Advanced Certificate in Counseling

Advanced Certificate in Counseling

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Become a more versatile Counselor

Ready to unlock a new chapter in your counseling career? Pursue a second specialization in School Counseling or Clinical Mental Health Counseling through our online Advanced Certificate program. Whether you've recently completed your 60-credit master's degree or are currently enrolled in our MSED counseling program and seeking to diversify your skillset, our program empowers you to:

  • Expand your expertise in a specialized counseling area.
  • Gain valuable credentials to broaden your career options.
  • Enhance your marketability in the ever-evolving counseling industry.

Students currently enrolled in our MSED counseling program can request to add this certificate toward the end of their master’s program. Your advisor will guide you through the steps to express interest and the approval process.

 

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Advanced Certificate in Clinical Mental Health Counseling 27 Credits
  • CE 636. Ethical & Legal Issues in Clinical and Mental Health Counseling: 3 Credits
  • CE 637. Management for Clinical Mental Health Counseling Programs: 3 Credits
  • CE 640. Intro to Addictions: 3 Credits
  • CE 642. Intro to Crisis Counseling: 3 Credits
  • CE 649. Family and Couples Counseling: 3 Credits
  • CE 625a. Internship 1: Clinical Mental Health Counseling: 3 Credits (300 Hours)
  • CE 625b. Internship 2: Clinical Mental Health Counseling: 3 Credits (300 Hours)
  • 2 Electives: 6 Credits
Advanced Certificate in School Counseling: 27 Credits
  • CE 628. Foundations of School Counseling: 3 Credits
  • CE 629. Ethical and Legal Issues in School Counseling: 3 Credits
  • CE 632. Child and Adolescence Counseling: 3 Credits
  • CE 650. School Counseling and Special Education: 3 Credits
  • CE 633. Special Topics in School Counseling: 3 Credits
  • CE 620a. Internship 1: School Counseling: 3 Credits (300 Hours)
  • CE 620b. Internship 2: School Counseling: 3 Credits (300 Hours)
  • 2 Electives: 6 Credits