School Counseling for Certified Teachers

Overview

This 36-credit School Counseling for Certified Teachers program from Duquesne University results in school counseling certification. Students may complete the Master of Science in Education (M.S.Ed.) in School Counseling for Certified Teachers program on a full- or part-time basis. Students have the option of taking classes in the early evening and late afternoon.

Strengths of the 36-credit School Counseling for Certified Teachers program include:

• Certification: The program meets the academic requirements in Pennsylvania (and most other states) for School Counseling Certification
• Tuition Award: Students receive a 15% tuition award for taking 6 credits per semester
• Level II Certification: Satisfies the Pennsylvania Department of Education's (PDE) academic requirements for Level II certification for persons possessing a Level I instructional (teacher) certificate
• Full-time and Part-time options: Students have the option to complete the program on a full-, half-, or part-time basis if desired
• Small to Moderate Class Sizes: Classes typically range from 6-30 students and are conveniently held in the evenings allowing students to remain employed during the day
• Variety of Fieldwork Options: Students have the opportunity to experience a variety of schools and mental health agencies for fieldwork
• Large Alumni Base: As a graduate of this program, you will be amongst more than 1,200 graduates who serve as leaders in the education profession

Graduates may obtain employment as/in:

• School counselors in public, private, charter, cyber, and alternative schools as well as in intermediate units
• School-based therapists
• University career, admissions, and advising offices