6 Hours / 6 CEs

On Demand | Self-Paced Professional Training

This on-demand professional training program on AI & Innovation in Counselor Education: A CEDL Deep Dive is presented by Drs. C. Sheperis, Vogal, Simmons, Cocker, D. Sheperis, Fulmner, Jencius, Scherer, Lainas, and Randolph.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming the landscape of counselor education, supervision, and clinical practice. This on-demand program provides a comprehensive exploration of AI’s current and potential applications across the counselor education continuum—from classroom instruction and clinical supervision to ethical decision-making and professional guidelines. Participants will gain foundational knowledge about AI tools such as chatbots, predictive analytics, and virtual reality, as well as their implications for teaching, learning, and practice. Each session offers a blend of expert-led discussions, real-world applications, and interactive learning to guide educators in thoughtfully integrating AI into their pedagogical and clinical practices. Special focus is given to ethical and cultural considerations, including privacy, consent, bias, and academic integrity. The program equips counselor educators with strategies for enhancing writing instruction, promoting critical AI literacy, and supporting diverse learners. Attendees will examine ACA task force recommendations and anticipate the next wave of AI developments. Practical takeaways and case-based examples ensure the content is immediately applicable and relevant. Whether you're new to AI or ready to refine your digital competencies, this program offers essential guidance for the future of counselor education.

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this training, participants will be able to:

  • 1 Describe strategies to guide students in using AI tools ethically, ensuring that AI applications align with professional standards
  • 2 Describe how AI can enhance counselor education through innovative training methods, including role-play simulations, strength-based feedback, cultural competence development, and ethical decision-making practice while promoting accessibility and inclusivity
  • 3 Describe the ethical use of AI tools by assessing their results, reflecting on transparency, and adhering to data privacy and copyright standards
  • 4 Describe how AI-powered tools can simulate both client and counselor interactions to facilitate real-time skill development in counselor training

  • Intended Audience

    This training is designed for individuals in the counseling and mental health fields who are interested in integrating Artificial Intelligence (AI) into teaching, supervision, and clinical practice. It is most relevant for those specializing in counselor education, clinical supervision, or professional training, and aims to support professionals seeking to enhance their work with innovative AI tools and approaches.

    • Counselor Educator
    • Clinical Supervisor
    • Professional Trainer in Counseling
    • Mental Health Professional

  • Experience Level

    This training is designed for licensed and pre-licensed mental health professionals at all experience levels who are interested in integrating artificial intelligence (AI) into counselor education, supervision, and clinical practice.

    Beginner:
    New to AI in counseling; seeking foundational knowledge of AI tools, terminology, and ethical considerations in educational and clinical contexts.

    Intermediate:
    Familiar with basic AI concepts; interested in practical strategies for integrating AI into teaching, supervision, and skill development, with attention to ethical and cultural implications.

    Advanced:
    Experienced with AI applications in counseling; aiming to refine digital competencies, critically evaluate emerging technologies, and lead ethical, equitable AI integration in counselor education.

  • Practice Setting

    Counselor educators, clinical supervisors, professional trainers in counseling, and mental health professionals typically practice in environments dedicated to education, supervision, and clinical care. These settings are designed to foster learning, professional development, and client support, often equipped with technology and resources to facilitate both in-person and virtual interactions. The work environment emphasizes collaboration, ethical practice, and ongoing professional growth, with increasing integration of digital tools and AI to enhance teaching, supervision, and clinical outcomes.

    • University or college counseling departments and classrooms
    • Clinical training centers or counseling labs
    • Community mental health agencies
    • Private counseling practices with supervision components
    • Professional development and training organizations
    • Online or hybrid educational platforms for counselor education
    • Hospital-based behavioral health units with training programs
    • Nonprofit organizations offering mental health services and supervision

Training Outline

Key topics covered in this training include:

  • The Evolution of Technology in Counseling
    Explore how AI, telehealth, and mobile apps are reshaping counseling, with a focus on integration strategies and ethical concerns

  • AI Ethics in Counselor Education and Practice
    Learn to critically evaluate AI tools using ethical frameworks, emphasizing fairness, transparency, and regulatory compliance

  • AI in the Classroom: Pedagogical Opportunities and Challenges
    -Discover practical strategies for introducing AI into coursework to enhance student writing, engagement, and critical thinking

  • Simulated Supervision: Using AI for Skills Development
    Examine how AI-powered simulations and chatbots can provide real-time feedback and support clinical skill-building in training programs

  • Guidelines from the American Counseling Association
    Review the ACA’s official recommendations on AI use in counseling and education and explore real-world applications and future trends

  • Equity, Ethics, and Access in the Age of AI
    Address issues of equity and accessibility, ensuring AI integration supports diverse learners and aligns with the values of the counseling profession

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PAU Counseling Department

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CE Sponsorship Information

Palo Alto University, Continuing & Professional Studies (CONCEPT) is approved by, recognized by, or maintains sponsorship provider status with the following boards and agencies. We maintain responsibility for all content in our CE/CPD programs. For more information, visit here. 

  1. American Psychological Association (APA): Approved sponsor of continuing education for psychologists.

  2. Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB): Approved continuing education provider (ACE program, Provider #1480), 11/22/2023–11/22/2026.

  3. Canadian Psychological Association (CPA): Approved to sponsor continuing education for psychologists.

  4. National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC): Approved Continuing Education Provider (ACEP No. 7190).



Palo Alto University, Continuing and Professional Studies (CONCEPT) is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. Palo Alto University, Continuing and Professional Studies (CONCEPT) maintains responsibility for this program and its content. Palo Alto University, Continuing and Professional Studies (CONCEPT), is approved by the Canadian Psychological Association to offer continuing education for psychologists. Palo Alto University, Continuing and Professional Studies (CONCEPT), SW CPE is recognized by the New York State Education Department’s State Board for Social Work as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed social workers #SW-0356 and the New York State Education Department’s State Board for Mental Health Practitioners as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed mental health counselors. #MHC-0073. Palo Alto University, Continuing and Professional Studies (CONCEPT) has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 6811. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. CONCEPT Professional Training, #1480, is approved to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Organizations, not individual courses, are approved as ACE providers. State and provincial regulatory boards have the final authority to determine whether an individual course may be accepted for continuing education credit. CONCEPT Professional Training maintains responsibility for this course. ACE provider approval period: 11/22/23-11/22/26. Social workers completing this course receive (clinical or social work ethics) continuing education credits.