State Minimum Qualifications

Master’s in counseling, rehabilitation counseling, clinical psychology, counseling psychology, guidance counseling, educational counseling, social work, sociology, nursing, or career development,

OR

The equivalent

(NOTE:  A license as a Marriage, Family, and Child Counselor is an alternative qualification for this discipline, pursuant to Title 5 Section 53410.1.)

Equivalency Requirements

Equivalency to an academic degree shall include the same depth of knowledge in the discipline and breadth of general education that is required for the degree to meet the minimum qualifications.  Equivalent preparation for employment shall be considered under any one category or any combination of the categories listed below:

• Degree in related field with equivalent course work in the required discipline as indicated by transcripts and/or thesis subject.

• Equivalent degrees from foreign universities (as determined by an agency selected by Cabrillo College).

Course work at an accredited institution of higher education AND state-approved continuing education units applicable for maintaining licensure AND/OR an internship for licensure AND/OR equivalent professional or work experience AND/OR equivalent verifiable accomplishments of eminence in the discipline including but not limited to:  publications, research, seminars, creative works, professional performances or exhibitions, honors or awards.