Using the RMCHI acronym in florida

Why I am taking RMHCI off my linked in and other sties, and why you should too!

Hey guys this goes out to all of you who are currently using this acronym on business cards and any other advertising materials ( including your linkedin!)

I was searching the acronym when I ran across this statute that is current in the state of Florida, I was able to catch it in time to remove it from my linked in since I did not know luckily its not on my business cards :P.

The Statute: “(j) Failure of a registered intern to use the words ‘registered intern” on all promotional materials, including card, brochures, stationery, advertisements and signs, naming the licensee as required by Section491.0149(2)(b) , F.S.” is a “minor violation”.  Does the minor nature of the violation allow us and registered interns to ignore the rule? 

 https://www.flrules.org/gateway/ruleno.asp?id=64B4-5.005

 The Punishment: Re-take the 8-hour Laws and Rules course ( if already taken),  pay fines, attorney fees and more.

Therapist support forum for therapists

Hey guys I ran across this forum which offer support for therapist and it's a hundred percent free. In addition to support there's also resources to help you with different populations if you're having trouble.

http://therapistgroupsup.freeforums.net/

Free CEU

Hey guys I just got this email for free CEU its worth 1 hour.
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FCA (Florida Counselors Association)

 

 

This association should be number 2 on your list after the ACA. The reason being is that it is absolutely local down to the county that you live in. this is an asset because not only are you about to network but you will be able to network with professionals that work near you or in a county that is close to yours.   

Like the other associations that I have covered so far there are learning and CEU opportunities associated with the FCA. And again they are local (so you save on mileage and gas). The FCA also has a yearly conference that is usually held somewhere in the state. This year is their 66^th conference and it will be held this upcoming September the 11^th and 12^th.

The FCA also is very active in state and local legislation which assists the counseling career as a whole. They encourage all members to participate from the student just starting out to the retired member. I will cover the importance of getting involved with State, Local, or National governmental systems and how they impact career development.

Below are the membership fees and what they include as written on the FCA website (http://www.flacounseling.org/)

 

PROFESSIONAL Membership - $65.00 - Any person whose primary responsibilities or interests are in counseling individuals residing in Florida who hold a Master's degree or higher in Professional Counseling or a closely related profession.  FIRST YEAR PROFESSIONAL Membership - $50.00 - Individuals who previously met the criteria for student member and have graduated. Individuals must meet all criteria for Professional Membership, the only difference is an eligibility for a one year reduction in dues to facilitate their transition to professional status. STUDENT Membership - $30.00 - Individuals who are attending an institution or higher education in the State of Florida as an undergraduate or graduate student preparing for professional counseling or a closely related profession - psychology, social work, medicine (psychiatry), nursing (psychiatric nursing); or individuals who live in Florida and are attending an out-of-state or on-line institution of higher education graduate program preparing for professional counseling or a closely related profession. Student membership status shall not be extended beyond three years, requires at least 1/2-time enrollment and the verification by an academic advisor.  RETIRED Membership - $30.00 - Any retired individual who is interested in the purposes of the Association  ASSOCIATE Membership - $45.00 - Individuals who hold a Master's degree or higher in Professional Counseling or a closely related profession - psychology, social work, medicine, nursing, from a regionally accredited college or university. One does not have to be employed as a professional counselor or supervisor of counselors. In addition, Associate members need not reside in Florida or be employed in the state of Florida.  Associate Memberships do not have voting privileges.