School Counseling, Sixth Year Certificate

The program course outline and graduation requirements for this catalog year are listed below.  The department website provides an overview of the program, including admission requirements, faculty biographies, learning outcomes, and careers: https://www.southernct.edu/academics/counseling-school-psychology

This is an educator preparation program in the State of Connecticut with additional admission requirements (see Admissions>>Teacher/Educator Preparation Programs). Candidates recommended for certification must also meet any additional Connecticut State Department of Education (CSDE) requirements (see Degree Requirements>>Teacher/Educator Preparation Programs) in effect on the date CSDE receives the certification application.

Program Sequence - 41 credits

As sequencing changes, it is highly recommended that students meet with their program advisor to finalize a list of requirements for graduation.  

Program Requirements
CSP 567 – Professional Orientation to School Counseling Services
CSP 570 – Ethical and Legal Issues in School Counseling Services 
CSP 572 – Psychology of Career Development
CSP 606 – Counseling Children and Adolescents in Schools
CSP 656 – Group Counseling
CSP 674 – Consultation in Schools

Required SC Field Work
CSP 659 – Individual Supervision and Practicum Seminar in School Counseling 
CSP 550 – Counseling Skills and Techniques
CSP 569 – Theories in Counseling
CSP 540 – Intro to Assessment in Counseling and School Psychology
CSP 573 – Equity-Based College and Career Readiness Counseling
CSP 675 – Internship & Seminar in School Counseling 

Please note, 4 credits of CSP 675 may be waived with approved teaching experience.