Counselor Education, M.A.

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College of Education
Department: Leadership, Policy and Lifelong Learning

Major Contacts, Deadlines, and Delivery Information

Concentration:

School Counseling

The Counselor Education major provides students with the general counseling skills needed to become professional counselors. Graduates are trained to assess problems, counsel clients, select appropriate intervention strategies and consult with other professionals and administrators. One concentration area is available: School Counseling.

Accreditation:

Accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP)

Accredited bh the Council for the Accreditation of Education Programs (CAEP)

Major Research Areas:
School Counseling, Group Counseling, Counselor Education

Admissions Information

Must meet University Admission and English Proficiency requirements as well as requirements for admission to the major, listed below.

Proof of educational or professional experience
Three letters of recommendation
Personal statement
Interview
Resume

International Students

International students should check with International Services (https://www.usf.edu/world/international-services/index.aspx) for the latest information on requirements related to State testing, internship and practica.

Curriculum Requirements

Total Minimum Hours - 55 Credit Hours Minimum

Core – 6 Credit Hours
Additional required courses – 24 Credit Hours
Concentration – 25 Credit Hours minimum

Core Requirements (6 Credit Hours Minimum)

EDF 6481 Foundations of Educational Research Credit Hours: 3
EDF 6217 Behavior Theory and Classroom Learning Credit Hours: 3

Additional Required Courses: (24 Credit Hours Minimum)

MHS 6006 Trends and Principles of the Counseling Profession Credit Hours: 3
MHS 6485 Human Development for School Counselors Credit Hours: 3
MHS 6420 Multicultural Counseling with Diverse Populations Credit Hours: 3
MHS 6200 Assessment and Appraisal Procedures Credit Hours: 3
MHS 6340 Career Development Credit Hours: 3
MHS 6400 Counseling Theories and Practices Credit Hours: 3
MHS 6509 Group Counseling Theories and Practices Credit Hours: 3
MHS 6700 Legal and Ethical Issues in the Counseling Profession Credit Hours: 3

Concentration Requirements

School Counseling Concentration (25 Credit Hours Minimum)

MHS 6470 Human Sexuality Issues for Counselors Credit Hours: 3
MHS 6450 Counseling Substance Use in School and Community Credit Hours: 3
MHS 6800 Practicum in Counseling Adolescents and Adults Credit Hours: 4
MHS 6418 School Counselor Accountability and Curriculum Credit Hours: 3
MHS 6601 Consultation for the Counseling Profession Credit Hours: 3
SDS 6820 Internship in School Counseling Credit Hours: 3-6 (6 Credit Hours required for this program)
MHS 6311 Online Services in Counseling and Helping Professions Credit Hours: 3
NOTE: RED 6514 and TSL 6700 are also required if documentation of Reading Endorsement and ESOL Endorsement are not provided:
RED 6514 The Reading Process in the Elementary Grades Credit Hours: 3
TSL 6700 ESOL for School Psychologists and School Counselors Credit Hours: 3

Other Information

Please be advised that major and/or course requirements are subject to change, per state legislative mandates, Florida Department of Education program approval standards, and accreditation criteria. A School Counseling (Post Master’s) Graduate Certificate is also available.

Comprehensive Exam

Students must successfully pass a comprehensive examination prior to enrollment in SDS 6820 Internship in School Counseling and must present official passing scores on the following examinations prior to graduation:

Florida Professional Education Exam
Florida Subject Area Examination in Guidance and Counseling

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