3-4 years 2 600-800 fieldwork hours
BECOME A SOCIAL JUSTICE CHAMPION
The Master of Arts in Education, School Counseling program focuses on educational justice while training graduates in counseling, consultation, and relationship-building skills required to pursue a career as an effective school counselor
Our graduates understand the different needs of diverse students and appreciate the wide variety of journeys each student has traveled
The program provides general preparation for Pre-K-12* school counselors as well as counselors in community college and university settings
Through our distinct combination of educational justice with counseling training, our graduates are uniquely equipped to advocate for and serve students from a wide range of backgrounds
LEARNING OUTCOMES
Evaluate student academic, social/emotional, and career functioning using appropriate formal and informal assessment procedures
Utilize cultural competence and identify the impact of their contribution to interpersonal interactions when communicating with the clients they serve
Use the ethical standards of the American School Counseling Association (ASCA) or the American Counseling Association (ACA) to identify and resolve ethical conflicts
Identify students affected by inequities and advocate for education justice
Identify as a professional school counselor in keeping with the regional, state, and national norms for the profession
*Coursework also meets all standards required for a California Pupil Personnel Services (PPS), School Counseling Credential
Offered in-person in Redlands and Riverside in Fall #3 most innovative
University in the West
U S News and World Report 2024 credits 48-54 nights per week + weekday fieldwork
Whether you’re just starting your career or you’re an established professional looking to advance in your field, we provide the tools, skill set, and support to transform yourself and those around you.