Apr 19, 2024  
2022-2023 Graduate Catalog 
    
2022-2023 Graduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]


Counselor Education and Supervision (Ph.D.)



The Special Education, Counseling, and Student Affairs  graduate program offers a Doctor of Philosophy in Counseling and Student Development with an emphasis in Counselor Education and Supervision.  The program requires a minimum of 96 hours post baccalaureate. Training extends beyond that found in the entry-level, basic master’s program. The doctoral program addresses the professional leadership roles in counselor education, supervision, advanced counseling practice, and research competencies.  The program is accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP).

Course Requirements


Students who hold a Master’s degree may request transfer of up to 30 hours of that degree toward a Doctoral degree.

Professional courses (24 credit hours)


Cognate Area (6 credit hours)


Students will develop an area of focus constructed of courses outside of the department planned with concurrence of the committee.

Research (12-15 credit hours)


Total Hours Required for Doctorate: 96