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School and College Counseling, M.A.

  • Application Deadline
  • 24 months
    Duration
, CA,
The Master of Arts in Education, School Counseling program involves training in counseling, consultation, and helping relationships. The program provides general counseling preparation for public and private school service. Coursework meets all standards required for a California Pupil Personnel Services (PPS) Credential.

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This program involves training in counseling and consultation to prepare students for counseling positions in a range of educational settings. Coursework within this two-year program meets all standards required for a California Pupil Personnel Services credential.

Programme Structure

Courses included:
  • Pupil Personnel Services: Counseling in Schools
  • Curriculum and Program Development
  • College Counseling Emphasis
  • Introduction to College Student Development Theory
  • Higher Education in the United States
  • Higher Education Law
  • Organization Theory & Leadership in Higher Education

Detailed Programme Facts

  • Programme intensity Full-time
    • Full-time duration 24 months
  • Credits
    48 alternative credits
  • Languages
    • English
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  • Delivery mode
    On Campus

English Language Requirements

  • Minimum required score:

    6.5

    The IELTS – or the International English Language Test System – tests your English-language abilities (writing, listening, speaking, and reading) on a scale of 1.00–9.00. The minimum IELTS score requirement refers to which Overall Band Score you received, which is your combined average score. Read more about IELTS.

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  • Minimum required score:

    80

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General Requirements

  • Completed application
  • Evidence of a bachelor's degree from a regionally-accredited institution
  • One (1) official transcript issued by the Registrar of each institution attended, sent directly to the Office of Graduate and Professional Enrollment. 
  • Two (2) letters of recommendation from faculty or professionals who know your work
  • Personal Statement: Essay of 500 words describing personal experience and interests in the field. 
  • Evidence of Certificate of Clearance issued by CCTC
  • Counseling Simulation
  • International Student Supplement (part of the online application)
  • Certificate of Finances and supporting financial documentation 
  • Scan or photocopy of biographical page from your passport and your dependents’ passports 

Tuition Fee

  • International

    730 USD/credit
    Tuition Fee
    Based on the original amount of 730 USD per credit and a duration of 24 months.

  • National

    730 USD/credit
    Tuition Fee
    Based on the original amount of 730 USD per credit and a duration of 24 months.
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Living costs for Redlands

  • 1100 - 1600 USD/month
    Living Costs

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