OCCA Virtual Conference (15 May 2026)

Fri, 15 May 2026 04:00:00 GMT

More information to come

OSUDP Webinar: Trauma and Substance Use: A Trauma-Informed Understanding of Addiction (29 May 2026)

Fri, 29 May 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Stay tuned for more information.

OCA Leadership Certificate Program - Summer Series 2026 (30 May 2026)

Sat, 30 May 2026 04:00:00 GMT

Registration deadline: Tuesday, May 26, 2026

*Required in-person live Zoom sessions:

Session #1 (Saturday, May 30, 9-10:30am) &
Session #2 (Saturday, July 11, 9-10:30am)

The OCA Leadership Certificate Program (LCP) is an 8-week experience that is a FREE membership benefit for any graduate student, new professional, or seasoned professional discerning a possible future leadership role or who may already be serving in a position. LCP equips leaders with the most important tools and information they need to successfully hold a leadership position in OCA. Participants learn how to strengthen the effectiveness of a division/chapter/committee by applying best practices in successive leadership and through succession planning. They meet and network with their fellow participant leaders and receive mentorship and guidance for getting involved and helping to move the work of OCA forward.

Except for two 1.5 hour required in person Zoom gatherings, LCP allows participants to move through the program at their own pace through a series of pre-recorded learning modules. Modules are taught by past and present OCA leaders who share their experiences and insights related to some of the most significant aspects of being a leader in our association. All in person and recorded modules must be completed within the same series for which the participant is registered. The total time commitment is approximately seven hours and participants receive a certificate of completion and recognition at the All Ohio Counselor’s Conference.

Topics include:

Presidential Leadership & Vision
OCA History & Development
OCA Governance & Structure
Legislative Advocacy & Government Relations
Recruiting for Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Cultural Dignity
Professional Development & Continuing Education
Treasurer Responsibilities - Finance & Budgeting
Marketing to Membership
The Intersection of Servant Leadership & Counselor Attributes
Reflections from a Past President

Participant OCA membership must be up to date in order to register. You must register using the email address associated with your OCA account.

Questions? Contact Laura Lewis, OCA Leadership Development Committee Co-Chair, at laurajlewiscounseling@gmail.com

For more info, CLICK HERE to visit the Leadership Webpage.

Ohio Counseling Association upcoming events

OCCA Virtual Conference (15 May 2026)

OSUDP Webinar: Trauma and Substance Use: A Trauma-Informed Understanding of Addiction (29 May 2026)

OCA Leadership Certificate Program - Summer Series 2026 (30 May 2026)