In 2009, the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP) updated its standards, requiring that all accredited programs incorporate preparation for disaster response into core curricula. Disaster response differs significantly from traditional counseling, and students and educators must have a working knowledge of its unique demands. This presentation will provide counselor educators and supervisors with the basic knowledge and resources they need to begin incorporating disaster intervention preparation into their curricula.
