Clinical Associate (CA): Designed for students, interns, and allied health professionals who integrate counseling into their ministry or practice. This membership is open to individuals who have completed an associate degree level or equivalent. It includes access to networking opportunities and resources tailored to early-career professionals, including peer support specialists, addiction counselors, and certified community chaplains.
Clinical Professional (CP): Available to certified Christian or pastoral counselors with a Bachelor’s Degree in theology, ministry, behavioral sciences, or related fields. This membership level is suitable for professionals in pastoral counseling, addiction counseling, community chaplaincy, and other related fields. It provides access to certification exams, professional development resources, and a community of peers dedicated to integrating faith and counseling.
Clinical Fellow (CF): Intended for certified clinical Christian or pastoral counselors, licensed counselors, marriage and family therapists, clinical psychologists, and board-certified chaplains holding a Master’s Degree in theology, ministry, behavioral sciences, or related disciplines. Members benefit from advanced certification opportunities, specialized training, and access to a network of experienced professionals.
Doctoral Fellow (DF): Reserved for doctoral-level diplomats in Christian or pastoral counseling, including state-licensed counselors and psychologists with advanced degrees in theology, ministry, behavioral sciences, or related fields. This membership level encompasses professionals with expertise in clinical psychology, counseling psychology, pastoral counseling, and related disciplines, including board-certified chaplains. It offers the highest level of certification, ongoing professional education, and leadership opportunities within the association.