Qualifications

It is required that the applicant has been practicing as a clearly defined Christian counselor, therapist or pastoral counselor through a recognized ecclesiastical or other legally recognized body. It is required by the board that the applicant:

1. Holds one of the following:
   • An earned Master's Degree.
   • Documented ecclesiastical training.
   • Graduate level course or equivalent in:
     • Counseling
     • Bible
     • Theology
     • Therapy
     • Temperament Therapy
2. The applicant has no previous instance of justifiable complaints.
3. The applicant is recognized by a creditable agency as a practicing Christian counselor, therapist or ordained minister in the State of Georgia.
4. All applicants must submit a list of at least five character references and a written summary of counseling and/or ministry background.
5. After the application has been received, and upon information verification, applicants may be contacted for an oral interview at the Board's discretion.
6. Before final acceptance evidence of adequate supervision must be shown or it is available through the Board of Examiners for the Georgia Christian Counselors and Therapists.