Benchmark – State Credentialing Board Research Project (Obj. 6.1, 6.4, and 6.5)

Access the “State Credentialing Board Research Project Instructions.” Complete the project according to the assignment instructions.Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.You are required to submit this assignment to LopesWrite. A link to the LopesWrite technical support articles is located in Course Resources if you need assistance.Benchmark InformationThis benchmark assignment assesses the following programmatic competencies and professional standards:MS Clinical Mental Health Counseling1.3: Demonstrate knowledge of requirements for licensure and certification for the practice of professional counseling. [CACREP 2.F.1.f, 2.F.1.g]2.2: Examine legal and professional ethical standards of professional counseling. [CACREP 2.F.1.i] (MC5)5.1: Differentiate between tiered levels of licensure or certification for professional counselors. [CACREP 2.F.1.g]MEd School Counseling8.3: Differentiate between tiered levels of licensure or certification for professional counselors. [CACREP 2.F.1.g]This assignment is informed by the following CACREP Standards:2.F.1.g. Professional counseling credentialing, including certification, licensure, and accreditation practices and standards, and the effects of public policy on these issues.5.F.2.n. Professional organizations, preparation standards, and credentials relevant to the practice of marriage, couple, and family counseling.5.C.2.k. Professional organizations, preparation standards, and credentials relevant to the practice of clinical mental health counseling.5.G.2.l. Professional organizations, preparation standards, and credentials relevant to the practice of school counseling.Attachments