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Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)-By Examination

First Time License - Application by Examination

This application is for individuals who have completed the degree program requirements of 18VAC115-20-49 and the coursework requirements of 18VAC115-20-51 have completed the post-degree supervised residency requirements of 18VAC115-20-52, and passed the NCMHCE or NCE examination, and would like approval for licensure as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). 

 

Requirements for Application:

 

Follow these steps to apply for Licensure by Examination

Step 1. Read:

 

Step 2. Gather & Request Supporting Documentation:

 

Step 3. Apply:

Do not start the online application until you have requested or obtained the applicable documents from Step 2. Submitting incomplete applications will delay the review and approval process. 

Begin the Online Application:

Complete the Required Fields. 

 

Step 4. Upload Documentation:

Within the online application portal, upload the applicable documentation. PDF file format is preferred.

The following are possible documents you may be required to upload within the online application portal:

 

Step 5. Pay the Fee Online:

Within the online application portal, pay the application fee. 

 

Step 6. Wait for Board Approval: (up to 30 days from complete application)

 

Virginia Board of Counseling
Email: Coun@dhp.virginia.gov
Jaime Hoyle, Executive Director
Terry R. Tinsley, PhD, LPC, LMFT, CSOTP, Chairperson