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Elementary and Secondary School Counselor
License Description School Counselors provide both individual and group counseling for education and vocational guidance services. They collect, organize, and analyze information gathered through records, tests, interviews, and professional sources in order to appraise student interests, aptitudes, abilities, and personality characteristics. In addition, they compile and study occupational, educational and economic information to aid students in making and carrying out vocational and educational objectives. They often refer students to placement services and will assist individuals to understand and overcome social and emotional problems. Often the counselor will also have teaching duties and may be engaged in research and follow up activities to evaluate counseling techniques. Requirements: 1) Must complete Master's degree in school guidance and counseling at an approved institution. 2) Must complete general requirements in educational and guidance foundations. 3) Must complete specialized requirements for Elementary Guidance K-12. 4) Must be recommended by certifying officer of higher education institution. 5) Other requirements/provisions as specified by State law or the State Board of Education. Examinations and fees: Specialty Area Test: $115.00, License Renewal (every 5 years): $75.00. NOTE: Each testing site is unique and may have fees particular to the site. Candidate must check with test site for a complete list of fees.
Licensing Agency
Arkansas Department of Education
Office of Educator Licensure
Four Capitol Mall, Room 106-B
Little Rock, AR 72201
(501) 682 4342
David.baca@ade.arkansas.gov
Active Status Active
Active Military/Veterans Expedited processing is available for military and spouses
Certification Certification required
Continuing Education Continuing education required to maintain license
Criminal Record Background check required
Education Degree required
Exam State exam required
License Type Stand-alone license
License Updated 06/28/2022
Physical Requirements No physical requirements
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