About Us

Welcome to the ACCCCS!

The Association for the Coordination of Counseling Center Clinical Services (ACCCCS) was formed in November, 1996 when a group of clinical services coordinators and clinical services directors representing colleges and universities from around the country met at The Ohio State University to discuss common interests and concerns.

Membership in the association is open to any staff member in a college or university counseling center who is directly responsible for coordinating the clinical service aspect of the agency’s services, including the day-to-day coordination and implementation of those clinical services. Currently, directors, associate directors, assistant directors, coordinators, and staff members hold membership in the association. The aim of the association is to be inclusive and welcoming of all persons in counseling centers with responsibility for coordination of clinical services.

Values Statement

ACCCCS is committed to equality. We welcome everyone and do not discriminate on the basis of race/ethnicity, color, nationality, religion, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, age, medical condition, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, sexual orientation, or status as veteran. This nondiscrimination policy covers membership, access, and treatment while participating in ACCCCS programs and activities.

Statement of Purpose

The purpose of the ACCCCS is to promote the exchange of ideas and to enhance the provision and management of culturally responsive clinical services at counseling centers within institutions of higher learning. The ACCCCS also seeks to:

  1. create opportunities for professional development and continuing education,
  2. provide support and clarification of role and function, and
  3. help members improve collaboration and cooperation with personnel, administration, and other stakeholders at their respective institutions.

 

"ACCCCS Then and Now" was presented at the 2012 ACCCCS Conference in Chapel Hill, North Carolina.  To see the presentation, click on this link: accccs-then-now.pdf