Professional Counseling (Ed.S.)
Jubilee Hall
CHDCM@shu.edu
shu.edu/academics/ma-eds-professional-counseling-index
Program Code: EC_PROC_EDS
This program is an available option for graduates of the University's M.A. in Counseling or M.A. in School Counseling program
This program is designed for individuals who have completed either Seton Hall’s M.A. in Counseling or M.A. in School Counseling program and wish to pursue a licensure as a professional counselor. Depending upon the student’s area of study, the Ed.S. program is comprised of additional advanced-level practice and knowledge courses, specifically 12 credits for M.A. in Counseling students and 15 credits for M.A. in School Counseling students.
Note: The Ed.S. degree requires separate application and is currently available only to students who have completed the M.A. in Counseling or M.A. in School Counseling requirements from Seton Hall University.
Admissions Requirements
To be considered for admission, applicants are required to submit the following materials:
- Online application and application fee
- Official transcript(s) from all institutions attended, including completion of the University's M.A. in Counseling or M.A. in School Counseling program
- Letters of recommendation (3), including at least one from a professional colleague who can attest to the candidate’s ability to interact with others, fit with the counseling profession, and capacity for graduate study
- Personal statement
- Resume/Curriculum vitae
- Interview (upon request)
Data obtained from these materials provide information regarding student diversity, interests, and prior academic accomplishments in relation to program goals.
Application Deadline
Priority deadlines for program admission are May 1 for the Fall semester and November 1 for the Spring semester.
Incomplete applications are not reviewed. Additional applications may be accepted and reviewed beyond the deadline on a space available basis.
Ed.S. Courses for M.A. Counseling students
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| CPSY 6310 | Etiology-Treatment Addictions | 3 |
| CPSY 8520 | Sem-Psychopathology * | 3 |
| CPSY 6601 | Couple-Fam Dyn-Syst Perspect | 3 |
| CPSY 7383 | Internship in Prof Couns III * | 3 |
| Total Hours | 12 | |
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Prerequisites required. See program handbook and adviser for more information.
Ed.S. Courses for M.A. School Counseling students
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| CPSY 6302 | Orient Professional Counseling | 3 |
| CPSY 6310 | Etiology-Treatment Addictions | 3 |
| CPSY 8520 | Sem-Psychopathology * | 3 |
| CPSY 6601 | Couple-Fam Dyn-Syst Perspect | 3 |
| CPSY 7383 | Internship in Prof Couns III * | 3 |
| Total Hours | 15 | |
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Prerequisites required. See program handbook and adviser for more information.
Requirements for the program are outlined in the "Requirements" tab of this Catalogue. This Planner tab offers a sample semester-by-semester model schedule which accounts for historical course availability. For timely completion of the program, students must routinely meet with their assigned academic adviser to carefully plan their schedule based on available courses.
Important Note: For students interested in pursuing state certification/licensure, 60-credits are typically required. To obtain the requisite credits, students must pair the Ed.S. in Professional Counseling coursework outlined below with the M.A. in Counseling. Students are advised to discuss their professional intentions with their assigned academic adviser to learn more about the process.
Plan of Study - Ed.S. in Professional Counseling for M.A. Counseling students
| Second Year | ||
|---|---|---|
| Second Semester | Hours | |
| CPSY 6310 | Etiology-Treatment Addictions | 3 |
| CPSY 8520 | Sem-Psychopathology | 3 |
| Hours | 6 | |
| Third Year | ||
| First Semester | ||
| CPSY 7383 | Internship in Prof Couns III | 3 |
| CPSY 6601 | Couple-Fam Dyn-Syst Perspect | 3 |
| Hours | 6 | |
| Total Hours | 12 | |
Plan of Study - Ed.S. in Professional Counseling for M.A. School Counseling students
| Second Year | ||
|---|---|---|
| Second Semester | Hours | |
| CPSY 6302 | Orient Professional Counseling | 3 |
| CPSY 6310 | Etiology-Treatment Addictions | 3 |
| CPSY 8520 | Sem-Psychopathology | 3 |
| Hours | 9 | |
| Third Year | ||
| First Semester | ||
| CPSY 7383 | Internship in Prof Couns III | 3 |
| CPSY 6601 | Couple-Fam Dyn-Syst Perspect | 3 |
| Hours | 6 | |
| Total Hours | 15 | |
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