Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D) in Counselor Education and Supervision

The Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision provides advanced level preparation for counselors in various public and private human service and mental health settings, as well as preparing individuals for counselor education faculty positions in colleges and universities.Program Learning OutcomesGraduates of this program will be able to: Demonstrate an understanding of ethical and legal considerations, and multicultural responsiveness, in counselor education and supervision Demonstrate a specific focus on knowledge and skillpractice in the following areas: counselor supervision; teachingpedagogy of counselor education; research and scholarship; advanced counseling theory and techniques; leadership and advocacy; and professional identity as a counselor Assume the role of instructor with the ability to understand and apply: teaching methods; instructional and curriculum design; and evaluation methods of teaching Provide high quality counseling supervision which enhances supervisees' ability to conceptualize clients from multiple theoretical perspectives; nurtures supervisees' counseling skills; evaluates the effectiveness of supervisees' counseling; uses multiple theories of supervision; and demonstrates knowledge and skills related to evaluative, gatekeeping, and remediation practices of supervision Conduct quantitative and qualitative research, along with understanding and applying the recommended practices for professional writing.