School Counseling

Master of Arts in Education and Human Development
Department of Counseling and Human Development

Mission and Program Outcomes

The School Counseling Program is dedicated to the preparation of students to become knowledgeable and ethical counseling professionals for employment as school counselors in public and private schools and related educational settings for diverse populations. The program endorses an integrated approach to school counseling with other school services. Our program contributes to human development, adjustment and change by encouraging our diverse faculty and student body to engage in reflective practice, innovative inquiry and responsible social action.

Program Director

Dr. Sam Steen and Dr. Rebecca Dedmond

Program Details

Program Locations
Foggy Bottom Campus, Alexandria Graduate Education Center

48 Credit Hours
300 hours required for each internship
100 hours required for practicum

Sample coursework:

• Counseling Interview Skills
• Psychosocial Adjustment
• Career Counseling
• Lifespan Human Development
• Stress, Risk, and Resilience in Adolescent Development

Admissions Deadline:
Foggy Bottom: Fall - January 15 (Priority deadline to be considered for Tuition Support) or March 1 (final deadline), Summer - February 1, Spring - September 1
Alexandria: Summer - February 1st
Late applicants may be considered.

Semesters for Entry:
Foggy Bottom: Fall, Summer, Spring
Alexandria: Summer Admit only (second session)

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