Program Overview

School Counseling Graduate Option

The Master of Counseling (MCOUN) degree with a School Counseling option uses a competency-based approach to preparing school counselors. The program prepares the counselor to provide comprehensive school counseling programs that serve all students. Counselors will learn to utilize strategies to work with their students' academic, personal/social, and career development needs. Preparation consists of a sequential program that integrates academic knowledge and theory with closely supervised counseling practice. Self-exploration and personal development are integral components of the program.

Program Details

• The program is available only at OSU-Cascades and via Ecampus.
• The option is offered within the following major: Counseling - College of Education.
• Graduates are eligible for an Oregon School Counselor License upon completion of additional steps required by the Oregon Teacher Standards and Practices Commission. These steps may include completion of COUN 582 and/or COUN 591.

Course List

• Specialty Courses
  • COUN 515: COUNSELING INTERNSHIP (taken in school settings over multiple quarters) - 15 credits
  • COUN 546: LEADERSHIP OF SCHOOL COUNSELING PROGRAMS - 3 credits
  • COUN 548: SPECIAL EDUCATION ISSUES IN COUNSELING - 3 credits
• Total Credits: 21

Option Code

• 2980