Virginia Regulatory Town Hall
Agency
Department of Health Professions
 
Board
Board of Counseling
 
chapter
Regulations Governing the Practice of Professional Counseling [18 VAC 115 ‑ 20]
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6/15/19  1:42 pm
Commenter: Rebecca Hogg

Pushing too far
 

As it stands, it can be difficult for a new graduate to locate a supervisor. I think pushing the requirement out to 5 years would put an unnecessary burden on these new counselors.

New supervisors are already required to submit evidence for 20 continuing hours which should cover all clinical areas. 

I would suggest that instead of increasing the requirements to become a supervisor, instead add a requirement to remain a supervisor by requiring 5 continuing education hours annually in supervision. 

I can agree with new supervisors needing to document working in various clinical areas during the 2 years post-licensure. 

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