A. Yes, you do not have to be a certified clinical psychologist to take the course. Human resources staff, top management of companies, as well as graduate school students has taken the course.

A. Presently, examinations are given in English, and dictionaries are allowed. The Japanese version of the examination is being prepared for a December 2004 launch, by the Employee Assistance Certification Commission, in the U.S.

A. The CEAP Training Course is simply one training unit that counts toward eligibility for the exam, and there are other requirements. For instance, if you have a M.S. in psychology, a minimum of two years of EAP (e.g. counseling in the field) experience would be required. Also, 20 hours of supervision (supervised training) under a CEAP holder would be needed as well. If you do not hold a psychology M.S. degree, then a minimum of five years experience in EAP is required. Please note, however, that certification requirements are subject to changes.

This course is the only course offered in Japan that counts as a course credit toward a CEAP examination, which is the sole EAP certification accepted in the world. CEAP is an American certification examination, so supervision and field experience are examined at the time of application. Therefore we believe that while the completion of the training course will not automatically make the person eligible for a CEAP exam, it is a large step in that direction.

It is true that one of the objectives of the CEAP Training Class is for preparation of the CEAP examination, but we would also like to provide a setting for people to be able to have a thorough study of the subject of CEAP, which is gradually gaining popularity in Japan. Presently, there does not seem to be a clear knowledge on the distinction between EAP and such fields as industrial counseling and clinical psychology. We are aiming to bring up individuals who could put to use EAP techniques that have demonstrated their effectiveness in economical and clinical results in the U.S. and European countries.

A. We will inform you of exam schedules, and the required procedures for application. We can also provide support for the CEAP supervision, which is another requirement for the certification. Supervision can be done over the telephone.

A. Presently, there is only one CEAP holder in Japan: Kaoru Ichikawa of JEAP. We also have EAP consultant staffs that are scheduled to receive certification early next year.

A. Presently, examinations are given only in English, but Japanese examinations are being prepared for launching in 2004 by the CEAP certification authority (Virginia, U.S.A.) The text and test will be in Japanese.

A. Job opportunities exist in the corporate or EAP outsourcing environment as an EAP counselor.

A. CEAP is a certification program under EAPA (International Employee Assistance Professionals Association), with the following strict requirements (depending on educational background) for taking the examination; this becomes natural and sufficient proof that CEAP holders have a desired high level of practical experience.

1) Educational background: Non-EAP related fields (graduate degree in Engineering, Liberal Arts, etc.)

2) Experience: Minimum of 2 years experience in over 3,000 hours of EAP related work
Must pass examination within 7 years of initial application
Post-exam training: Must complete at least 60 hours of training
Supervision: Must be able to provide proof of over 24 hours and at least 6 months of supervision by a CEAP (certified EAP specialist)

2) Educational background: Graduate degree holder of Social Work or Clinical Psychology
Experience: Minimum of 2 years experience in over 2,000 hours of EAP related work
Must pass examination within 7 years of initial application
PDH Post-exam training: Must complete at least 15 hours of training
Supervision: Must be able to provide proof of over 24 hours and at least 6 months of supervision by a CEAP (certified EAP specialist)