. Documentation of education and experience acceptable to the
board
3. Documentation of a passing mark on a state or national
competency exam
 Applicants for endorsement need not be from a jurisdiction that
accepts Pennsylvania licenses, but must have practiced professional
counseling for at least 5 of the 7 years preceding application to
Pennsylvania.
http://www.portal.state.pa.us/portal/http;//www.portal.state.pa.us;80/porta
Application
l/server.pt/gateway/PTARGS_0_159777_1201798_0_0_18/pc%20app%20end
orsement.pdf
Fees

$45 for application and licensure
Educational Requirements
Qualifying graduate degree programs in Pennsylvania must be 60 semester hours in duration
distributed over the general content areas. Further information can be found in the
Pennsylvania Law.
Additional Links:
Pennsylvania FAQ:
http://www.portal.state.pa.us/portal/http;//www.portal.state.pa.us;80/portal/server.pt/gateway/PTAR
GS_0_159777_1228797_0_0_18/FAQs%20professional%20counselor%20license%2003-12.pdf
Pennsylvania Forms:
http://www.portal.state.pa.us/portal/server.pt/community/state_board_of_social_workers,_marriage_
and_family_therapists_and_professional_counselors/12524/licensure_information/572107
Pennsylvania Law:
http://www.portal.state.pa.us/portal/http;//www.portal.state.pa.us;80/portal/server.pt/gateway/PT
ARGS_0_159777_1330158_0_0_18/SocWorkAct.pdf
Pennsylvania Rules and Regulations:
http://www.portal.state.pa.us/portal/server.pt/community/state_board_of_social_workers,_marriage_
and_family_therapists_and_professional_counselors/12524/rules___regulations/572104
Pennsylvania Counseling Association: http://www.pacounseling.org
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Rhode Island
Agency
Board of Mental Health Counselors and Marriage and Family Therapists
http://www.health.ri.gov/licenses/healthcare/
Website
Phone
(401) 222-2828
Address
3 Capitol Hill, Rm. 104, Providence, RI 02908
Licensing
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Requirements
 Applicants must demonstrate proof of the following:
1. Good moral character
2. Graduate degree in counseling or related field
3. 2 years/2,000 hours post-degree supervised direct client
contact, including 100 hours of supervised case work
4. A passing mark on the NCMHCE
http://www.health.ri.gov/applications/MentalHealthCounselor.pdf
LMHC
Application
Fees
 $70 to apply
Endorsement of Out-of-State Licensure
Requirements
 Applicants for reciprocity must provide the following:
1. Documentation of a license in good standing from another
jurisdiction
2. Documentation of education and experience acceptable to the
board
3. Documentation of a passing mark on a state or national
competency exam
http://www.health.ri.gov/applications/MentalHealthCounselor.pdf
Application
Fees
 $70 to apply
Educational Requirements
Qualifying graduate degree programs in Rhode Island must be 60 semester hours in duration
distributed over the general content areas. A minimum 12-semester-hour practicum and a 1year/1,040-clock-hour supervised internship must be included. Further information can be
found in the Rhode Island Rules and Regulations.
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Additional Links:
Rhode Island Forms: http://www.health.ri.gov/licenses/healthcare/#mental
Rhode Island Rules and Regulations:
http://sos.ri.gov/documents/archives/regdocs/released/pdf/DOH/7018.pdf
Rhode Island Mental Health Counselors Association: http://www.rimhca.org/
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South Carolina
Agency
Board of Examiners for Licensure of Professional Counselors, Marriage and Family Therapists
and Psycho-Educational Specialists
http://www.llr.state.sc.us/POL/Counselors
Website
Phone
(803) 896-4658
Address
110 Centerview Drive, Columbia SC, 29210
(Mailing address: P.O. Box 11329, Columbia, SC 29211)
Licensing
Licensed Professional Counselor
Requirements
 Applicants must demonstrate proof of the following:
1. An active, valid license as an LPC Intern (see below)
2. 2 years/1,500 hours post-degree supervised direct client
contact, including 150 hours of immediate supervision
http://www.cce-global.org/Downloads/Apps/SC-LPCapp.pdf
LPC
Application
Fees
 $170 to apply
 $200 for license
Licensed Professional Counselor Intern
Requirements
 Applicants must demonstrate proof of the following:
1. Graduate degree in counseling or related field
2. A passing mark on a board-approved exam, such as the NCE
3. A supervision plan for experience under a qualified supervisor
http://www.cce-global.org/Downloads/Apps/SC-LPCapp.pdf
LPCI
Application
Fees
 $170 to apply
 $150 for license
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Endorsement of Out-of-State Licensure
Requirements
 Applicants for reciprocity must provide the following:
1. Documentation of a license in good standing from another
jurisdiction
2. Documentation of education and experience acceptable to the
board
http://www.cce-global.org/Downloads/Apps/SC-LPCapp.pdf
Application
Fees
 $70 to apply
Educational Requirements
Qualifying graduate degree programs in South Carolina must be a minimum 48 semester hours
in duration distributed over the general content areas. A minimum 150-hour practicum and a
600-hour supervised internship must be included. Further information can be found in the
South Carolina Laws and Regulations.
Additional Links:
South Carolina FAQ: http://www.llr.state.sc.us/POL/Counselors/index.asp?file=faq.htm
South Carolina Forms: http://www.llr.state.sc.us/POL/Counselors/index.asp?file=pub.htm
South Carolina Regulations: http://www.llr.state.sc.us/POL/Counselors/index.asp?file=laws.htm
South Carolina Counseling Association: http://www.sccounselor.org/
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South Dakota
Agency
Counselors and Marriage and Family Therapist Examiners
http://dss.sd.gov/behavioralhealthservices/licensingboards/board_examiners.asp
Website
Phone
(605) 331-2927
Address
P.O. Box 2164, Sioux Falls, SD 57101
Licensing
Licensed Professional Counselor
Requirements
 Applicants must demonstrate proof of the following:
1. At least 19 years if age
2. Good moral character
3. Residency in South Dakota
4. A graduate degree in counseling or related field
5. 2,000 hours post-degree supervised practice, including 800
hours of direct client contact
6. A passing mark on the NCE
http://dss.sd.gov/behavioralhealthservices/docs/CounselorsMarriageFamily/L
LPC
PCappMaster6.2012.doc
Application
Fees
 $100 to apply
 $100 for initial license
Licensed Professional Counselor – Mental Health
Requirements
 Applicants must demonstrate proof of the following:
1. At least 19 years of age
2. Good moral character
3. Residency in South Dakota
4. Graduate degree in counseling or related field
5. 2, 000 hours post-degree supervised practice, including 150
hours of direct supervision
6. A passing mark on the NCMHCE
http://dss.sd.gov/behavioralhealthservices/docs/CounselorsMarriageFamily/
LPCI
MHappmaster6.2012.doc
Application
Fees
 $100 to apply
 $100 for initial license
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Endorsement of Out-of-State Licensure
Requirements
 Applicants for reciprocity must provide the following:
3. Documentation of a license in good standing from another
jurisdiction with licensing requirements similar to those of
South Dakota
http://dss.sd.gov/behavioralhealthservices/docs/CounselorsMarriageFamily/L
LPC
PCEndsAppMaster6.2012.doc
Application
http://dss.sd.gov/behavioralhealthservices/docs/CounselorsMarriageFamily/
LPC-MH
MHEndorsappmaster6.2012.doc
Application
Fees
 $100 to apply
 $100 for initial licensure
Educational Requirements
Qualifying graduate degree programs in South Dakota must be a minimum 48 semester hours in
duration distributed over the general content areas. A practicum of 100 hours, including 40
hours direct client contact, and an internship of 600 hours, including 240 hours direct client
contact, are required. Further information can be found in the South Dakota Laws and
Regulations.
Additional Links:
South Dakota FAQ:
http://dss.sd.gov/behavioralhealthservices/licensingboards/board_examiners_faq.asp
South Dakota LPC Rules: http://legis.state.sd.us/rules/DisplayRule.aspx?Rule=20:68
South Dakota LPC-MH Rules: http://legis.state.sd.us/rules/DisplayRule.aspx?Rule=20:73
South Dakota Statutes:
http://legis.state.sd.us/statutes/DisplayStatute.aspx?Type=Statute&Statute=36-32
South Dakota Counseling Association: http://www.sdcounseling.org/
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Tennessee
Agency
Board of Licensed Professional Counselors, Licensed Marital and Family Therapists and
Licensed Pastoral Therapists
http://health.state.tn.us/boards/PC_MFT&CPT/
Website
Phone
(615) 532-3202/1-800-778-4123
Address
227 French Landing, Ste. 300, Nashville, TN 37243
Licensing
Licensed Professional Counselor
Requirements
 This designation does not allow the licensee to diagnose or treat
mental health disorders
 Applicants must demonstrate proof of the following:
1. At least 18 years if age
2. Good moral character
3. A graduate degree in counseling or related field
4. A minimum 1,040 hours post-degree supervised experience,
including 100 hours of supervision
5. A passing mark on the NCE
http://health.state.tn.us/boards/PC_MFT&CPT/PDFs/PH-2722.pdf
LPC
 Requires two letters of recommendation
Application
Fees
 $150 to apply
Licensed Professional Counselor/Mental Health Services Provider
Requirements
 Applicants must demonstrate proof of the following:
1. At least 18 years of age
2. Good moral character
3. Graduate degree in counseling or related field with education in
clinical topics
4. A minimum 1,040 hours post-degree supervised experience,
including 100 hours of supervision
5. A passing mark on the NCMHCE
http://health.state.tn.us/boards/PC_MFT&CPT/PDFs/PH-2722.pdf
LPC/MHSP
 Requires two letters of recommendation
Application
http://health.state.tn.us/boards/PC_MFT&CPT/PDFs/PH-3533.pdf
MHSP only
Fees
 $150 to apply for LPC/MHSP
 $85 to apply for MHSP designation only
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Endorsement of Out-of-State Licensure
Requirements
 Applicants for reciprocity must provide documentation of a license in
good standing from another jurisdiction with licensing requirements
similar to those of Tennessee
http://health.state.tn.us/boards/PC_MFT&CPT/PDFs/PH-2722.pdf
LPC

Requires two letters of recommendation
Application
Fees
 $150 to apply
Educational Requirements
Qualifying graduate degree programs in Tennessee must be 60 semester hours in duration
distributed over the general content areas. An internship of 500 hours, including 300 hours in a
mental health or community agency setting, is required. Applicants wishing to apply for Mental
Health Provider status must have a minimum 9 semester hours of education in clinical topics.
Further information can be found in the Tennessee Laws and Statutes.
Additional Links:
Tennessee Forms: http://health.state.tn.us/boards/PC_MFT&CPT/applications.htm
Tennessee Statutes: http://www.lexisnexis.com/hottopics/tncode/
Tennessee Rules: http://www.state.tn.us/sos/rules/0450/0450-01.20130123.pdf
Tennessee Licensed Professional Counselors Association: http://www.tlpca.net/
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Texas
Agency
Texas State Board of Examiners of Professional Counselors
http://www.dshs.state.tx.us/counselor/
Website
Phone
(512) 834-6658
Address
MC 1982, P.O. Box 149347, Austin, TX 78714
Licensing
Licensed Professional Counselor
Requirements
 This designation does not allow the licensee to diagnose or treat
mental health disorders
 Applicants must demonstrate proof of the following:
1. At least 18 years if age
2. Good moral character
3. A graduate degree in counseling or related field
4. 3,000 hours post-degree supervised experience, including 1,500
hours direct client contact; practicum hours over the required
300 may be counted
5. A passing mark on the NCE
6. A passing mark on the Texas jurisprudence exam
http://www.dshs.state.tx.us/WorkArea/linkit.aspx?LinkIdentifier=id&ItemID=
LPC
8589974279
Application
Fees
 $200 for application and license
Provisional Licensure for Out-of-State License Holders
Requirements
 Applicants for reciprocity must provide the following:
1. Documentation of a license in good standing from another
jurisdiction with licensing requirements similar to those of Texas
2. Documentation of passing marks on the NCE and on the Texas
Jurisprudence Exam
http://www.dshs.state.tx.us/WorkArea/linkit.aspx?LinkIdentifier=id&ItemID=
Application
8589974279
Fees


$200 to apply
$106 for biennial license
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Educational Requirements
Qualifying graduate degree programs in Texas must be a minimum 48 semester hours in
duration distributed over the general content areas. A practicum of 300 hours, including 100
hours direct client contact, is required. Further information can be found in the Texas Statutes
and Rules.
Additional Links:
Texas FAQ: http://www.dshs.state.tx.us/counselor/lpc_faqs.shtm
Texas Forms: http://www.dshs.state.tx.us/counselor/lpc_forms.shtm
Texas Statutes and Laws: http://www.dshs.state.tx.us/counselor/lpc_laws.shtm
Texas Rules and Regulations: http://www.dshs.state.tx.us/counselor/lpc_rules.shtm
Texas Counseling Association: www.txca.org
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Utah
Agency
Department of Occupational and Professional Licensing
http://www.dopl.utah.gov/licensing/professional_counseling.html
Website
Phone
(801) 530-6628
Address
160 East 300 South, Salt Lake City, UT 84111
Licensing
Clinical Mental Health Counselor
Requirements
 Applicants must demonstrate proof of the following:
1. Good moral character
2. A graduate degree in counseling or related field
3. 4,000 hours post-degree supervised experience, including 1,000
hours of mental health therapy
4. A passing mark on the NCE and NCMHCE
http://www.dopl.utah.gov/licensing/forms/applications/067_clinical_mental_
CMHC
health.pdf
Application
Fees
 $120 to apply
Associate Clinical Mental Health Counselor
Requirements
 This designation is for those who have not yet completed the required
post-degree supervised experience
 Applicants must demonstrate proof of the following:
1. Good moral character
2. A graduate degree in counseling or related field
http://www.dopl.utah.gov/licensing/forms/applications/067_clinical_mental_
ACMHC
health.pdf
Application
Fees
 $85 to apply
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Provisional Licensure for Out-of-State License Holders
Requirements
 Applicants for reciprocity must provide the following:
1. Documentation of a license in good standing from another
jurisdiction with licensing requirements similar to those of Texas
2. Documentation of practice for no fewer than 4,000 hours, of
which at least 1,000 must be in mental health therapy
http://www.dopl.utah.gov/licensing/forms/applications/067_clinical_mental_
Application
health.pdf
Fees

$120 to apply
Educational Requirements
Qualifying graduate degree programs in Utah must be a minimum 60 semester hours in
duration distributed over the general content areas. A practicum or internship of at least 1,000
supervised clinical training, including 400 hours of mental health therapy, is required Further
information can be found in the Utah Laws.
Additional Links:
Utah FAQ: http://www.dopl.utah.gov/faqs.html
Utah Laws: http://www.dopl.utah.gov/laws/58-60.pdf; http://www.dopl.utah.gov/laws/R156-60c.pdf
Utah Mental Health Counselors Association: http://umhca.org/
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Vermont
Agency
Board of Allied Mental Health
http://vtprofessionals.org/opr1/allied_mental_health/
Website
Phone
(802) 828-1505
Address
89 Main Street, 3rd Floor, Montpelier, VT 05620
Licensing
Clinical Mental Health Counselor
Requirements
 Applicants must demonstrate proof of the following:
1. Good moral character
2. A graduate degree in counseling or related field
3. 2 years/3,000 hours post-degree supervised experience, of
which 2,000 hours must be direct client contact and 100 hours
must be supervision
4. A passing mark on the NCE and NCMHCE
http://vtprofessionals.org/opr1/allied_mental_health/MHCforms/Mental%20
CMHC
Health%20Counselor%20Application%202013%200524.pdf
Application
Fees
 $125 to apply
Non-licensed, Non-certified Psychotherapist
Requirements
 This designation offers no certification of education or experience
 Applicants must disclose education and experience in their application
and to clients
http://vtprofessionals.org/opr1/allied_mental_health/Psychoforms/Psychoth
ACMHC
erapist%20Master%20Application%202013%200524.pdf
Application
Fees
 $75 to apply
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Provisional Licensure for Out-of-State License Holders
Requirements
 Applicants for reciprocity must provide the following:
1. Documentation of a license in good standing from another
jurisdiction
2. Documentation of the licensing statutes and rules from the
jurisdiction that issued the existing license
3. Documentation of education and experience acceptable to the
board
http://vtprofessionals.org/opr1/allied_mental_health/MHCforms/Mental%20
Application
Health%20Counselor%20Application%202013%200524.pdf
Fees

$125 to apply
Educational Requirements
Qualifying graduate degree programs in Vermont must be a minimum 60 semester hours in
duration distributed over the general content areas, including diagnosis and treatment of
mental health disorders. 1,000 hours of internship, or 900 hours of internship and 100 hours of
practicum, are required. A minimum of 600 of the required 1,000 hours must be included as
part of the degree. Further information can be found in the Vermont Rules and Laws.
Additional Links:
Vermont Forms: http://vtprofessionals.org/opr1/allied_mental_health/MHCforms.asp
Vermont Rules: http://vtprofessionals.org/opr1/allied_mental_health/rules/MH_Rules.pdf
Vermont Statutes: http://www.leg.state.vt.us/statutes/fullchapter.cfm?Title=26&Chapter=065
Vermont Mental Health Counselors Association: http://www.vtmhca.org/
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Virginia
Agency
Virginia Board of Counseling
http://www.dhp.virginia.gov/counseling/
Website
Phone
(804) 367-4610
Address
Perimeter Center, 9960 Mayland Drive, Ste. 300, Henrico, VA 23233
Licensing
Licensed Professional Counselor
Requirements
 Applicants must demonstrate proof of the following:
1. Good moral character
2. A graduate degree in counseling or related field
3. 4,000 hours of post-degree supervised clinical experience, of
which 2,000 hours must be direct client contact and 200 hours
must be supervision
4. A passing mark on the NCMHCE
http://www.dhp.virginia.gov/Forms/counseling/LPC/LPC_Application.doc
LPC
Application
Fees
 $140 for application and license
Endorsement of Out-of-State License
Requirements
 Applicants for reciprocity must provide the following:
1. Documentation of a license in good standing from another
jurisdiction
2. Documentation of education and experience acceptable to the
board OR documentation of 5 years (of the last 6 years
preceding application to Virginia) practice in counseling in the
jurisdiction of original license with a passing score on a national
competency exam
http://www.dhp.virginia.gov/Forms/counseling/LPC/LPC_Application.doc
Application
Fees
 $140 for application and licensure
Educational Requirements
Qualifying graduate degree programs in Virginia must be 60 semester hours in duration
distributed over the general content areas, including diagnosis and treatment of mental health
disorders. A supervised internship of 600 hours, including 240 hours of direct client contact, is
required. Further information can be found in the Virginia Laws and Regulations.
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Additional Links:
Virginia Forms: http://www.dhp.virginia.gov/counseling/counseling_forms.htm
Virginia Laws: http://www.dhp.virginia.gov/counseling/leg/Chapter%2035%20Counseling.doc
Virginia Regulations: http://www.dhp.virginia.gov/counseling/leg/LPC%204-14-10.doc
Virginia Association of Clinical Counselors: http://www.vacc.org/
Virginia Counselors Association: http://www.vcacounselors.org/
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Washington
Agency
Department of Health
http://www.doh.wa.gov/LicensesPermitsandCertificates/ProfessionsNewRenewor
Website
Update/MentalHealthCounselor.aspx
Phone
Address
(360) 236-4700
P.O. Box 1099, Olympia, WA 98507
Licensing
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Requirements
 Applicants must demonstrate proof of the following:
1. A graduate degree in counseling or related field OR certification
by a national board such as the NBCC
2. 3 years/3,000 hours of post-degree supervised clinical
experience, of which 1,200 hours must be direct client contact
and 100 hours must be supervision
3. 4 clock hours of AIDS education
4. A passing mark on the NCE or NCMHCE
http://www.doh.wa.gov/portals/1/Documents/Pubs/670036.pdf
LMHC
Application
Fees
 $281 for application and license
Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate
Requirements
 Applicants must demonstrate proof of the following:
1. A graduate degree in counseling or related field OR certification
by a national board such as the NBCC
2. Declaration of intent to work towards full licensure
http://www.doh.wa.gov/portals/1/Documents/Pubs/670100.pdf
LMHCA
Application
Fees
 $50 for application
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Endorsement of Out-of-State License
Requirements
 Applicants for reciprocity must provide the following:
1. Documentation of a license in good standing from another
jurisdiction
2. Documentation of education and experience acceptable to the
board
http://www.doh.wa.gov/portals/1/Documents/Pubs/670036.pdf
Application
Fees
 $281 for application and licensure
Educational Requirements
Qualifying graduate degree programs in Washington must be a minimum 45 semester hours in
duration distributed over the general content areas. Further information can be found in the
Washington Laws and Codes.
Additional Links:
Washington Forms:
http://www.doh.wa.gov/LicensesPermitsandCertificates/ProfessionsNewReneworUpdate/MentalHealth
Professions.aspx
Washington Laws:
http://www.doh.wa.gov/LicensesPermitsandCertificates/ProfessionsNewReneworUpdate/MentalHealth
Counselor/Laws.aspx
Washington Codes: http://apps.leg.wa.gov/WAC/default.aspx?cite=246-809
Washington Mental Health Counselors Association: http://www.wmhca.org/
Washington Counselors Association: http://wacounseling.org/
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West Virginia
Agency
West Virginia Board of Examiners in Counseling
http://www.wvbec.org/
Website
Phone
(800) 520-3852
Address
815 Quarrier Street, Ste. 212, Charleston, WV 25301
Licensing
Licensed Professional Counselor
Requirements
 Applicants must demonstrate proof of the following:
1. A graduate degree in counseling or related field
2. Master’s level applicants must have 3,000 hours of post-degree
supervised counseling experience; Doctor’s level applicants
must have 1,500 hours of post-degree supervised counseling
experience
3. A passing mark on the NCE
 Applications must be acquired by mail. A check for $30.00, payable to WVBEC,
LPC
must be mailed to the address above.
Application
Fees


See http://www.wvbec.org/becominganlpc.html for more detail
Applications require two professional references and three personal ones

$200 to apply
Reciprocity of Out-of-State License
Requirements
 Applicants for reciprocity must provide the following:
1. Documentation of a license in good standing from another
jurisdiction
2. Documentation of education and experience acceptable to the
board
3. Two professional references
 Follow the instructions outlined above
Application
Fees
 $200 to apply
Educational Requirements
Qualifying graduate degree programs in West Virginia must be a minimum 45 semester hours in
duration distributed over the general content areas. Further information can be found in the
West Virginia Legislative Rules.
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Additional Links:
West Virginia Forms: http://www.wvbec.org/popularforms.html
West Virginia Legislative Rules: http://www.wvbec.org/lpclegislativerules.html
West Virginia Licensed Professional Counselors Association: http://wvlpca.org/
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Wisconsin
Agency
Department of Safety and Professional Services
http://dsps.wi.gov/Default.aspx?Page=327ccb79-1373-4ce9-8a68-bfdd52ea3566
Website
Phone
(608) 266-2112
Address
1400 E. Washington Avenue, Rm. 112, Madison, WI 53703
(Mailing address: P.O. Box 8935, Madison, WI 53708)
Licensing
Licensed Professional Counselor
Requirements
 Applicants must demonstrate proof of the following:
1. A graduate degree in counseling or related field
2. Master’s level applicants must have 3,000 hours of post-degree
supervised counseling experience (1,000 hours direct client
contact); Doctor’s level applicants must have 1,000 hours of
post-degree supervised counseling experience
3. A passing mark on the NCE or NCMHCE
4. A passing mark on the Wisconsin Jurisprudence Exam
http://dsps.wi.gov/Documents/Credentialing%20Forms/Health%20Applicatio
LPC
n%20Forms/FM1962.pdf
Application
Fees
 $165 to apply
Professional Counselor Training License
Requirements
 This option is for those who have yet to complete their post-degree
supervision
 Applicants must demonstrate proof of the following:
1. A graduate degree in counseling or related field
2. An affidavit of employment and supervision
http://dsps.wi.gov/Documents/Credentialing%20Forms/Health%20Applicatio
LPC
n%20Forms/FM1962.pdf
Application
Fees
 $75 to apply
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Reciprocity of Out-of-State License
Requirements
 Applicants for reciprocity must provide the following:
1. Documentation of a license in good standing from another
jurisdiction
2. Documentation of education and experience acceptable to the
board
3. Temporary licenses are issued for those who meet educational
and experience requirements, pending the successful
completion of the national competency exam ($85)
http://dsps.wi.gov/Documents/Credentialing%20Forms/Health%20Applicatio
Application
n%20Forms/FM1962.pdf
Fees

$166 to apply
Educational Requirements
Qualifying graduate degree programs in Wisconsin must be a minimum 42 semester hours in
duration distributed over the general content areas. Further information can be found in the
Wisconsin Statutes and Codes.
Additional Links:
Wisconsin Forms: http://dsps.wi.gov/Default.aspx?Page=742bf5eb-3d51-4f0a-a446-eb1a41480422
Wisconsin Statutes and Codes:
http://dsps.wi.gov/Documents/Board%20Services/Codebooks/215D%20POD%20Marriage%20and%20F
amily%20Therapy%20Professional%20Counseling%20and%20Social%20Work%20OCTOBER%202012.pdf
Wisconsin Mental Health Counselors Association: http://www.wimhca.org/
Wisconsin Counseling Association: http://www.wicounseling.org/
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Wyoming
Agency
Mental Health Professions Licensing Board
http://plboards.state.wy.us/mentalhealth/
Website
Phone
(307) 777-7788
Address
2001 Capitol Avenue, Rm. 104, Cheyenne, WY 82002
Licensing
Licensed Professional Counselor
Requirements
 Applicants must demonstrate proof of the following:
1. Age of at least 18 years
2. Good moral character
3. A graduate degree in counseling or related field
4. 3,000 hours of post-degree supervised clinical experience, of
which 1,200 hours must be direct client contact and 100 hours
must be direct supervision
5. A passing mark on the NCE or NCMHCE
http://plboards.state.wy.us/mentalhealth/PDF/InstrGuide/LPCbyCompletingP
LPC
rovisionalPacket.pdf
Application
Fees

Requires three references

$200 to apply
Provisional Professional Counselor
Requirements
 This option is for those who have yet to complete their post-degree
supervision
 Applicants must demonstrate proof of the following:
1. Age of at least 18 years
2. Good moral character
3. Documentation of legal residence in US
4. A graduate degree in counseling or related field
http://plboards.state.wy.us/mentalhealth/PDF/InstrGuide/ProvisionalProfessi
PPC
onalCounselorPPC.pdf
Application
Fees

Requires three references

$150 to apply
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Reciprocity of Out-of-State License
Requirements
 Applicants for reciprocity must provide the following:
1. Documentation of a license in good standing from another
jurisdiction
2. Documentation of education and experience acceptable to the
board
http://plboards.state.wy.us/mentalhealth/PDF/InstrGuide/LicensedProfession
Application
Fees

alCounselorByReciprocityLPC.pdf
Requires three references

$350 to apply
Educational Requirements
Qualifying graduate degree programs in Wyoming must be a minimum 48 semester hours in
duration distributed over the general content areas. Further information can be found in the
Wyoming Rules and Regulations and in the Applications.
Additional Links:
Wyoming Forms: http://plboards.state.wy.us/mentalhealth/instrguide.aspx
Wyoming Rules and Regulations: http://plboards.state.wy.us/mentalhealth/rulesregs.asp
Wyoming Counseling Association: http://www.wyoca.org/
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