Holds a master’s or doctorate in psychology in Alberta (6+ years post-secondary).
Completed at least 1,600 hours of supervised practice after master’s degree.
Passed licensing exams and fulfilled all requirements to be fully registered under the College of Alberta Psychologists.
Holds a master’s or doctorate in psychology in Alberta (6+ years post-secondary).
Currently working through the post-degree supervised practice and licensing requirements to become fully registered by the College of Alberta Psychologists.
A certification by the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association (CCPA), a national voluntary credential.
Requires a graduate degree in a counselling or related field, supervised practicum150 hours of direct client counselling for recent graduates OR at least 800 hours of direct client counselling within the last 5 years for experienced practitioners.
Maintain certification via annual professional liability insurance, display of certification and 36 continuing education credits every 3 years.
The term Mental Health Therapist is not a regulated designation in Alberta. At the Collective Healing Centre, MHTs have completed their practicum hours within a master’s program and are finishing their degree requirements.
At the Collective, MHTs must:
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Be members of a professional association.
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Carry liability insurance.
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Have external supervision or consultation from a regulated professional.
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Follow the College of Alberta Psychologists Standards of Practice and the Canadian Code of Ethics for Psychologists.
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Have the opportunity for consultation at the Collective.
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Be actively working toward eventual registration in Alberta.
