Perspectives from Texas Faculty in Non-CACREP Programs. Issue 1 (1st January 2017)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Wilson, Angie D.; Robertson, Derek; Stark, Marcella D.; Trepal, Heather
• Is Part Of: Journal of professional counseling, practice, theory, & research. Volume 44:Issue 1(2017)
• Page Start: 1
• Page End: 16
• Publication Date: 2017-01-01
• Subjects: accreditation -- counselor education -- CACREP -- phenomenology; Counseling -- Periodicals; Educational counseling -- Periodicals; Counseling; Educational counseling; Periodicals; Electronic journals; 361.06
• DOI: 10.1080/15566382.2017.12033955
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1556-6382

Abstract

Abstract : In this study we utilized phenomenological inquiry to explore the experiences of nine counselor educators working in programs that are not accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP). Five themes emerged including: (a) professional identity and unity, (b) resources and necessary support from administration, (c) pride in current program, (d) state requirements versus CACREP requirements, and (e) mounting pressure. Implications and recommendations are discussed.