West Chester University

Program Information

Degree Offered

M.Ed. Counseling: Elementary School Counseling; M.Ed. Counseling: Secondary School Counseling; M.S. Counseling: Higher Education/Post Secondary, Specialist I Certificate in Counseling (Elementary or Secondary); Certificate in Professional Counseling Licensure Preparation

Format: Campus

Program Description:

The Department of Counseling and Educational Psychology offers two master of education degree programs, one in elementary school counseling and another in secondary school counseling. Completion of the M.Ed. school counseling programs academically qualifies candidates for the Pennsylvania Educational Specialist I Certificate which is required for employment as an elementary or secondary school guidance counselor. Individuals who have earned a master's degree in counseling or a counseling-related area may pursue a nondegree program of study (certification only) leading to the Educational Specialist I Certificate. The department also offers a master of science degree for individuals who will seek employment as student service professionals in higher education settings, or as counselors in community service agencies/programs and business employee assistance programs. A post-master's certificate program is offered for individuals who have completed a master's degree in counseling or a closely related area and would like to build their clinical mental health skills while completing the educational requirements for licensure as a professional counselor.

Tuition & Financial Aid

Financial Aid Offered: No

Classification: Master's Colleges & Universities I

Institution Sector: Public

Locale: Large Suburb

Size & Settings: 10,000 - 19,999