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Benefits of IRCEP

Reasons to seek IRCEP approval

There are several reasons why programs might apply for IRCEP approval, includng the following:

  1. IRCEP provides the program with an opportunity to measure itself against a set of internationally created standards for educating and training counsellors.
  2. IRCEP’s application process includes an external review of the applicant program by an international group of counsellor educators.
  3. Listing on the IRCEP Registry provides programs with a special and prestigious recognition.
  4. IRCEP approval of programs assists the public in recognizing quality programs.
  5. IRCEP registered programs may attract the attention of prospective students and may increase international student interest.
  6. The IRCEP standards will encourage and build stronger professional counsellor identity within programs and their graduates.
  7. IRCEP programs will be a part of a network of programs that can share information across borders and advance the knowledge base of the profession worldwide.
  8. Graduating from an IRCEP approved program may facilitate students’ entry and mobility into advanced degree programs.

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