Master of Arts - School Counseling

The Master of Arts in School Counseling program includes a variety of courses, practica, internships and other training experiences that offer comprehensive preparation for professional practice as a school counselor.

Study human development, psychopathology, research, assessment, theories of counseling, and ethical and legal issues, as well as individual, group and other school counseling interventions. Learn to develop and deliver a comprehensive school counseling program and complete an internship. 

Training in counseling skills begins in the first semester, and an internship usually begins in the second year. This training prepares students to develop and deliver a comprehensive school counseling program, which is aligned with the principles outlined by the American School Counselor Association National Model for School Counseling Programs.