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Dr. Rita Schellenberg covers the breadth of contemporary school counseling topics and content to help master's candidates and the highly motivated practitioner to prepare for national and state credentialing exams. Each of the eight chapters provides simulations, case conceptualization, and reflections that frame critical concepts.ã Additionally, Dr. Schellenberg skillfully uses ASCA's position statements to illustrate and provide direction to challenging school counseling situations. From clear descriptions and web links for each exam, to standards alignment and integration of the ASCA National Model, this 2nd edition successfully removes the fear factor that causes most of us to shy away from the challenges of national credentialing.Carol Dahir, EdD, Professor and Chair of the School Counseling Department at the New York Institute of Technology Praise for the first edition Dr. Schellenberg is one of the most dedicated, thorough, and enthusiastic school counselor educators I know. These traits are evident in this comprehensive and complete study guide she has written to help school counselors prepare for the examination required for the NCSC credential. Theodore P. Remley, Jr., PhD, Professor and Batten Endowed Chair in Counseling, Old Dominion University This text weaves current school counseling theory, research, and practice into one well-organized and comprehensive volume, a monumental task in itself. Preservice and inservice counselors preparing for relevant credentialing exams will find the narrative quite informative and readable, replete with helpful practical applications. Christopher Sink, PhD, NCC, Professor of Counselor Education, Seattle Pacific University

Dr. Rita Schellenberg covers the breadth of contemporary school counseling topics and content to help master's candidates and the highly motivated practitioner to prepare for national and state credentialing exams. Each of the eight chapters provides simulations, case conceptualization, and reflections that frame critical concepts.ã Additionally, Dr. Schellenberg skillfully uses ASCA's position statements to illustrate and provide direction to challenging school counseling situations. From clear descriptions and web links for each exam, to standards alignment and integration of the ASCA National Model, this 2nd edition successfully removes the fear factor that causes most of us to shy away from the challenges of national credentialing. Carol Dahir, EdD, Professor and Chair of the School Counseling Department at the New York Institute of Technology Praise for the first edition [This guide] bridges the gap between theoretical knowledge, practice, and certification. Regardless of a school counselor's professional aspirations, this book will enhance the counselor's professional development. This comprehensive resource should be included in every professional library. - From the Foreword by Sylinda Gilchrist-Banks, EdD, 2012-2013 President, American School Counselor Association; Associate Professor, Norfolk State University Dr. Schellenberg is one of the most dedicated, thorough, and enthusiastic school counselor educators I know. These traits are evident in this comprehensive and complete study guide she has written to help school counselors prepare for the examination required for the NCSC credential. - Theodore P. Remley, Jr., PhD, Professor and Batten Endowed Chair in Counseling, Old Dominion University From clear explanations of the purpose of each exam, to standards alignment and cognitive mapping study tips, motivated practitioners and school counselors in training can find everything that is needed to confidently prepare for school counseling credentialing exams. - Carol Dahir, EdD, Professor and Chair, School Counseling Department, New York Institute of Technology This text weaves current school counseling theory, research, and practice into one well-organized and comprehensive volume, a monumental task in itself. Preservice and inservice counselors preparing for relevant credentialing exams will find the narrative quite informative and readable, replete with helpful practical applications. - Christopher Sink, PhD, NCC, Professor of Counselor Education, Seattle Pacific University

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Rita Schellenberg, PhD, LPC, NCC, NCSC, ACS, is a professor and the chair of the school counseling program at Liberty University in Virginia. She was recognized by the American School Counselor Association (ASCA) as one of the top 15 school counselors in the nation and honored ""Outstanding Graduate"" in her PhD program in Counselor Education and Supervision at Regent University. Dr. Schellenberg has authored many successful publications on professional school counseling including, most recently, A New Era in School Counseling (Rowman & Littlefield Publishers, 2013). You can learn more about Dr. Schellenberg, her consulting services, and other published works by visiting her professional website, Cultivating Performance at www.CultivatingPerformance.com.

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