Specific Requirements (2012-13 catalog)
Required courses:
| CSPU 500 |
Introduction to Counseling and Intervention |
3 |
| CSPU 511 |
Introduction to Ethical Practice of School Counseling |
3 |
| CSPU 512 |
Advanced Counseling and Intervention |
3 |
| CSPU 513 |
Group Leadership and Intervention |
3 |
| CSPU 514 |
Cultural and Community Issues in Counseling |
3 |
| CSPU 515 |
Practicum in School Counseling |
3 |
| CSPU 516 |
Children and Youth In Developmental Context |
3 |
| CSPU 616 |
Leadership and Systems Change |
3 |
| CSPU 617 |
Transition to Work and Career |
3 |
| CSPU 618 |
Best Practices in School Counseling |
3 |
| CSPU 620 |
Supervision and Mentoring in School Counseling I |
3 |
| CSPU 621 |
Supervision and Mentoring in School Counseling II |
3 |
| CSPU 640 |
Consultation and Indirect Intervention |
3 |
| EDUU 511 |
Collaboration for Inclusive Schooling |
3 |
| EDUU 600 |
Research and Evaluation Methods |
3 |
| EDUU 602 |
Positive Behavioral Supports |
3 |
The School Counseling program also requires the following:
Fieldwork and Internship: Candidates must complete the Practicum in School Counseling course and a minimum of 100 hours of practica fieldwork prior to beginning the final fieldwork or internship in CSPU 620 and 621. A minimum of 600 hours of post-practicum fieldwork or internship is required to apply for the credential. Most of these hours must be done in a public school setting at two different levels. All hours must be under the supervision of an experienced professional who holds a PPS credential in school counseling.
Applications for the practicum in School Counseling must be filed with the clinical coordinator at least two terms prior to the session in which a student plans to begin student teaching (or by the deadline established at the campus of residence). All Credential and Program requirements must be met prior to starting any practicum courses.
Exit Interview: Credential candidates must successfully complete an exit interview, a professional portfolio, and a capstone project to exit the program. Candidates who wish to earn a Master of Arts in Counseling must meet all the course requirements and earn a score of 550 or higher on the ETS Praxis Examination in Counseling and Guidance (#0420).
Upon successfully completion of all degree and credential and program requirements, graduates may apply to be recommended to the CTC for their PPSC credential. Candidates may do this by filling out the on-line Recommendation Form on the School of Education Services page on MyBrandman. The candidates application is then reviewed and recommended by the Teacher Accreditation Department to the CTC for the credential.