Program Overview

Counseling Graduate Certificate

Overview

This 15-credit certificate is designed for individuals who possess a master's degree in counseling with a desire to complete post-graduate coursework to meet licensure requirements as a Virginia Professional School Counselor or Virginia Licensed Professional Counselor.

Available Concentrations

• Concentration in School Counseling (Post-Master's) This 15-credit concentration is designed for individuals who possess a master's degree in counseling and seek 15 credits of post-graduate coursework to meet licensure requirements as a Virginia Professional School Counselor.
• Concentration in Clinical Mental Health Counseling (Post-Master's) This 15-credit concentration is designed for individuals who possess a master's degree in counseling and seek 15 credits of post-graduate coursework to meet licensure requirements as a Virginia Licensed Professional Counselor.

Admissions

• Applicants must have an earned Master’s in Counseling with a primary focus in Community Agency/Clinical Mental Health Counseling or School Counseling; other applicable areas of counseling considered upon review.

Policies

Individuals interested in pursuing a license in school counseling or as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) should submit a full application. This is a competitive and holistic process in which the faculty will conduct a full transcript review and admissions interview.

Certificate Requirements

Total credits: 15

This certificate may be pursued on a part-time basis only.

Concentration in School Counseling (Post Master’s) (SCPM)

• Coursework
  • EDCD 606: Counseling Children and Adolescents (3 credits)
  • EDCD 613: Introduction to School Counseling (3 credits)
  • EDCD 626: Principles and Practices of School Counseling (3 credits)
  • EDCD 755: Practicum in Counseling (3 credits)
  • EDCD 791: Internship in Counseling (3 credits)
  • Total Credits: 15

Concentration in Clinical Mental Health Counseling (Post Master’s) (CHPM)

• Coursework
  • Choose 15 credits from the following Licensed Professional Counselor courses:
    • EDCD 609: Counseling Skills and Strategies for Adults
    • EDCD 652: Introduction to Addictions Counseling
    • EDCD 656: Diagnosis and Treatment Planning for Mental Health Professionals
    • EDCD 658: Couples and Family Counseling
    • EDCD 755: Practicum in Counseling
    • EDCD 791: Internship in Counseling
    • Total Credits: 15

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