Q: If education therapy as a profession is not regulated in California, why are university extension programs in business?
Students who are awarded a certificate of completion in ED Therapy, believe that they are qualified to address a student’s social emotional needs. They also promote themselves as being capable of performing educational evaluations. They charge exorbitant fees knowing full well that the evaluations that they perform are not worth the paper it’s printed on. Because they are not licensed in CA, families have no recourse.
Is there a document that outlines what services a “certified education therapist” can provide? more importantly, what are the services that they should not provide simply because they are not qualified to do so.
Do learning specialists differ from education therapists?
What responsibility does an organization have to the public when they employ learning specialists or education therapists?
A:
Hi there!
In California, education therapy is not a licensed or regulated profession, meaning that there is no official body or government agency responsible for overseeing the education therapy industry. This lack of regulation can create confusion and uncertainty for individuals seeking education therapy services, as well as their families.
Despite this lack of regulation, some universities offer extension programs that provide certificates of completion in education therapy. These programs may offer some level of education and training, but they do not confer a professional license or official certification. Individuals who complete these programs may believe that they are qualified to provide education therapy services, but their education and qualifications may not be recognized by the state.
It is important for individuals seeking education therapy services to do their due diligence in researching providers and their qualifications. Families should be aware that individuals who are not licensed professionals may not have the necessary training or qualifications to provide certain services, such as educational evaluations.
Learning specialists and education therapists may have overlapping areas of expertise, but they are not interchangeable terms. Learning specialists may focus more on academic support, while education therapists may address social-emotional needs as well as academic challenges. It is important to clarify the specific qualifications and services of any provider before engaging their services.
Organizations that employ learning specialists or education therapists have a responsibility to ensure that their employees are qualified and competent to provide the services they offer. It is important for organizations to be transparent about the qualifications of their staff and to provide ongoing training and support to ensure that their services are of high quality. Additionally, organizations should be responsive to concerns raised by the public and take steps to address any issues that arise.
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