The following is by and according to the U.S. Department of Labor and particular to the education and training required for a counselor. Education and training requirements for counselors are often very detailed and vary by State and specialty. Prospective counselors should check with State and local governments, employers, and national voluntary certification organizations to determine which requirements apply. Education and training. Education requirements vary based on occupational specialty and State licensure and certification requirements. A master's degree is usually required to be licensed as a counselor. Some States require counselors in public employment to have a master's degree; others accept a bachelor's degree with appropriate counseling courses. Counselor education programs in colleges and universities are often found in departments of education or psychology. Fields of study include college student affairs, elementary or secondary school counseling, education, gerontological counseling, marriage and family therapy, substance abuse counseling, rehabilitation counseling, agency or community counseling, clinical mental health counseling, career counseling, and related fields. Courses are often grouped into eight core areas: human growth and development, social and cultural diversity, relationships, group work, career development, assessment, research and program evaluation, and professional identity. In an accredited master's degree program, 48 to 60 semester hours of graduate study, including a period of supervised clinical experience in counseling, are required. Some employers provide training for newly hired counselors. Others may offer time off or tuition assistance to complete a graduate degree. Often counselors must participate in graduate studies, workshops, and personal studies to maintain their certificates and licenses. Licensure. Licensure requirements differ greatly by State, occupational specialty, and work setting. Many States require school counselors to hold a State school counseling certification and to have completed at least some graduate course work; most require the completion of a master's degree. Some States require school counselors to be licensed, which generally requires continuing education credits. Some States require public school counselors to have both counseling and teaching certificates and to have had some teaching experience. For counselors based outside of schools, 49 States and the District of Columbia have some form of counselor licensure that governs the practice of counseling. Requirements typically include the completion of a master's degree in counseling, the accumulation of 2 years or 3,000 hours of supervised clinical experience beyond the master's degree level, the passage of a State-recognized exam, adherence to ethical codes and standards, and the completion of annual continuing education requirements. However, counselors working in certain settings or in a particular specialty may face different licensure requirements. For example, a career counselor working in private practice may need a license, but a counselor working for a college career center may not. In addition, substance abuse and behavior disorder counselors are generally governed by a different State agency or board than other counselors. The criteria for their licensure vary greatly and in some cases, these counselors may only need a high school diploma and certification. Those interested in entering the field must research State and specialty requirements to determine what qualifications they must have. Other qualifications. People interested in counseling should have a strong desire to help others and should be able to inspire respect, trust, and confidence. They should be able to work independently or as part of a team. Counselors must follow the code of ethics associated with their respective certifications and licenses. Counselors must possess high physical and emotional energy to handle the array of problems that they address. Dealing daily with these problems can cause stress. Certification and advancement. Some counselors elect to be certified by the National Board for Certified Counselors, Inc., which grants a general practice credential of National Certified Counselor. To be certified, a counselor must hold a master's degree with a concentration in counseling from a regionally accredited college or university; have at least 2 years of supervised field experience in a counseling setting (graduates from counselor education programs accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs are exempted); provide two professional endorsements, one of which must be from a recent supervisor; and must have a passing score on the board's examination. This national certification is voluntary and is distinct from State licensing. However, in some States, those who pass the national exam are exempted from taking a State certification exam. The board also offers specialty certifications in school, clinical mental health, and addiction counseling. These specialty certifications require passage of a supplemental exam. To maintain their certifications, counselors retake and pass the exam or complete 100 credit hours of acceptable continuing education every 5 years. The Commission on Rehabilitation Counselor Certification offers voluntary national certification for rehabilitation counselors. Many State and local governments and other employers require rehabilitation counselors to have this certification. To become certified, rehabilitation counselors usually must graduate from an accredited educational program, complete an internship, and pass a written examination. Certification requirements vary, however, according to an applicant's educational history. Employment experience, for example, is required for those with a counseling degree in a specialty other than rehabilitation. To maintain their certification, counselors must successfully retake the certification exam or complete 100 credit hours of acceptable continuing education every 5 years. Other counseling organizations also offer certification in particular counseling specialties. Usually, becoming certified is voluntary, but having certification may enhance job prospects. Prospects for advancement vary by counseling field. School counselors can become directors or supervisors of counseling, guidance, or pupil personnel services; or, usually with further graduate education, become counselor educators, counseling psychologists, or school administrators. (psychologists and education administrators are covered elsewhere in the Handbook.) Some counselors choose to work for a State's department of education. Some marriage and family therapists, especially those with doctorates in family therapy, become supervisors, teachers, researchers, or advanced clinicians in the discipline. Counselors may also become supervisors or administrators in their agencies. Some counselors move into research, consulting, or college teaching or go into private or group practice. Some may choose to pursue a doctoral degree to improve their chances for advancement. For the source and more detailed information concerning your request, click on the related links section (U.S. Department of Labor) indicated below this answer box.

The principle of intervention allowed the great powers to send armies into countries where there were revolutions in order to restore legitimate monarchs to their thrones.

Get them help as soon as possible. If someone is being abused then you can call help lines and they can tell you what to do. Same with children or animals. Just get them help. Call the police or even a hospital.

A social worker is NOT a grief counselor and you had better watch what you say to them. They can offer you places to meet and choose and sometimes help pay a grief counselor if necessary. Maintain your composure where social workers and the state are involved. I am very sorry for the loss you are referring to. I really hope you are okay or whomever you are seeking an answer for. And I hope the social worker is okay too. Try to be responsible for whomever you choose to work the grief through yourself. It does work through you and you just have to identify what is happening in your mind and your body to identify what is happening to yourself. Dont forget the same thing is happening to others around you too. When responding to ideals and situations, dont make snap or haste reply's but dont take forever either. Let it work through you on its own schedule. You are a host to the feelings not the other way around. Its weird, I know. And I wish you the BEST!!! One thing about life I hate is that no one gets out alive. :( Life will go on. Give yourself a break frequently :)

Hope this helps you a little.

Crisis intervention is a term applied to the actions or goals set in motion by a person's family, friends, and professional supports in any number of volatile situations. The primary goal of crisis intervention (whether it be to combat addiction, to help someone who's depressed, or any other dangerous situation) is preventative in nature. For example, an important first step in crisis prevention for a suicidal person is simply to keep him/her safe and alive. Once danger is averted, then crisis intervention turns toward achieving wellness and continued supports.

Interventions planned and implemented targeting the individuals even though these individuals may meet in group.

Firstly, physical intervention falls under the banner of 'Use of Force', and all use of force must be jsutified in the same manner, whether it be self defence, restraint, or the defence of others.

The first question a person must ask themself would be "is physical intervention necessary?". By that I mean is it the only tactical option to resolve the situation at hand? Has the individual attempted verbally de-escalating the situation, is verbal de-escalation even a credible option at this stage? It is all down to the situation as the individual perceives it at that point in time.

If physical force is necessary, then the level of force used must be proportionate. Further information on this can be found at covictrainingsolutions.co.uk/what-is-self-defence

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Bystander intervention unfortunately often brings on what is known as "the mob mentality" where people alone wouldn't act the same negative way as they will as part of a group.

Intervention is the primary prevention method for stopping sexual violence. What is intervention?