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Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) License in West Virginia

Quick Answer

To obtain a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in West Virginia, review the requirements from COUNSELING.

Requirements

Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) license in West Virginia

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Education
Degree required
Exam
Third-party exam required
Continuing Education
Continuing education required to maintain license
Veterans Benefits
A temporary license is available to military and spouses until formal license approval

Licensing Agency

COUNSELING

Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) Salary in West Virginia

Entry Level

$32,000

Median

$46,710

Experienced

$77,260

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

How to Get Licensed

Step-by-step roadmap to becoming a licensed Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in West Virginia.

  1. 1

    Complete Education Requirements

    Degree required

  2. 2

    Pass the Required Exam

    Third-party exam required

  3. 3

    Submit Your Application

    File your application with the licensing agency.

  4. 4

    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.