Navigating Licensure Exam Accommodations
Online Event Date and Time
Saturday, July 12, 2025
11AM to 12:30pm
Registration deadline: July 10th, Thursday at 5pm.
Zoom link will be sent out on July 11.
Event Description:
Join Rebecca Kramer, LPC, ATR-P, for a practical and empowering workshop designed to demystify the process of requesting testing accommodations for the National Counselor Examination (NCE) in Illinois. Drawing from her personal advocacy journey and professional expertise, Rebecca will guide participants through eligibility criteria, required documentation, and timelines as outlined by the National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC) and the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR). Attendees will learn how to navigate potential barriers, advocate for specific needs, and understand their rights throughout the licensure process. This session is especially valuable for students, recent graduates, supervisors, and educators supporting future professionals.
Presenter Bio:
Rebecca Kramer, LPC, ATR-P (she/her)
Rebecca Kramer is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Provisionally Registered Art Therapist based in Chicago, Illinois. With a strong commitment to accessibility and neurodiversity-informed care, Rebecca brings both professional expertise and personal advocacy experience to her work. She has successfully navigated the process of securing testing accommodations throughout high school, college, and most recently for the National Counselor Examination (NCE) through the NBCC, in the state of Illinois.
Rebecca earned her Master’s in Art Therapy and Clinical Counseling, along with a Certificate in Sex Therapy, from Adler University, in October of 2023. She currently serves as the Wellness Specialist: Art Therapist at Gateway to Learning, a nonprofit supporting adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. In this role, she conducts individual and group art therapy and counseling. She also leads the organization’s sex education program, which is designed to promote autonomy, consent, and inclusive, developmentally appropriate education.
In addition to her clinical work, Rebecca serves as the Programs Committee Chair for the Illinois Art Therapy Association. Her approach is grounded in empowerment and practical guidance, and in this presentation, she offers a detailed, compassionate overview of how to apply for licensure exam accommodations in Illinois—with a focus on transparency, advocacy, and success.
Program Objectives
By the end of this presentation, participants will be able to:
Online Event Date and Time
Saturday, July 12, 2025
11AM to 12:30pm
Registration deadline: July 10th, Thursday at 5pm.
Zoom link will be sent out on July 11.
Event Description:
Join Rebecca Kramer, LPC, ATR-P, for a practical and empowering workshop designed to demystify the process of requesting testing accommodations for the National Counselor Examination (NCE) in Illinois. Drawing from her personal advocacy journey and professional expertise, Rebecca will guide participants through eligibility criteria, required documentation, and timelines as outlined by the National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC) and the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR). Attendees will learn how to navigate potential barriers, advocate for specific needs, and understand their rights throughout the licensure process. This session is especially valuable for students, recent graduates, supervisors, and educators supporting future professionals.
Presenter Bio:
Rebecca Kramer, LPC, ATR-P (she/her)
Rebecca Kramer is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Provisionally Registered Art Therapist based in Chicago, Illinois. With a strong commitment to accessibility and neurodiversity-informed care, Rebecca brings both professional expertise and personal advocacy experience to her work. She has successfully navigated the process of securing testing accommodations throughout high school, college, and most recently for the National Counselor Examination (NCE) through the NBCC, in the state of Illinois.
Rebecca earned her Master’s in Art Therapy and Clinical Counseling, along with a Certificate in Sex Therapy, from Adler University, in October of 2023. She currently serves as the Wellness Specialist: Art Therapist at Gateway to Learning, a nonprofit supporting adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. In this role, she conducts individual and group art therapy and counseling. She also leads the organization’s sex education program, which is designed to promote autonomy, consent, and inclusive, developmentally appropriate education.
In addition to her clinical work, Rebecca serves as the Programs Committee Chair for the Illinois Art Therapy Association. Her approach is grounded in empowerment and practical guidance, and in this presentation, she offers a detailed, compassionate overview of how to apply for licensure exam accommodations in Illinois—with a focus on transparency, advocacy, and success.
Program Objectives
By the end of this presentation, participants will be able to:
- Identify eligibility criteria for testing accommodations as outlined by the National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC) and the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR).
- Describe the step-by-step process for requesting accommodations for the National Counselor Examination (NCE), including required documentation and timelines.
- Recognize common challenges and barriers applicants may face when navigating the accommodations process, and learn strategies to address them effectively.
- Differentiate between types of accommodations commonly approved (e.g., extended time, separate testing room, breaks), and how to advocate for specific needs.
- Apply knowledge of personal rights and ethical considerations related to disability disclosure and accommodations in professional licensure contexts.
