Are you a member of your national professional organization?
The American School Counselor Association membership renewal costs $179, but it’s definitely worth it!
– liability insurance to cover your counseling
– a monthly magazine focusing on a variety of professional topics
– professional journal articles
– discounted publications and materials
– access to an online message board called ASCA Scene
– cheaper registration for national conferences
– lots of resources, so you don’t have to reinvent the wheel
– options to partake in “specialist designations”
– free printables
– access to topical webinars
– and more!
Does your state have a state membership as well?
Are the perks different than ASCA?
