What percentage of LPCs is selected for an audit of their continuing education credits each year?

The percentage of licensed professional counselors (LPCs) selected for an audit of their continuing education credits each year is typically set at a range of 10-25 percent. This auditing process helps ensure that LPCs are maintaining their professional development and adhering to state requirements for continuing education. The random selection for audits serves to uphold the integrity of the profession, ensuring that counselors are engaging in ongoing learning to remain current in their practice. Audits help verify compliance with established standards and encourage LPCs to complete the necessary educational requirements within their license renewal periods, thus fostering a higher standard of care for clients.

Other ranges provided do not align with commonly established auditing practices within professional regulatory bodies, which typically aim for a balance that ensures effective oversight without overwhelming licensed individuals or the administrative burden of compliance.