School Counseling
The School Counseling program at Andrews University is housed in the Department of Graduate Psychology & Counseling. The School Counseling curriculum prepares students for counseling in elementary and secondary schools.
The program includes course work and experiences required for endorsement as a school counselor. Students working toward certification as K-12 school counselors should consult with the coordinator of the School Counseling program about the requirements of the state where they plan to work. Some states require teacher certification in order to obtain school counselor endorsement.
The program is accredited by CACREP, the Council of the Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs, a specializing accrediting body recognized by COPA, the Council of Post-Secondary Accreditation. Learn more about our Counseling Education programs >>
| Course# | Core Requirements | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| EDFN500 | Philosophical Foundations of Education and Psychology | 3 |
| GDPC520 | Life Span Development | 3 |
| GDPC554 | Career Development | 3 |
| GDPC635 | Theories and Techniques of Counseling | 3 |
| GDPC638 | Group Processes | 3 |
| GDPC640 | Multicultural Issues for Counselors & Psychologists | 3 |
| GDPC644 | Psychological Testing | 3 |
| GDPC645 | Professional Ethics for Counselors & Psychologists | 3 |
| EDRM505 | Research Methods | 3 |
| EDRM611 | Applied Statistical Methods I | 3 |
| TOTAL | 30 |
| Course# | Specialty Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| GDPC525 | Psychology and Education of Exceptional Children | 3 |
| GDPC530 | Professional Issues in School Counseling | 3 |
| GDPC540 | Behavioral and Emotional Problems of Children | 3 |
| GDPC545 | Administration of Guidance Services | 3 |
| GDPC600 | Family Counseling | 3 |
| GDPC624 | Addictions and Addictive Behaviors | 3 |
| GDPC686 | Interventions and Diagnosis with Children and Adolescents | 3 |
| TOTAL | 21 |
| Course# | Clinical Instruction | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| GDPC650 | Practicum in Counseling | 3 |
| GDPC655 | Internship in Counseling | 6 |
| TOTAL | 9 | |
| Total MA Degree Credits | 60 |
Disclaimer: The course information on these pages is not intended to replace official Andrews University bulletin copy.