Professional Counselor

Application for Licensure

Application and renewal methods are listed below. Select the corresponding "Key Steps" link to view requirements. You may be asked to provide additional information during application submission or in your LicensE due diligence checklist once your application has been reviewed. All requirements originate in Wisconsin statutes and administrative code.

METHOD	DESCRIPTION (INITIAL LICENSURE)	IMPORTANT INFORMATION
LPC Training License	A professional counselor training license is required to accumulate supervised practice hours for full licensure.	LPC Training License Key Steps
LPC Initial License by Exam	This application method is most relevant to LPC training license holders now applying for full LPC licensure.	LPC License - Exam Key Steps
LPC Temporary License	A temporary license application is not a stand-alone application. It is available to Licensure by Exam applicants.	LPC Temporary License Key Steps
LPC Reciprocal License	Application by reciprocity is available to individuals currently licensed in another state or jurisdiction with licensure requirements substantially equivalent to requirements in Wisconsin.	LPC Reciprocity Key Steps
LPC/IT Temporary Act 10 License	LPCs or LPCs-in-Training credentialed in good standing in another state may apply for a temporary credential to provide services in Wisconsin while a Wisconsin application for a permanent credential is pending.	LPC/IT Act 10 Key Steps
Psychometric Testing	Professional counselors may add a psychometric testing specialty to their credentials.	LPC Psychometric Testing Key Steps

METHOD	DESCRIPTION - RENEWAL	IMPORTANT INFORMATION
LPC Training License Renewal	A professional counselor training license is valid for 48 months and may be renewed at the discretion of the Professional Counseling Section. Please note: Professional Counselor Training Licenses cannot be renewed in LicensE. Refer to the Key Steps for additional information.	LPC Training License Renewal Key Steps
LPC License Renewal	The required renewal date for the Licensed Professional Counselor credential is 02/28/ each odd-numbered year.	LPC Renewal Key Steps
LPC Late Renewal	Credential holders seeking renewal after their Wisconsin credential has expired more than five years must submit a late renewal application.	LPC Late Renewal Key Steps

Forms	See Key Steps for forms required for your selected application method.
1960	Professional Counselor Certificate of Professional Education
2239	Professional Counselor Curriculum Requirements Form
2464	Affidavit of Applicant's Competencies - Documentation of Clinical Experience Gained Under Training License Supervisor
2456	Professional Counselor Post-Graduate Supervisor Approval Form
2021-A102	Heath Care Employer Notification for 2021 Wis. Act 10 Temporary Credential
2579	Affidavit of Supervisor in Support of Application to Engage in Psychometric Testing
2921LPC	Application to Renew A Professional Counselor Training License

Form Number	The following forms may be required if applicable to your circumstances. Forms listed as optional are not required.
2829	Malpractice Suits or Claims (Submit if applicable.)
2252	Convictions and Pending Charges (Submit if applicable. New credential applications only.)
2254	Convictions and Pending Charges (Submit if applicable. Renewal applications only.)
R210	Active Duty/Discharge Renewal Extension (Optional - for military service members and spouses at renewal.)
3217	Application for Fee Reduction (Optional)
3085	Application for Predetermination (OPTIONAL - Submit ONLY if you have been convicted of any felony, misdemeanor, or other violations of federal or state law in this state or any other and you desire a review of your conviction records before submitting a licensure application.)

Approved Educational Programs in Professional Counseling

60-Credit Approved Programs

Educators: See Wis. Admin. Code ch. MPSW 14 for required content for program approval. Submit a request for Section approval using Form 3165, Application For Pre-Approval As An Educational Program In Professional Counseling.

Additional Resources

Other Forms

Statutes and Administrative Code

Continuing Education Information

Exam Information

Offenses that May Result in Refusal, Bar, or Termination of Licensure