Counseling: School Counseling Specialization (5042), M.S.Ed.

In order to be recommended for licensure as a School Counselor, the State Department of Education stipulates that candidates without teaching experience will have a semester-long orientation experience in a (PreK-12) school as an early part of the preparation program. Students will meet this requirement by successful completion of Counseling 712 Learning Theories and 30 hours of observation (15 hours in Elementary K-6; 15 hours in Secondary 7-12 setting).

Specialization Requirements (24 Hours)

COUN 620 - Introduction to Counseling Credit(s): 3
COUN 705 - Classroom Management for School Counselors Credit(s): 3
COUN 716 - Growth and Development Across the Life Span (Birth to Adult) Credit(s): 3
COUN 747 - Special Topics in School Counseling Credit(s): 3
COUN 775 - Counseling Children/Adolescents with Psychological Dysfunctions Credit(s): 3
COUN 786 - Organization and Administration of School Counseling Services/Programs Credit(s): 3
COUN 787 - Pre-Practicum in School Counseling Credit(s): 3
SPED 760 - Behavior Interventions and Strategies for School Administrators and Counselors Credit(s): 3