Counseling is an evolving and rapidly changing field. Involvement in professional organizations helps counselors be aware of changes and professional issues that impact the field as well as clients. As a student transitions into the role of clinical practitioner, obtaining and maintaining membership in professional associations is key. Membership provides:
- Networking and professional connectedness
- Information and education through conferences, publications, and continuing education opportunities
- Understanding guidelines of responsible standards of professional performance
- Professional identity
Explore the following organizations and resources:
American Counseling Association
American School Counselor Association
Arkansas School Counselor Association
Association for Multicultural Counseling and Development
Council for the Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs
Arkansas Counseling Association
Arkansas Board of Examiners in Counseling
Arkansas Rehabilitation Association
Commission on Rehabilitation Counselor Certification
National Rehabilitation Association
National Rehabilitation Counseling Association
National Board for Certified Counselors
American Mental Health Counselors Association
Rehabilitation Services Administration
The Council of State Administrators of Vocational Rehabilitation
