License: Elementary and Secondary School Counselor

Arkansas Department of Education Office of Educator Licensure external site

Four Capitol Mall, Room 106-B

Little Rock, AR 72201

(501) 682-4342

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.