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Mar 17, 2025
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2009-2010 Graduate Studies Bulletin (Archived Copy) [Archived Catalog]
Counselor Education, Ed.S.
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The counselor education program offers two areas of concentration leading to the degree of education specialist: school counseling and marriage and family counseling. The Ed.S. degree requires 66 hours and is accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Counseling Related Educational Programs (CACREP).
The Ed.S. in Counselor Education with a specialization in school counseling fulfills the certification requirements for endorsement as a K-12 school counselor in South Carolina. Students are advised to speak to the appropriate staff in the Office of Student Affairs (Wardlaw 113) for information about the certification requirements of other states. Completion of this specialization will also satisfy South Carolina’s academic requirements for application for licensure as a Licensed Professional Counselor Intern (LPC-Intern). After the completion of the required post-degree clinical hours and supervision of these hours, licensure as an LPC is possible. Students are advised to contact the appropriate licensing board for more details.
The Ed.S. in Counselor Education with a specialization in marriage, couples, and family counseling will satisfy South Carolina’s academic requirements for application for licensure as a Licensed Professional Counselor Intern (LPC-Intern). Completion of this specialization may also fulfill the academic licensure requirements of states that specify the completion of a two-year program of graduate study as a marriage and family counselor/therapist. Be advised that completion of this specific course of study does not prepare the graduate for endorsement by the University as a school counselor. The student must also be aware that state licensing boards may have additional academic and/or supervised clinical requirements beyond the qualifying degree in order to obtain a license to practice. Students are advised to contact the appropriate licensing board for application materials and to discuss these requirements with their advisors.
Applicants are responsible for ensuring that their application is complete and received by The Graduate School by December 1 for Summer One Term admission. In addition to The Graduate School’s application requirements, applicants must submit a letter of intent stating the student’s desire to enter the degree program and outlining long-term professional goals and estimated length of time to complete a program of study. Applicants must also submit a current resume.
Degree Requirements |
The Ed.S. degree requires 66 hours composed of:
Select one course from the following:
Clinical Courses (9 Hours):
Select one of the following (3 Hours):
Select two of the following (6 Hours):
Specialization Course (6 Hours)
Human Growth and Development (3 Hours)
Specialized Studies in Counseling (6-12 Hours)
Social and Cultural Foundations (6-12 Hours)
Certificate in Career Development Facilitator
Students who received the 18-hour Graduate Certificate in Career Development Facilitator (CDF) must complete the following 48 hours to earn the education specialist’s degree: Note:
All candidates will successfully complete a comprehensive examination prior to graduation. All 66 hours must be completed within six years. |
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