Membership
Membership Requirements

In order to qualify for one of the four types of membership, an individual shall meet the following requirements for the membership being sought:

  • Professional Membership: Professional members must hold a master's degree or higher in counseling or a related field and meet one or more of the following requirements: be credentialed as a school counselor by a state, district or territory of the United States; be employed as a school counselor or supervisor of school counselors; or be employed as a counselor educator in a post-secondary institution.
  • Retired Membership: Professional members may become retired members. Retired members shall be entitled to reduced annual dues.
  • Student Membership: Student members shall be enrolled part or full time in a Master's Counseling program. Proof of enrollment status must be provided.
  • Affiliate Membership: Individuals interested in counseling, not eligible for any other type of membership, may be Affiliate members.
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