Although the result is the same - the professional can place some letters after . The House position does not provide for abbreviating non-APTA certifications and honors after someone's name. If the later is accurate, can I include my PhD in Developmental Psychology on my business card as long as I dont refer to myself as Dr. or include my PhD after my name? But, a different (and maybe really cool?) . ) Im making a sign for my office, and the sign makers wanted to put my credentials on a separate line so it reads like the following: My gut instinct says to have them try to fit everything in one line but I cant find any guidance on this. Hi, Yvette this is an increasingly common occurrence. Brenda.., PhD, LPC or Thanks again for your help Tamara, I look forward to your reply. For example: Neil Armstrong, MEng. Thanks Hi, MEA! I have a credential listing question I dont see here. Hi, Michael! I will be teaching a CASAC course for a college as an adjunct. If you decide not to carry two different cards, you still have two choices. APTA seeks to limit the use of abbreviated designations after a physical therapist's or physical therapist assistant's name to decrease consumer confusion. I have an MFT (no license), an LPC (my license) and an MA in clinical psychology. That is, don't say "John Doe, PhD, MS, BS" because the MS and BS degrees have been eclipsed by the PhD. not sure. I now have my full LPC and soon LCDC. Im a School Psychologist in VA. 1. MBA should be written as if it were a PhD, and Project Management Professional should be written as if it were a certification. Linda M Miller MS, LPC, NCC, LCDC. I have a question about the only three credentials rule. Social Workers typically do not include their degrees once they are licensed because your degree is required for licensure. Anonymous wrote: I recently earned my SPHR, and have been advised to list this after my name on my email signature and business card. Thank you. So, based on this limited information, your professional signature would be Marlina Stinney, BA, QMHP or Marlina Stinney, QMHP. Hey Tamara! I would greatly appreciate your opinion on this topic. RKW, I think this sounds perfect! How do I list my credentials? Those with questions abouthow to complywith HOD P06-14-08-18 shouldcontact an APTA member services representative. I believe I have removed you from future notifications. . I am a state intern. . The best method is to use only the highest academic level, such as Ph.D., for example; otherwise, use periods when abbreviating your certifications or degrees and separating your credentials. I do however have a NPI number as I was a QMHA at my previous job as a case manager for a mental health company. Second, once I obtain my MJ, how would I list my full credentials? To complicate matters, the proper way to list your credentials varies from country to country. What are your thoughts? Hi, Stephanie! Copyright 2023 Tamara Suttle | design by Zsofi Koller Design. Their policies often provide a once-a-year free consult with an attorney in your jurisdiction who can advise you quickly of your rights and responsibilities. For example, "Tom Jones, ACE Personal Trainer." You can list it as Grant Zahurance, MA,CMHCor Grant Zahurance, CMHC. Earning a degree, licensure, state designation, national certification, award, or honor is one of the highlights of this section. HI, What does PA mean here please? Im not sure how to best highlight my accomplishments (specifically on my resume, on my signature on my professional email, and on my letterhead/business cards. .. ATR-BC, Right: Ashley R. Dorr, MA, LCAT, ATR-BC, Right: Chris Swenson, MS, LMFT or If I were getting an MBA (and to be clear, I am not),I probably don't put the initials after my name--I just call it out under the "Education . And, it is hard for those coming into mental health as a second, third, or even fourth career to let those credentials sit quietly on the sidelines. I am also certified in DBT and will be in TF-CBT. Its not that adding MSW would be wrong; its just that its not necessary. A Master of Education degree? There are too many eligible state-regulated occupations (category three) and academic degrees (category four) to include all of them in the table. . . I appreciate your voice in this community and am so glad you find it helpful. They can be earned for a number of accomplishments. To list them both would be like listing your Bachelors degree once you have obtained your Masters degree. Thanks so much! or would I drop the PCMHT and just put NCC? Hi can you tell me how I am to right my name if I have a BA in Sociology and I am QMHP certified. For instance, a BOC Certified Athletic Trainer holding a master's degree and working in a state where licensure is not required should write, "Sally Snow, MS, ATC" - not "ATC, MS.". Typically, you don't list non-specialized education credentials, such as an associate, bachelor's or master's degree, on a business card. And, certifying bodies like the National Board for Certified Counselors oversee certain certifications. Obviously I wont use the CHCO in my title. You should be proud of your accomplishments and should use your MBA whenever possible to further your career prospects and networking opportunities. I dont claim to be the all-knowing style guide on this issue but Im happy to help if I can! But, I would have thought that you would list your credentials as Brenda _____, PhD, LPC unless your licensing board or an attorney in your jurisdiction has told you otherwise. Are you saying that you hold a license AND also have just earned the QMHP credential? The Difference is in the Details. . I do not have a degree in social services but I do have a Bachelors of Arts degree in psychology and a minor in sociology. There would be no point to write LPCA twice. Brenda.., MS, LPC. Nurses who are academic educators list their academic degrees first followed by licensure and then certifications. Thanks for dropping in today to chat. According to the APTA, the official order of designation of letters after your PT's name is: PT/PTA. Second, click on the edit pencil. You absolutely can include your candidacy! An easy-to-read business card makes it easier for people to find your contact information. What is the context in which you are working (because it matters) higher ed, clinical practice, etc.? Master of Arts In Education School Counseling (Rank I); 2. Bulleted points would be ideal, as they are simple to display and read. The years logged in intensive studies have really paid off for you both professionally and personally. I imagine but do not know that would be your LSC. And, beside . I have chosen to use all my credentials in my email, but after reading this, I am going to take some of them out of the way my name appears in someones email box. Katy, this is such a great question. I have a quick question. This is so that people can easily find and read your credentials if they are interested in doing business with you. Include your national certifications. For instance, you would write RN, not R.N. Does anybody else have thoughts on that? If I obtain a PsyD in psychology and an MA in counseling, is my signature block: Cassandra McGinnis, PsyD, LPC. . . Both? So I was always taught that it is your highest degree first then clinical license and finally whatever certifications you have after. Any suggestions or resources would be greatly appreciatedIve checked with NASW as well and havent found anything. Many professionals utilize the back of the business card as it is a great way to provide additional information without making the front of the card look too busy. If you can spell out each of your credentials here and indicate in what states they cover, I would be happy to help you with this. I am a director of social services at a nursing home. Congrats to you on getting all those credentials and education! Julie Estrada, LPC, LCDC, NCC. It may include certifications that are not directly related to your profession but which emphasize a specific set of skills. Sandra Smith Williams, BS would be your signature; if you are creating business cards, you might want to add Life Coach on the line below but that does not appear to be a credential simply a title you have been given. The best way to gain value from your certification is to raise awareness among your fellow professionals. Aaron Liu option might be to create a two-sided business card one for each state / degree / license. As several in this discussion have noted, the general public is mostly unfamiliar with post-nominal letters associated with our advanced degrees and credentials. Hi, Deana! That means the correct signature would be either: First Last, MS, LCPC, GLPAT or First Last, MA, LCPC, GLPAT. . who just dont have a clue that they are appearing less than professional when they do those things. It is widely accepted that a signature should appear immediately after your name in emails. . What about when you actually sign your signature above the typed signature? Actually, Mark, you would keep any licensure relevant to mental health (including your LCDC) and drop the certification. Happy to help you out but can you please let me know what it is you do for a profession and what each of these degrees is in? So . If so is it because I am not yet licensed in the state of SC or is it because mental health and education are not closely related enough? When listing credentials on a resume, you can place them after your name at the top, or you can place them later in the resume when they fit more naturally. Although I have my Certified HIPAA Compliance Officer cert, it means nothing to the general public. Context matters so I am assuming (but may be wrong) that you work primarily as a school counselor. Her articles appear in magazines such as Virginia Living and Albemarle. For example, you may be a labor and delivery nurse building your photography business on the side. Jim Huffman, RN. And, if you are not already a member of it, its probably time to join! This can make it easier for people to determine where one credential ends and the next credential begins. Sure you could carry two different cards one for each state with each license but, I know from experience, thats a hassle! As you saw from my website and even the name of my practice states Counseling and Consulting. Keep up the good work!! Typically, this credential permits you to practice or practice in a more advanced capacity as in independent practitioner and in a training/supervisory capacity. It is used to demonstrate a persons knowledge in a particular profession field. Hi, Rachel I apologize! . What are some common business card etiquette rules? In fact, there is not a need to list any degree because both your license and your certification assume (and require) degrees. There is less confusion with the parentheses. Other non-nursing recognitions. The following list shows common credentials that may be used by NPs who are certified by ANCC. In doing so, your clinical work is quite possibly informed by a lengthy and successful training/work history that includes your experience in other fields such as human resources, business, education, information technology, medicine, and/or law. Many mental health professionals transition to this field bringing a prior body of work like you in the field of Library Science. Welcome to PPIO! They may have additional certifications based on their specific area of interest or experience (even more letters after their name). But, it is for the benefit of the general public who doesnt necessarily understand our credentials (or the alphabet soup that follow our names). The link on the website doesnt work. Heres one for you. So I have: One thing you may need to be aware of is that in some states you may not use theLPC-I abbreviation (as in Texas). When I was still in the Masters program, our career counseling instructor made sure to clarify that for us. . If you retired your LAC, you can also note LAC-retired.. I find credentialing so interesting. How to List Your Credentials First - Highest Degree Earned The first credential listed after your name on your business card should always be the highest degree earned (not an honorary degree) in your field. Thank you for dropping in to extend this conversation, Yvette. Im not sure how to put the credentials after my name. MAIS: Master of Accounting and Information Systems. Thanks for your help!!! . MBI: Master of Business Informatics. Chris Swenson, MS . Your license as a professional counselor doesnt mean that you are practicing anywhere; it simply indicates that you are qualified to do so. Thanks so much for dropping in to ask this question! Supervised by Wendy Dagenais, MA, LPC-S, LCDC, Or Also, is it ok to just write Psychotherapist and Industrial-Organizational Practitioner under my name? After your name, follow the order in which your credentials are listed in the following table. How can I sign with those credentials also? After your name, follow the order in which your credentials are listed in the following table. Your name should be preceded by letters, with the last letter preceding your name. Double-check abbreviations. To list your credentials after your name correctly, follow the order listed below: Include your academic degrees. That means Cheryl Doe Remi, PhD, LPC, LCDC is the correct signature for you. Hi, Tye! Whether on business cards or in your daily business correspondence, placing your credentials after your name is an important detail that you may wish to include to ensure that you present yourself as a qualified professional. Yes that helps a ton! Yes, it varies by profession and violating the unwritten rules for your profession can be seen as either unprofessional or pretentious. So . Its important to help employees (and supervises) understand why it is necessary to set this identity aside not to be hidden as if it is a secret; but, also not to be used as a crutch for a fragile ego or to deceive others into believing that they are something they are not. What about those professional qualifications or titles from professional organizations that you hold? . If you encounter significant resistance to taking this position, I would encourage you to provide some support (including counseling) for this individual as he lets go of that degree after his name and transitions to a different professional identity. and IF he is approved in your jurisdiction (regardless of where his actual training and experience took place), he should then be allowed to use the professional credential MD and referred to as doctor.. Denna Dilillo, PT, ATC/L, MS, SCS, attended APTAs Federal Advocacy Forum.ORDenna Dilillo, PT, ATC/L, MS, attended APTAs Federal Advocacy Forum. For example, Tynatta Pettit, MSW, LCSWA on one line. Just remember that as you accrue additional credentials, you can drop off the MA when necessary never include over 3 in your professional signature. Should I drop the MPsy due to the LPC? There are more than 90 nursing certifications available. Many of you have chosen mental health as a second career choice. The most traditional would be to place those letters preceded by a comma right after your name. I do PA, DHSc, EMT-P on my CV and drop the EMT-P for everything else. Maybe 2 separate cards for each State? My question is; do I include my degree on my cards? Susan Underhill MA, LCMHC, LPC, NCC? Sylvia Bowman, LPC, NCC Hey! I have a license from another state that is equal to my LPC, do I list that? ; I just dont know which comes first, the chicken, or the egg!LOL. Do not include . If you get those answers, feel free to drop back in here and share them with us. Tell me more about your Master degree is it Master of Arts degree? -Allie B. Hi, Chris! I no longer need to see responses to this post. 1. Im not familiar with this acronym. Market Yourself. Do you have any thoughts on that? Thank you for the encouragement! Maya Black has been covering business, food, travel, cultural topics and decorating since 1992. How to construct your appellation. I would encourage you to seek legal consultation on this and if you are told you cannot do it, I would be tempted to list under your name and credentials the following Developmental and Counseling Psychology.. Context matters, Jemima. Hi Tamara, It is not an appropriate level of education to pursue, and does not rise to the level of a doctorate. An LMHC is a license (rather than a degree) that has been earned. A PsyD is an academic degree that has been earned. It looks like I have one to many so I guess Ive been doing it wrong. On the other hand, you don't want to bury it either. Thank you so much for sharing your insight into the proper etiquette when noting initials after ones name. How would one with two doctorate degrees list their credentials? They cannot prescribe medications, but may work with a psychiatrist who does medication management. Thanks, I say this because each of your licenses and your certification already indicate that you have at minimum a Masters level degree. That's because this is considered to be a permanent credential that cannot be taken away from you except under highly unusual circumstances. Many healthcare professionals list their credential, advanced degrees, and licensure on their business cards. 1. A credential appears immediately following a certificate holder's name, for example on business cards. So on my business card how do I include the business with my credentials? However I do have a follow-up question and was hoping you may have some information.I have been a practicing LCSW for a few years now in one state (still active license, I will be inactivating it rather than letting it lapse in a few months). The exception would be if your primary work is in the field of education (rather than counseling). 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