The purpose of the CPCE is to assess counseling students' knowledge of counseling information viewed as important by counselor preparation programs. Passing this test is a requirement for graduation for all Professional and School & Professional Counseling candidates. The CPCE will cover the eight common-core areas as defined by the CACREP Standards for Preparation:

   1. Human Growth & Development
   2. Social & Cultural Foundations
   3. Group Dynamics
   4. Lifestyle & Career Development
   5. Appraisal of the Individual
   6. Research Methods & Program Evaluation
   7. Professional Orientation & Ethics
   8. Helping Relationships

Test Dates and Application Deadlines
Register by: TBA
Exam: TBA

Downloads
• CPCE Application
• CPCE Policy
• CPCE Help

Beginning in June 2007 the CPCE test will cost $40.00