Program Overview

Online Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision

Overview

The fully accredited online PhD in Counselor Education and Supervision from University of the Cumberlands teaches the knowledge and skills you need to launch a career in research and postsecondary teaching in counseling programs across the United States. Our program also covers the advanced leadership skills needed to drive change as an administrator in behavioral health agencies and beyond.

Types

• Doctoral

Location

• Online

Credits

• 66

Cost

• $449/credit hour

Program Description

Learn the theory and practice of educating and supervising future counselors in clinical settings and in your own higher education classroom. Expand your impact. Empower others. Teach the next generation of counselors.

By the Numbers

• Average Salary: $77,500
• Industry Growth: 12%
• Ranked #2 in KY, Affordable Counseling Programs
• Ranked #1 in U.S., Online PhDs

Programs & Requirements

PhD in Counselor Education and Supervision

The PhD in Counselor Education and Supervision from University of the Cumberlands teaches the knowledge and skills you need to launch a career in research and postsecondary teaching in counseling programs across the United States. Our program also covers the advanced leadership skills needed to drive change as an administrator in behavioral health agencies and beyond.

Course Requirements

• Core CES Courses (36 hours)
  • CES 700 - CES Program Orientation
  • CES 704 - Professional Writing
  • CES 705 - Introduction to CES: Professional Identity
  • CES 715 - Online Counseling and Supervision
  • CES 730 - Andragogy in Counselor Education and Supervision
  • CES 731 - Multicultural Issues in Counselor Education and Supervision
  • CES 733 - Ethical and Legal Issues in Counselor Education and Supervision
  • CES 735 - Advanced Counseling Theories and Skills
  • CES 831 - Theories and Techniques of Clinical Supervision
  • CES 833 - Leadership & Advocacy in Professional Counseling
  • CES 835 - Online Teaching & Learning in Counselor Education
  • CES 837 - Neuroanatomy & Behavioral Medicine for Professional Counseling
• Clinical Coursework (9 hours)
  • CES 931 - Advanced Clinical Practicum
  • CES 953 - Advanced Clinical Internship I
  • CES 955 - Advanced Clinical Internship II
• Research Coursework (9 hours)
  • CES 734 - Quantitative Research Design
  • CES 850 - Qualitative Research Design
  • CES 851 - Advanced Qualitative Research Design OR CES 738 - Advanced Quantitative Research Design
• Dissertation Sequence (12 Hours)
  • CES 838 - CES Comprehensive Exam
  • CES 736 - Dissertation Seminar
  • CES 839 - Advanced Educational Research
  • CES 950 - Dissertation
  • CES 951 - Dissertation

Admissions Requirements

• Hold a 60-credit hour CACREP (or equivalent) master's degree in counseling.
• Have earned a 3.5 GPA (on a 4-point scale) on all graduate work as verified by official transcripts.
• Hold a current professional counseling license.
• Two recommendations from professional sources (supervisors, employers, professors).
• Provide a writing sample detailing the applicant’s contribution to the counseling profession, professional goals for the future, and research interests.
• Provide a current resume’ or CV.
• Successfully complete admissions interview with the admission committee.

Mission and Goals

The mission of the PhD in Counselor Education and Supervision online program is to develop counselor educators and supervisors who are innovative in their contributions to the profession through research, leadership, advocacy, and clinical excellence.

• Prepare advanced clinicians to serve their communities in socially responsive ways.
• Prepare counselor supervisors to serve their communities in socially responsive ways.
• Prepare counselor educators to be competent in creating innovative, culturally responsive educational environments for diverse learning communities.
• Train ethical researchers who can conduct original research studies designed to benefit the field of CES.
• Develop leaders and advocates for lifelong investment in promoting wellness in a diverse global community.
• Develop culturally responsive and social justice-oriented professionals.

Career Outcomes

• Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor: $101,340
• Psychologist: $81,040
• Mental Health Program Manager: $101,340
• Educational or Career Counselor: $60,140
• Compliance Manager: $71,690
• Postsecondary Teacher: $79,640

Faculty Experts

• Dr. Michael Verona
• Dr. Angelica Woods-Smith
• Dr. Mary Hermann

CACREP Assessment

The Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP) accredits the Clinical Mental Health Counseling program and the PhD in Counselor Education & Supervision program. CACREP is a specialized accrediting body recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) that accredits counselor-preparation graduate degree programs.