Program Overview

Introduction to the Master of Education in Counselor Education

The Master of Education in Counselor Education at the University of Mississippi prepares students to become highly-skilled professionals who provide flexible, consumer-oriented therapy that addresses students academic, career, and social/emotional development needs.

About the Program

The Master of Education in Counselor Education has two emphasis areas:

• Clinical Mental Health Counseling
• School Counseling

Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Clinical Mental Health Counseling is a distinct profession with national standards for education, training, and clinical practice. Clinical mental health counselors are highly-skilled professionals who provide flexible, consumer-oriented therapy. They combine traditional psychotherapy with a practical, problem-solving approach that creates a dynamic and efficient path for change and problem resolution.

School Counseling

School Counseling creates counselors that are certified/licensed educators, making them uniquely qualified to address all students academic, career, and social/emotional development needs. Students in this program learn skills such as designing, implementing, and evaluating a comprehensive school counseling program that promotes and enhances student success.

Program Information

Degree

M.Ed. in Counselor Education

Emphases

• Clinical Mental Health Counseling
• School Counseling

Required Credit Hours

60

Program Type

Master's Program

Program Location

Oxford

School

School of Education

Duration

2 years

Admission Requirements

Students applying to the M.Ed. in Counselor Education must meet the following requirements:

• An undergraduate degree with a 3.0 GPA on the last 60 hours of their coursework
• A current resume
• A statement of purpose
• 3 completed reference forms
• Interview with faculty

Application Deadline

To properly complete the application process for fall admission, students must submit all application materials before the deadline:

• Priority application deadline: March 1

Courses in Counselor Education

Some of the key classes youll encounter as a Counselor Education major include:

Coun 601: Life Span Development

This introductory course is designed for students to develop an understanding of human growth and development over the life span. Emphasis on physiological, cognitive, social, emotional, personality, spiritual, and moral development, as well as legal, ethical, and diversity issues will be reviewed in relation to human growth and development.

Coun 608: Seminar: Issues and Ethics in Counseling

This course examines the ethical standards of professional counseling organizations and credentialing bodies, as well as the applications of ethical and legal considerations in professional counseling. Students will explore legal and ethical considerations specific to clinical mental health counseling and school counseling.

Coun 640: Career Counseling

This course examines career development theories and approaches, as well as the impact of career on the lives of individuals with whom they will be working. Students will learn to utilize career assessments and access career information for counseling clients.