2021 Virtual Spring Symposium: Next Steps – Moving forward as Professional Counselors

The Annual Spring Symposium will be presented on Friday, April 30th, 2021 (virtually).  This annual event is FREE!  It has been a life-saver for those taking the licensing exam and a welcomed activity of SMHCA for many years. Mark your calendars!!!! 

Learn what to expect after graduations, how to find a qualified supervisor, how to prepare for the state examinations, the latest update on legislation, and enjoy the opportunity to network with Qualified Supervisors and Agencies in the community for internship and employment opportunities.

Schedule:

9am – 9:15am (Opening)

• Welcome and Preliminary Information about Symposium (9:15am-10am) with Janice LaTorre and Ken Donaldson
  
• Past, present and future of the counseling profession (10am-10:30am) A panel discussion of licensed counselors and counselor educators with over 20+ years in the profession – Lead by Dr. Joffrey Suprina 
  
• What to look for in a doctoral program. Things to consider (10:30am-11am) with Steve Wodzinski, Dr. Angiemil Perez Pena and Jaquelina DaSilva
  
• Preparing for the NCMHCE Licensure Exam (11:00am-11:15am) with Dr. Martin C. Wesley
  
• Short Break (11:15am – 11:45am)
  
• Florida Legislative Update (11:45am-12:15pm) with Dr. Aaron Norton
• Practicing Legally and Ethically - How to prevent and guard against a complaint (12:15pm – 12:45pm) With Dr. Martin C. Wesley & Dr. Aaron Norton
  
• How to Be A Happy, Healthy and Wealthy (Really!!...No Kidding!!) Mental Health Professional (12:45pm-1pm) with Ken Donaldson 
  
• Evaluation and Raffle - with Janice LaTorre & Ken Donaldson