School Counselor / Maine
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Maine School Counselor License Requirements

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State-board requirements, fees, and renewal cycle drawn from official regulator records.

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Provides academic and social-emotional counseling to students.

What the Maine data shows for School Counselors

To practice as a school counselor in Maine, the state licensing board requires board-approved training, a passing score on State School Counselor Exam (Praxis or equivalent), and 1 year of supervised work experience. A criminal history background check is also part of the application. Applicants must be at least 18 years old. The regulation sits under Maine's professional licensing framework, which classifies the training track as "Masters Degree in School Counseling".

Upfront cost is $42, with renewal running $39 on a 5-year cycle. Maintaining the license requires 150 hours of continuing education per 5-year cycle, an ongoing cost applicants often underestimate when budgeting the career.

For school counselors, the reciprocity picture is: State-specific reciprocity varies.

Licensing Requirements in Maine

Education / Training Hours
Masters Degree in School Counseling
Not specified
Exam Requirement
State School Counselor Exam (Praxis or equivalent)
Required
Initial License Fee
$42
Renewal Fee
$39
Renewal Cycle
Every 5 years
Continuing Education
150 hrs/cycle
Criminal History Check
Required
Minimum Age
18 years
Work Experience Required
1 year

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Frequently Asked Questions

What license do I need for School Counselor in Maine? ▼
Maine requires, passing an exam (State School Counselor Exam (Praxis or equivalent)), and an initial fee of $42. A criminal background check is also required.
How do I get certified as a School Counselor in Maine? ▼
Maine licenses school counselors who complete its requirements (1 year of experience) and a passing exam. Verify the latest details with the Maine licensing board.
Can I transfer my School Counselor license to Maine from another state? ▼
Here's how reciprocity typically plays out for school counselors: State-specific reciprocity varies. Many occupations are additionally covered by interstate licensing compacts that ease cross-state moves. Check with the Maine licensing board for how this applies to you.
Does Maine require a background check for School Counselor licensing? ▼
Background screening is part of the school counselor licensing process in Maine. The state licensing board determines which offenses disqualify an applicant and how appeals are handled.
What are the continuing education requirements for School Counselor in Maine? ▼
To stay licensed as a school counselor in Maine, plan on 150 hours of continuing education per 5-year renewal cycle; renewal itself runs $39.

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Source: NCSL Occupational Licensing Database, Institute for Justice License to Work (3rd Ed.), state licensing board websites NCSL Occupational Licensing Database, Institute for Justice License to Work (3rd Ed.), state licensing board websites

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