DISPOSITIONS DESCRIPTIONS

Dispositions
Per CACREP definitions, dispositions are: “the commitments, characteristics, values, beliefs,
interpersonal functioning, and behaviors that influence the counselor's professional growth and
interactions with clients and colleagues.” (CACREP, 2015)

We believe, in accordance with accreditation standards and best practices in the counseling field,
that dispositional self-awareness is vital for counselor-in-training growth and development. As
such, in each course you will be asked to do a self-reflection quiz where you will rate yourself in
each of the below dispositional areas. You will also be asked to reflect on a growth area, detailing a
change you will make in order to facilitate growth.

Each of these dispositions is rooted in professionalism and a Biblical worldview. Please read below
for details about each:
S - Displays a sense of Social responsibility and the belief that all students/clients can learn
responding with empathy and sensitivity to unique human needs and has an understanding of
fairness, justice, and equity.

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23 - Fruit of the Spirit ; Isaiah 1:17

C - Demonstrates Commitment and Work ethic taking responsibilities seriously and following through
on commitments through self-discipline and work ethic. This includes student involvement in
professional development opportunities when applicable.

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23 - Fruit of the Spirit; Colossians 3:23

R - Demonstrates Reflective practice showing an intentional thought process for decision making,
using ethical models when appropriate

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23 - Fruit of the Spirit; James 1:5

I - Displays personal Integrity by acting in ethical and moral ways, valuing honesty, and following the
appropriate professional code of ethics and the university code of honor.

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23 - Fruit of the Spirit; Proverbs 28:6

P - Displays Professionalism in behavior and actions by respecting those in authority, peers, and
others by advocating for themselves in a respectful way following the proper protocols set in place by
the university and following the chain of command when expressing grievances.

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23 - Fruit of the Spirit; Hebrews 13:17

C – Demonstrates Cooperativeness when working and interacting with others, including appropriately
addressing conflict with others
 Scripture: Philippians 2: 1-5

O – Demonstrates Openness to Feedback accepting feedback from peers, professors, and/or

supervisors without defensiveness

Scripture: Proverbs 15:31-32

R – Displays Personal Responsibility managing time well and demonstrating conscientiousness in

assignments and work

Scripture: Galatians 6:5-10

E – Demonstrates Emotional Regulation, managing anxiety and expresses feelings appropriately and
effectively

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:5-9

References

Counsel for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs [CACREP] (2015).
2016 CACREP Standards. Alexandria, VA: Author. Retrieved
from https://www.cacrep.org/for-programs/2016-cacrep-standards/