School Counseling

The program of study will prepare students to:

1. address student and family issues of concern which have adverse affect on student achievement and success.

2. promote, plan, and implement prevention programs regarding personal/social management and decision-making, college/career, and course selection and placement.

3. demonstrate leadership by promoting, planning, and implementing programs which are comprehensive, developmental, and integrated into the total school curriculum.

4. participate in the development of follow-up activities for all students which enhance personal growth and academic success

5. consult and participate with teams and individuals to ensure responsiveness and equity to cultural diversity issues as well as learning styles of all students.

6. collaborate with other helping agents (parents, agencies, community members).

7. participate in coordinating resources for all students, families, and staff.

8. be seen as a leader by faculty parents, and students in defining and carrying out the role and function of school counselor.

9. demonstrate appropriate documentation relating to student success and well-being.

10. establish and assess measurable goals for student outcomes from counseling programs, activities, interventions, and exercises.

11. to collaborate with staff members in developing staff training regarding issues related to student academic, social, emotional, and developmental needs on a school-wide basis.

Pre-requisites for admission to the School Counseling Program: The student must meet requirements for admission into the master's concentration in school counseling; possess teacher certification and 2 years of teaching experience.  Additionally, any other certification prerequisites - such as special education requirements - must be met in addition to the master’s degree requirements.