Verification of Clinical Independent Practice as a Licensed Professional Counselor for 24 of the Last 60 Months Immediately Preceding Submission of Application for Licensure - Virginia

Verification of Clinical Independent Practice as a Licensed Professional Counselor for 24 of the Last 60 Months Immediately Preceding Submission of Application for Licensure is a legal document that was released by the Virginia Department of Health Professions - a government authority operating within Virginia.

FAQ

Q: What is Clinical Independent Practice?
A: Clinical Independent Practice refers to the practice of a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) working independently without direct supervision.

Q: What is required for verification of Clinical Independent Practice?
A: Verification of Clinical Independent Practice requires evidence that an LPC has been engaging in independent counseling practice for 24 out of the last 60 months before applying for licensure in Virginia.

Q: Who needs to provide the verification?
A: The verification of Clinical Independent Practice should be provided by the licensed professional counselor who has been engaged in the independent practice during the specified time period.

Q: What is the purpose of verifying Clinical Independent Practice?
A: Verifying Clinical Independent Practice is required to ensure that an LPC has acquired sufficient experience and competence in providing counseling services independently before obtaining licensure.

Q: How long should the verification cover?
A: The verification should cover the 24 months of continuous independent practice immediately preceding the submission of the application for licensure.