2023 Conference Session Information

• Presenter Requirements:

  • The primary presenter must be an ACA member in good standing. ACA will verify your membership, so please make sure it is current and remains current for the duration of the conference (through April 2023)
  • The primary presenter is the contact person and is responsible for notifying all co-presenters of acceptance, rejection, scheduling and any other information provided by ACA. The primary presenter's email address is the primary form of communication.
  • An individual may not be listed on more than two (2) ACA Conference Session (excludes invited sessions).
  • Presenters must be able to attend the ACA 2023 Conference & Expo and be available to present any day/time during the conference.
  • Presenters must register for the Conference by January 6, 2023 to present. Presenters that do not register by this deadline will not be listed in the Conference Program or be allowed to present.

• How many times is the same presentation offered?

  Each Session is presented one time during the Conference.

• Tips:

  • Attendees have many programs to select from and often choose those that have well written descriptions
  • Attendees desire brief reviews of research that support the concepts presented
  • Prepare your proposal in a Word document and use the grammar/spell check before copying and pasting into the online form
  • ACA is seeking advanced programs that provide in-depth knowledge or skills beyond the introductory or basic level
  • Save and print a copy of your submission for your reference and records
  • Presenter Photo Recommendations:
    • Photo image:
      • Submit a color photo, taken in last 6 months
      • Use a clear image of your face. Do not use filters commonly used on social media.
      • If possible have someone else take your photo. 
      • Use a plain background
    • Resolution, Print Size, and Quality:
      • Submit a high-resolution photo that is not blurry, grainy, or pixelated.
      • The correct size of the photo is: 3 x 4 inches
    • Pose and Expression:
      • Have a natural smile, with both eyes open.
      • Face the camera directly with full face in view.

• Grounds for Disqualification:

  • Do not submit the same proposal under different formats (i.e. submission as a 60-minute session and the same as a 30-minute poster session)
  • Do not use presenter name(s) or identifying information, except under the presenter contact information section(s)

• How will my proposal be reviewed?

  • Proposals are blind reviewed
  • A committee of professional counselors representing all divisions and regions will review proposals
  • Proposals will be rated using the below rubric and criteria

  Scoring Rubric:

  1 = Very Poor, 2 = Poor, 4 = Fair, 6 = Good, 8 = Very Good, 10 = Outstanding

  Proposal Review Criteria

  1. Organization and clarity
  2. Relevance to professional counselors
  3. Appropriateness of rationale
  4. Clearly stated and appropriate learning objectives
  5. Well-developed presentation to assure accomplishment of objectives
  6. Consideration of Cultural Diversity and Ethics
  7. Innovative and cutting edge or proven and effective evidence-based practices
  8. Substantive content to be covered in presentation