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Counselor, Clinical License in Maine

Quick Answer

To obtain a Counselor, Clinical in Maine, review the requirements from Maine Department of Professional & Financial Regulation~Office of Professional and Occupational Regulation.

Background Check
Required

Requirements

Counselor, Clinical license in Maine

bronze
Education
Specific course required
Exam
Third-party exam required
Background Check
No criminal record prohibitions
Continuing Education
No continuing education requirement to maintain license
Veterans Benefits
A temporary license is available to military and spouses until formal license approval

Licensing Agency

Maine Department of Professional & Financial Regulation~Office of Professional and Occupational Regulation

Counselor, Clinical Salary in Maine

Entry Level

$43,810

Median

$60,970

Experienced

$93,070

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics. Salary data is for informational purposes only.

How to Get Licensed

Step-by-step roadmap to becoming a licensed Counselor, Clinical in Maine.

  1. 1

    Complete Education Requirements

    Specific course required

  2. 2

    Submit Background Check

    No criminal record prohibitions

  3. 3

    Pass the Required Exam

    Third-party exam required

  4. 4

    Submit Your Application

    File your application with the licensing agency.

  5. 5

    Receive Your License

    Processing times vary. Check with your state licensing board for current timelines.

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Data from CareerOneStop (DOLETA/DEED). Last updated: February 14, 2026.