ACS 45-Hour Clinical Supervisor Bridge Program
20-Hour Live Training • Louisiana-Approved Continuing Education
Earn Your National Supervisor Credential
Our ACS 45-Hour Clinical Supervisor Bridge Program provides an efficient, nationally recognized pathway for licensed clinicians who have already completed a state-approved supervisor training and want to advance to the Approved Clinical Supervisor (ACS) credential.
This program delivers the additional 20 CE hours required to meet the 45-hour ACS training standard, while strengthening advanced supervisory leadership, ethics, multicultural responsiveness, and gatekeeping competencies.
The ACS credential is the premier national certification for clinical supervisors and is recognized across many U.S. states.
CE Approval & Accreditation
This bridge program is approved for 20.0 CE clock hours, including:
17.5 hours in Supervision
1.25 hours in Ethics
1.25 hours in Social & Cultural Foundations (Multiculturalism)
Approved by the Louisiana Counseling Association (LCA) as authorized by Louisiana Mental Health Law (R.S. 37:1101–1123)
Training Format
Format: Live, interactive training via Zoom
Structure: Three-day comprehensive
Attendance: All 20 hours must be attended live with video on to receive CE credit
Total Instruction Time: 20 hours
Prerequisite: Completion of a state-approved 25-hour supervisor training (e.g., Louisiana LPC-S)
Daily Schedule (Central Time)
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
What Is the ACS Credential?
The Approved Clinical Supervisor (ACS) designation demonstrates advanced competency in clinical supervision and leadership. It is ideal for:
Licensed professional counselors and mental health clinicians
Supervisors seeking national-level recognition
Clinicians supervising across multiple states
Clinical leaders, trainers, and educators
Professionals developing or leading supervision programs
The ACS credential is portable, nationally respected, and signals supervisory excellence.
Who This Training Is For
This bridge program is designed for clinicians who:
Hold an unrestricted LPC, LMHC, LPCC, or equivalent license
Have already completed a state-approved supervisor training
Want to pursue the national ACS credential
Supervise post-graduate clinicians, interns, or pre-licensed counselors
Seek advanced skills in ethics, evaluation, gatekeeping, and multicultural supervision
This course does not repeat foundational supervisor content and focuses exclusively on advanced ACS-level competencies.
What You Will Learn
This training builds advanced supervisory leadership through:
Advanced Models of Clinical Supervision
Supervisor Advocacy, Leadership & Program Development
Multicultural, Social Justice & Anti-Oppressive Supervision
Supervisor Ethics Beyond State Requirements
You will leave prepared to submit your ACS application with confidence.
Live Training Experience
This course is delivered live in an interactive learning environment and includes:
Instructor-led lectures
Advanced case study analysis
Small group discussions
Applied supervision exercises
Real-time Q&A
What’s Included With Your Enrollment
Your registration includes:
20 live CE credit hours
Official ACS Bridge Completion Certificate
National supervision forms & templates
ACS professional portfolio guidance
Tuition & Registration
Tuition: $325
Includes all training materials, CE certificate, and ACS portfolio templates.
Flexible payment options available, including PayPal Pay in 4 for eligible buyers.
Discounts may be available for LCA and NBCC Members, email admin@genuinehearts.org to inquire before purchase.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Is the ACS credential recognized in every state?
Many states accept it, some require it, and others strongly prefer it for supervisors or faculty roles. It is the most portable supervisor certification available.
Does this course automatically grant the ACS credential?
No. This course fulfills the training requirement. You will still submit your ACS application and portfolio to the Center for Credentialing & Education (CCE).
Will I receive documentation for the ACS application?
Yes. You will receive all certificates and documentation needed to verify training hours and competencies.
Can this be taken without your 25-Hour LPC-S course?
Yes. You may enroll if you can provide proof of an equivalent state-approved supervisor training.
Ready to Enroll?
Select the cohort that best fits your schedule.
Each cohort has limited seating.
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What happens after registration
You will receive a confirmation email after checkout
Zoom access details and calendar invitations are sent separately
Attendance is tracked to meet CE requirements
Each cohort follows the same three-day comprehensive format and includes limited seating.