State Licensure
Department of Psychology

Many U.S. states have established a license to practice for individuals holding MA/MS degrees in psychology, counseling, and related fields.  According to current law, Illinois recognizes two levels of this profession. The basic level license is called Professional Counselor (LPC - the acronym stands for "Licensed Professional Counselor") and the higher level is called Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC - the acronym stands for "Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor").  In order to use these titles, one must apply to the state for the appropriate license.  Application for the second level requires the first level license plus two years of practical experience.  Application for the first level license requires, in part, completion of an MA/MS degree in psychology, counseling, or related field from a CACREP-accredited, CORE-accredited, or equivalent program.  Roosevelt's MA degree in Clinical Professional Psychology is CACREP equivalent.  When you apply for the license, the State of Illinois will ask you demonstrate that your curriculum was equivalent to that required by CACREP.  The State will ask that you complete a form showing that you completed at least one course in ten of the sixteen areas listed below.  The text listed under "RU Courses" identifies courses in the Clinical Professional Curriculum that satisfy this requirement.  You will see that the Clinical Professional Psychology curriculum more than satisfies this requirement.

Laws are subject to change and you are encouraged to visit the website of Illinois' Department of Financial and Professional Regulation ( www.idfpr.com ) for updates on the LPC and LCPC law status.  Other states charge similarly named departments with oversight of these professions. 

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