Which organization's model is referred to as the National Model?

• A. American Counseling Association
• B. American School Counselor Association
• C. American Psychological Association
• D. American Mental Health Counselors Association

Answer: (B)

The National Model is the framework used to design and implement comprehensive school counseling programs. It was developed by the American School Counselor Association and is often referred to as the ASCA National Model. This model provides structure for what school counselors do and aims to improve student outcomes in academics, career development, and social-emotional learning. It covers four areas: foundation (beliefs, vision, and program goals), management (organization and time), delivery (direct and indirect services to students), and accountability (measuring results and showing impact).

The other organizations listed are broader professional groups or serve different fields (general counseling, psychology, or mental health counseling) and are not associated with the National Model for school counseling programs.