Master of Science in Guidance and Counseling

This degree does not qualify a student for any teaching certificate or licensure in the State of Alabama. Out-of-state students should check carefully the certification requirements of their respective states.

NOTE: This program was previously known as the Master of Science in Adult Continuing Education (Non-Certification) Guidance and Counseling Option.

Program Admission Requirements

Phase I: Graduate School Admission.

Meet the requirements to be admitted to the School of Graduate Studies.
Provide verification of background clearance/fingerprints.

Phase II: Counseling Program Admissions Portfolio

Candidates must submit a portfolio to the Counselor Education Program for review. The portfolio affords a candidate to provide valuable information regarding:

Relevance of Career Goals
Aptitude for Graduate-level study
Potential success in forming effective counseling relationships
Respect for Cultural differences.

Resume including educational background, a record of employment, and volunteer activities.
Professional Goals Essay
Three completed Recommendation for Admission Forms.

I. Professional Courses: 9 hours

II. Concentration Courses: 39 hours

Total Required: 48 hours

Note(s):

This program is also offered online.

Program Completion Requirements

The student shall:

Maintain a minimum grade point average of 3.0 or better in all courses in the approved program as verified on an official transcript with no grade less than "C."
Make a satisfactory score on a written comprehensive examination (Praxis II) documenting mastery of the curriculum of the program.