As a current provider of counseling who has graduated from a college that is not CACREP certified and who is seeking licensure I will state emphatically that I am opposed to this legislation. There has been no evidenced gathered that shows a difference between CACREP accredited and non-CACREP accredited colleges. 

 

 

As a professional in this field, we struggle to fill needs of communities that are at risk, as there are far more clients than counselors available to service these individuals, who are often on state provided insurance and in the greatest need of services. Putting roadblocks in the way of getting services will further contribute to the crisis of mental health that this country faces. This legislation will also discourage many people from entering the field knowing the amount of time that it will take to get to licensure.

 

Please consider the long term effects of this legislation and vote not toass ths bill.