The School Counselor program is a fully online program that leads to initial certification in school counseling, as recognized by the New York State Education Department. Students will apply both developmental and intervention models to support the holistic growth of students as unique individuals within educational settings. Additionally, students will develop leadership skills and learn to advocate for educational equity for all students.
The program also includes hands-on experience within school districts, where students will work alongside skilled professionals, creating valuable networking opportunities for future success. This program can be completed in two years (four semesters) on a full-time basis, with a total of 48 credit hours, including 100 hours of Practicum and 600 hours of Internship. For those pursuing further graduate studies, SUNY Oneonta also offers an online Certificate of Advanced Study (CAS) program for School Counselor students seeking professional school counselor certification beyond the master's degree.
START TERM
Fall
DELIVERY METHOD
Online
APPLY DEADLINE
February 1 (preferred)
TOTAL CREDITS
48
- Submit a completed application and the non-refundable fee by February 1.
- Submit an official transcript of an earned Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college, consisting of a minimum of 9 s.h. in psychology and/or educational psychology coursework; cumulative grade point average of 3.0 based on coursework from all previously attended postsecondary institutions.
- Submit two professional letters of recommendation.
- For those who meet the above requirements (1-3), have a personal interview with members of the Counselor Education faculty.
- Submit an essay outlining your specific academic areas of interest and your career goals.
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