Private practitioners in counseling. Fees: Initial Application and Standard written Examination: $180 Initial License (Max): $200 License Renewal: $220 Jurisprudence and Ethics Examination: $100 Re-Examination (Standard): $100 DOJ FINGERPRINT PROCESSING FEE: $32.00 FBI FINGERPRINT PROCESSING FEE: $17.00 Examination Frequency: Jurisprudence and Ethics Examination - Continuous Administration. Standard Written - Continuous Administration. Exam Locations: Multiple. Experience Requirement: Doctor’s or Master’s degree containing specific course content and completion of specific coursework or training, 3000 hours experience under direct supervision of authorized supervisor. Average Time to Process Application: Allow 4-6 weeks. Renewal Period: Every 2 years. Special License Requirements: Fingerprint clearance through the Department of Justice and Federal Bureau of Investigation; take and pass examinations. Authority: California Code of Regulations, Title 16, Division 18, Section 1800, et seq. Business and Professions Code, Chapter 16, Section 4999 et seq.
