Three Main Credentialling Areas...
BCPPC
Everyone who applies for a credential with the BCPPC must specify the appropriate level of credentialing that
he/she is seeking. Currently, the BCPPC offers four national credentials in Christian Counseling, two
are in the Licensure/Professional Track (Professional Christian Counselor & Christian Counselor) and two are in the Pastoral/Ministry Track (Pastoral Counselor & Biblical Counselor). Individuals, who meet the
requirements for any given credential, may also be eligible to receive more than one designation and can request
consideration when submitting the application packet. This includes the following two combinations: BCPCC
and BCPC or BCCC and BCPC.
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Specialty Designations
Certified Sexual Addiction Specialist -
Basic Level – Designates a basic understanding and competence of the subject matter, but with more limited field experience in sexual addiction counseling.
Advanced Level – Designates a greater and deeper understanding of the subject matter as an experienced and trustworthy counselor; someone showing a high degree of comprehension and competence.
Supervisor Level – Designates not only clinical competence and expertise in the subject matter, but also someone who has specific graduate level education, training and/or documented experience as a clinical supervisor.
Trainer Level – The highest designation possible, indicating comprehensive knowledge as a subject matter expert;
advanced clinical/ministry skills and experience in practice, including the capability and a history of effectively
training others in this specialty.
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