There are a variety of national and regional professional associations that offer counselors membership, professional journals and training and the opportunity to network with other counseling professionals.
National Association for College Admission Counseling
American Counseling Association
American School Counselor Association
Higher Education Consultants Association
Independent Educational Consultants Association
The College Board
Three national associations grant membership specifically to educational consultants based on set criteria including academic training, years of experience, references by peers and adherence to strict ethical guidelines. If you have questions about those criteria, contact the following nonprofit membership organizations:
National Association for College Admission Counseling
Higher Education Consultants Association
Independent Educational Consultants Association
Provides certification to educational consultants:
American Institute of Certified Educational Planners
Credits
NACAC would like to thank Malika Johnson, Cyndy McDonald, Steve Antonoff, Francine Block for updating the information.