Approved Clinical Supervisor (ACS)

The Approved Clinical Supervisor (ACS) Training is a comprehensive program designed to prepare licensed mental health professionals for the responsibilities of clinical supervision. This training meets the national standards for clinical supervision and provides the foundational knowledge, ethical guidelines, and best practices necessary for effective supervision across various clinical settings.

Participants will gain in-depth insight into supervision theories, models, and techniques, with a strong emphasis on multicultural competence, ethical decision-making, risk management, and supervisee development. The course also explores legal considerations, documentation requirements, and strategies for addressing challenges in supervision.

This 45-hour continuing education (CE) training is approved by the Center for Counseling Education and includes 6 hours dedicated specifically to ethics in supervision. The course is designed to be flexible and self-paced, allowing participants to engage in the material at their convenience while also receiving live support from the trainer for guidance and clarification.

Upon completion, participants will be equipped with the skills and knowledge needed to apply for the Approved Clinical Supervisor (ACS) credential and effectively supervise mental health professionals in training.

Course Highlights:

  • Meets national clinical supervision training requirements
  • Covers ethical, legal, and multicultural considerations in supervision
  • Interactive learning with case studies and real-world applications
  • Emphasizes risk management, documentation, and supervisee development
  • Flexible, self-paced learning with live support from the trainer

This course is ideal for licensed mental health professionals who wish to advance their supervisory skills and obtain the ACS credential, ensuring they provide high-quality supervision in alignment with professional standards and best practices.

Becoming a Supervisor (Louisiana)

The Becoming a Supervisor (Louisiana) course is designed to equip licensed professional counselors with the necessary knowledge, skills, and ethical foundations required to become competent and effective clinical supervisors. This comprehensive training meets the supervision requirements set forth by the Louisiana Professional Counselor Licensing Board of Examiners (LPC Board) and the Louisiana Counseling Association (LCA).

Participants will engage in a dynamic learning experience that includes theoretical frameworks, practical applications, legal and ethical considerations, and best practices in clinical supervision. The course emphasizes supervision models, multicultural competence, the development of supervisees, and strategies for addressing challenges in supervision.

This 25.0 CE clock hour including 3.0 CE in ethics, training includes interactive components, case studies, and real-world applications to ensure participants leave with a thorough understanding of their role as clinical supervisors. Additionally, the course provides guidance on documentation, privileging review, compliance with state regulations, and supervision standards for Provisional Licensed Professional Counselors (PLPCs).

Upon successful completion, participants will be prepared to apply for the LPC-S designation in Louisiana and serve as effective, ethical, and knowledgeable clinical supervisors.

Course Highlights:

  • Meets Louisiana LPC Board supervision requirements
  • Covers ethical, legal, and multicultural considerations
  • Interactive learning with case studies and real-world application
  • Focus on documentation, privileging review, and compliance
  • Designed for flexibility with live support from the trainer

LPC Supervisor Training (Texas)

The LPC Supervisor Training – Texas is a 40-clock-hour training course designed to meet the Texas State Board of Examiners of Professional Counselors (TSBEPC) requirements for individuals seeking the LPC-Supervisor (LPC-S) designation. This training provides a comprehensive overview of clinical supervision models, methods, ethical and legal responsibilities, and administrative tasks necessary for effective supervision.

This course meets all LPC Rule §681.147 requirements, ensuring that participants receive highquality supervision education that aligns with Texas regulations. Participants will engage in interactive learning, case studies, and real-world applications while developing a strong foundation in supervision theory and practice.

Key Course Components (40 Clock Hours):

  • 3 Hours – Defining and Conceptualizing Supervision & Models of Supervision
  • 3 Hours – Supervisory Relationship & Counselor Development
  • 12 Hours – Supervision Methods & Techniques (Roles, Multicultural Supervision, Evaluation)
  • 12 Hours – Roles for Supervision, Standards of Practice, Ethics, and Legal Issues
  • 3 Hours – Executive & Administrative Tasks (Supervision Plan, Contracts, Record-Keeping)

This self-paced course must be completed within 90 days and is led by a fully licensed LPC-S, as required by Texas Administrative Code (TAC) §681.147.

Eligibility Requirements:

Before enrolling, ensure you meet the LPC-S application criteria set forth by 22 TAC 681.72(d):

  • Hold an active LPC license in good standing for at least 60 months
  • Submit an LPC-S application and fees to the TSBEPC
  • Complete an approved 40-hour supervision training course within two years of applying

 

For out-of-state LPCs: Your license must be active and in good standing and meet or exceed Texas’ supervision requirements.

Course Highlights:

  • Fully compliant with Texas LPC Board requirements
  • Covers supervision theories, ethical/legal considerations, and best practices
  • Designed for flexibility – self-paced with trainer support
  • Prepares participants for the LPC-S application process in Texas

This course does not automatically grant LPC-Supervisor status but fulfills the training requirement for licensure upgrade with the Texas LPC Board. Upon completion, participants will receive a certificate of completion to submit with their LPC-S application.