Counselling and Psychology Professional Development
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In what decade did mental health counsellors first emerge?

  • 1980s
  • 1960s
  • 1940s (correct)
  • 1920s

    • What was the primary reason for the growth of mental health counsellors in significant numbers?

  • The increase in substance abuse treatment
  • The development of psychotherapy techniques
  • The establishment of mental health centres across the US
  • The passing of the Community Mental Health Act of 1963 (correct)

    • Where do clinical mental health counsellors typically work?

  • Only in hospitals
  • Only in private practices
  • Only in drug and alcohol treatment centres
  • In various settings, including community organizations, hospitals, and private practices (correct)

    • What is a crucial skill for mental health counsellors?

    <p>Assessment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many years of work experience under supervision are required to become a licensed mental health counsellor?

    <p>Two years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary credential that mental health counsellors work towards?

    <p>NCC</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary organization that grants the NCC credential?

    <p>NBCC</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main reason mental health counsellors pursue the CCMHC specialty credential?

    <p>To become eligible for insurance companies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the typical degree required to become a mental health counsellor?

    <p>Master's degree</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary association that represents mental health counsellors?

    <p>AMHCA</p> Signup and view all the answers

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