Question 1

ACA has 20 divisions, 56 state and international branches, and 4 national regions.

Accepted Answer

ACA has 20 divisions, 56 state and international branches, and 4 national regions. So the statement is true.

Question 2

This association has developed the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual and its main purpose is "ensure humane care and effective treatment for all persons with mental disorder, including mental retardation and substance-­‐related disorders."

Accepted Answer

The American Psychiatric Association (APA) is responsible for the development of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM), which is a critical tool used in psychiatry for diagnosing mental disorders. The APA's mission includes ensuring humane care and effective treatment for individuals with mental disorders.

Question 3

NRCA offers a process for maintenance of one's credential as a Certified Rehabilitation
Counselor, or CRC.

Accepted Answer

NRCA (National Rehabilitation Counseling Association) provides a process for maintaining the CRC credential, which involves continuing education and adherence to professional standards.

Question 4

The International Association of Marriage and Family Counselors is ________and the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapy is__________ :

Accepted Answer

The International Association of Marriage and Family Counselors is a division of the American Counseling Association (ACA), while the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapy operates as a standalone association, independent of the ACA.

Question 5

One can join many of the divisions of ACA without joining ACA.

Accepted Answer

One can join many of the divisions of ACA without joining ACA because the divisions are open to non-members.

Question 6

Individuals who belong to this association generally work in the schools. The main purpose of this association is to support professionals who "advance effective practices to improve students' learning, behavior, and mental health."

Accepted Answer

The National Association of School Psychologists (NASP) is the correct answer because it specifically focuses on supporting professionals who work in schools to improve students' learning, behavior, and mental health, aligning with the description given.

Question 7

Founded in 1955, today this association has about 136,000 members and its stated purpose is "to enhance the professional growth and development of its members, to create and maintain professional standards, and to advance sound social policies."

Accepted Answer

The National Association of Social Workers (NASW) was founded in 1955 and aims to enhance the professional growth of its members, maintain professional standards, and advance sound social policies, aligning with the description given.

Question 8

The American Psychiatric Association and the American Psychological Association use the same acronym (APA).

Accepted Answer

Both the American Psychiatric Association and the American Psychological Association share the acronym "APA."

Question 9

CSI is a division of ACA.

Accepted Answer

CSI (Crime Scene Investigation) is a term for forensic methods used in law enforcement. ACA (American Correctional Association) is an organization focused on the improvement of the correctional field, not related to forensic investigations.

Question 10

The American Art Therapy Association is open to any __________.

Accepted Answer

The American Art Therapy Association welcomes any individual interested in art therapy, not just professionals in the field. This inclusivity aims to foster a broad community of interest and support around art therapy.

Question 11

This association, with almost 10,000 members, is committed to the specialty practice of psychiatric mental health and its purpose is to focus on the "prevention of mental health problems and the care and treatment of persons with psychiatric disorders."

Accepted Answer

The American Psychiatric Nurses Association (APNA) is the organization that fits this description, focusing specifically on the field of psychiatric mental health nursing, including the prevention of mental health problems and the care and treatment of persons with psychiatric disorders.

Question 12

The National Organization for Human Services is:

Accepted Answer

The National Organization for Human Services is primarily aimed at undergraduates, focusing on providing support and resources for those studying or working in the human services field, rather than being exclusively for graduate students, focusing on in-depth counseling and psychotherapy, or being a division of the American Counseling Association (ACA).

Question 13

The National Rehabilitation Counseling Association is_______ .

Accepted Answer

The National Rehabilitation Counseling Association is a standalone association that is unaffiliated with the American Counseling Association (ACA).

Question 14

CACREP is a division of ACA.

Accepted Answer

CACREP (Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs) is an independent accrediting agency, which is not a division of the American Counseling Association (ACA) but collaborates closely with it.

Question 15

A properly certified NRCA rehabilitation counselor is known as a(n):

Accepted Answer

A properly certified NRCA rehabilitation counselor holds the title of Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC). This certification is recognized nationally and indicates that the counselor has met specific educational, experiential, and examination standards in the field of rehabilitation counseling.

Question 16

The NASW is a national organization of undergraduate human service professionals.

Accepted Answer

The NASW (National Association of Social Workers) is a professional organization for social workers, not specifically for undergraduate human service professionals.

Question 17

The American Association of Pastoral Counselors:

Accepted Answer

The American Association of Pastoral Counselors provides a code of ethics for its members, which is essential for guiding their professional conduct and ensuring they adhere to the highest standards of pastoral care and counseling.

Question 18

IAMFC is a division of ACA.

Accepted Answer

The International Association of Marriage and Family Counselors (IAMFC) is a division of the American Counseling Association (ACA).

Quiz 2: Professional Associations in Counseling and Related Fields

ACA has 20 divisions, 56 state and international branches, and 4 national regions.

This association has developed the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual and its main purpose is "ensure humane care and effective treatment for all persons with mental disorder, including mental retardation and substance-‐related disorders."

NRCA offers a process for maintenance of one's credential as a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor, or CRC.

The International Association of Marriage and Family Counselors is and the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapy is__ :

One can join many of the divisions of ACA without joining ACA.

Individuals who belong to this association generally work in the schools. The main purpose of this association is to support professionals who "advance effective practices to improve students' learning, behavior, and mental health."

Founded in 1955, today this association has about 136,000 members and its stated purpose is "to enhance the professional growth and development of its members, to create and maintain professional standards, and to advance sound social policies."

The American Psychiatric Association and the American Psychological Association use the same acronym (APA).

CSI is a division of ACA.

The American Art Therapy Association is open to any __________.

This association, with almost 10,000 members, is committed to the specialty practice of psychiatric mental health and its purpose is to focus on the "prevention of mental health problems and the care and treatment of persons with psychiatric disorders."

The National Organization for Human Services is:

The National Rehabilitation Counseling Association is_______ .

CACREP is a division of ACA.

A properly certified NRCA rehabilitation counselor is known as a(n) :

The NASW is a national organization of undergraduate human service professionals.

The American Association of Pastoral Counselors:

IAMFC is a division of ACA.

Quiz 2: Professional Associations in Counseling and Related Fields

ACA has 20 divisions, 56 state and international branches, and 4 national regions.

This association has developed the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual and its main purpose is "ensure humane care and effective treatment for all persons with mental disorder, including mental retardation and substance-­‐related disorders."

NRCA offers a process for maintenance of one's credential as a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor, or CRC.

The International Association of Marriage and Family Counselors is ________and the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapy is__________ :

One can join many of the divisions of ACA without joining ACA.

Individuals who belong to this association generally work in the schools. The main purpose of this association is to support professionals who "advance effective practices to improve students' learning, behavior, and mental health."

Founded in 1955, today this association has about 136,000 members and its stated purpose is "to enhance the professional growth and development of its members, to create and maintain professional standards, and to advance sound social policies."

The American Psychiatric Association and the American Psychological Association use the same acronym (APA).

CSI is a division of ACA.

The American Art Therapy Association is open to any __________.

This association, with almost 10,000 members, is committed to the specialty practice of psychiatric mental health and its purpose is to focus on the "prevention of mental health problems and the care and treatment of persons with psychiatric disorders."

The National Organization for Human Services is:

The National Rehabilitation Counseling Association is_______ .

CACREP is a division of ACA.

A properly certified NRCA rehabilitation counselor is known as a(n) :

The NASW is a national organization of undergraduate human service professionals.

The American Association of Pastoral Counselors:

IAMFC is a division of ACA.

This association has developed the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual and its main purpose is "ensure humane care and effective treatment for all persons with mental disorder, including mental retardation and substance-‐related disorders."

The International Association of Marriage and Family Counselors is and the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapy is__ :