LMSW here again. Let me clarify about the credentialing of clinical staff.
Some psychology and social work programs are NOT accredited by the APA or the Social Work Counsel of Education. This means that someone can obtain the degree (MS in Psychology or the MSW) and NOT be eligible for state licensure to practice. Most Master of Psychology degrees do not qualify someone to be an independent practioner, and therefore they cannot be licensed by the state. You usually need a PhD in psychology or a Master of Social Work to be licensed as an independent practitioner. Carlbrook only lists 1 licensed practitioner, who happens to be a PhD in psychology. This means the majority of clinical staff at Carlbrook are unlicensed, hence unregulated by the state.
Some "advisors" listed on Carlbrook's website (clinical staff) have degrees from internet universities (ie: Argosy University). These degrees are total BS. Any program worth a grain of salt would not hire clinical staff with these questionable, nonlicensed credentials.
Sorry if I sound like an education snob. But I am not impressed by any of the institutions listed under the names of the advisors. Radford University? Appalachin State University? Francis Marion University? These schools are not in the top 50, maybe even not the top 200. You probably need a GED and half a brain cell to qualify for admission. Just because someone has a degree does not mean they are QUALIFIED to be a clinician. Clinical skills are not attached to a diploma. Any warm body can pass a couple exams, write a couple crappy papers, and purchase a degree.
Can people here please help me gather info about the connection (if any) between CEDU and Academy at Swift River / Cascade School / Mt. Bachelor Academy? Also, are these schools tied with the Mormons? I am trying to write a letter to the NASW and need more info. Thank you.