Instruction
Early in the course, arrange for a face-to face interview with a counselor who works in a position that aligns with your career goals. For example, if you are seeking school counselor certification, then you will interview a certified school counselor. If you are pursuing mental health counseling, then you will interview a licensed professional counselor (LPC or equivalent). Lastly, if you want to work as a marriage and family therapist, you will seek out a licensed marriage and family therapy therapist (LMFT or equivalent). Please keep in mind that the professional you interview potentially will be your Site Supervisor in your program of study when you enter your field experience coursework. Therefore, you should be accommodating and respectful of the time that she/he spends with you. If you have any questions about the credentials of your interviewee, then be sure to discuss them with your professor early in the course.