Master of Science in Educational Counseling - Community College Counseling

The Master of Science in Educational Counseling Community College Emphasis degree provides the academic pathways for students who are committed to the professional practice of counseling in community colleges and other educational organizations. The program is designed to prepare educational counselors to be reflective social justice leaders who advocate for positive institutional transformation that promotes anti-racist, just, and equitable outcomes for all students. Students will be prepared to deliver culturally responsive services to a pluralistic society and will develop comprehensive counseling skills informed by theory, research, and practice.

Program Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:

Advocate for all PK-14 students by employing anti-racist practice within educational foundations, growth and development, learning theory, and academic achievement.
Implement the basic foundations of school counseling professional standards.
Perform as equitable driven leaders and promote social justice efforts to enhance inclusivity and access for all.
Distinguish among major developmental theories of practice (personality, social, physical, emotional, and cognitive development) and chronological stages of human development that impact student academic development and life- long learning.