Education M.A.: Counselor Education Concentration with Professional Clinical Counselor Option*

Suzanne Whitehead, Ed.D., Program Coordinator

Office: DBH 345
Phone: (209) 667-3955 or 3364

The Master of Arts in Education, Counselor Education Concentration: Professional Clinical Counselor (PCC) option is intended for those who wish to obtain a Board of Behavioral Sciences license and practice as an independent counselor in the community. Upon completion of the M.A. in Education, Counselor Education: Professional Clinical Counselor program, graduates are qualified to pursue PCC licensure.

Admission into programs leading to licensure and credentialing does not guarantee that students will obtain a license or credential. Licensure and credentialing requirements are set by agencies that are not controlled by or affiliated with the CSU and requirements can change at any time. For example, licensure or credentialing requirements can include evidence of the right to work in the United States (e.g., social security number or tax payer identification number) or successfully passing a criminal background check. Students are responsible for determining whether they can meet licensure or credentialing requirements. The CSU will not refund tuition, fees, or any associated costs, to students who determine subsequent to admission that they cannot meet licensure or credentialing requirements. Information concerning licensure and credentialing requirements are available from program coordinator.

Admission Requirements

To be considered for admission to the M.A. in Education, Counselor Education Concentration, PCC option, applicants must have been admitted to the M.A. in Education, Counselor Education program and complete the requirements for the M.A. in Education, Counselor Education Concentration, PCC.

Possess a baccalaureate degree.
Be admitted to the University with a GPA of at least 3.0 for the last 60 units earned.
Submit Application for First Interview form with payment receipt to the Advanced Studies in Education office (DBH 348). The application for the First Interview indicates that you must submit a written statement indicating suitability for the Stanislaus State Counselor Education Program and future work as a counselor. This document will not only be used to ascertain a candidate’s fit within the program, but will also be used as a measure of writing proficiency.
Pay program application fee at Cashier’s Office.
Submit a Certificate of Clearance (or valid California Teaching/Service Credential or Substitute Permit) with Application for First Interview.
Submit two (2) signed letters (or forms) of recommendation with the Application for First Interview.
Successfully complete First Interview.

General Information

Coursework Requirements - Students must be fully admitted to program prior to taking any Counselor Education coursework.
Graduate Requirements - The minimum academic grade point average for earning the M.A. degree is 3.0. The minimum acceptable grade for courses included in the M.A./PCC program is a “C.” A student who earns a grade of “C” or below may be put on probation if their GPA falls below the required 3.0. Earning a second grade of ”C” or below may lead to disqualification and removal from program and will be reviewed by the program coordinator on a case-by-case basis.
Final Requirements - The M.A./PCC in Education degree requires the successful completion of all coursework and passing a Comprehensive Exam, or approval of a written thesis, and passing of an oral thesis defense. After all requirements have been met, the student will be awarded the M.A. degree and/or will be associate eligible through the Board of Behavioral Sciences.
Class Scheduling - Courses are scheduled in the late afternoon and evening to enable employed individuals to enroll in classes. All of the courses for the PCC are only offered at the Stanislaus State Stockton Campus . Early registration is strongly recommended.
Coursework - Coursework expires seven years from completion and cannot be applied toward the Master’s degree. One-third of units may be revalidated if less than 10 years old. This applies to all Master’s degree options: thesis or comprehensive examination.

Requirements for M.A./PCC with Comprehensive Examination Option:

(60 units)

Program Courses:

EDCL 5520 - Principles of the Diagnostic Process 3 unit(s)
EDCL 5525 - Applied Psychopharmacology for Counselors 3 unit(s)
EDCL 5530 - Testing in Education and Counseling 3 unit(s)
EDCL 5535 - Advanced Families and Couples Counseling 3 unit(s)
EDCL 5540 - Counseling Exceptional Children and At-Risk Youth 3 unit(s)
EDCL 5545 - Human Development and Sexuality Throughout the Life Cycle 3 unit(s)
EDCL 5550 - Ethics and Law in Counseling 3 unit(s)
EDCL 5555 - Addiction Counseling 3 unit(s)
EDCL 5560 - Crisis and Trauma Counseling 3 unit(s)
EDCL 5570 - Counseling and Guidance in Education 4 unit(s)
EDCL 5600 - Family Counseling and Community Resources 3 unit(s)
EDCL 5610 - Educational and Occupational Information 3 unit(s)
EDCL 5630 - Multicultural Counseling 3 unit(s)
EDCL 5640 - Counseling and Psychotherapeutic Theories and Techniques 3 unit(s)
EDCL 5645 - Advanced Theories, Applications, and Administration of Clinical Counseling Services 3 unit(s)
EDCL 5650 - Group Counseling Techniques 3 unit(s)
EDCL 5850 - Counseling Seminar and Field Experiences 4 unit(s)
(2 enrollments for a total of 8 units)

Prerequisites: EDCL 5540, EDCL 5570, EDCL 5640

Graduate Core Courses:

EDGS 5510 - Introduction to Educational Research 3 unit(s)

Note:

If the Comprehensive Exam is not passed during the final semester of course enrollment, then student needs to register for EDGS 7006 (once).

Requirements for M.A./PCC with Thesis Option:

(67-69 units)

Program Courses:

EDCL 5520 - Principles of the Diagnostic Process 3 unit(s)
EDCL 5525 - Applied Psychopharmacology for Counselors 3 unit(s)
EDCL 5530 - Testing in Education and Counseling 3 unit(s)
EDCL 5535 - Advanced Families and Couples Counseling 3 unit(s)
EDCL 5540 - Counseling Exceptional Children and At-Risk Youth 3 unit(s)
EDCL 5545 - Human Development and Sexuality Throughout the Life Cycle 3 unit(s)
EDCL 5550 - Ethics and Law in Counseling 3 unit(s)
EDCL 5555 - Addiction Counseling 3 unit(s)
EDCL 5560 - Crisis and Trauma Counseling 3 unit(s)
EDCL 5570 - Counseling and Guidance in Education 4 unit(s)
EDCL 5600 - Family Counseling and Community Resources 3 unit(s)
EDCL 5610 - Educational and Occupational Information 3 unit(s)
EDCL 5630 - Multicultural Counseling 3 unit(s)
EDCL 5640 - Counseling and Psychotherapeutic Theories and Techniques 3 unit(s)
EDCL 5645 - Advanced Theories, Applications, and Administration of Clinical Counseling Services 3 unit(s)
EDCL 5650 - Group Counseling Techniques 3 unit(s)
EDCL 5850 - Counseling Seminar and Field Experiences 4 unit(s)
(2 enrollments for a total of 8 units)

Prerequisites: EDCL 5540, EDCL 5570, EDCL 5640

Graduate Core Courses:

EDGS 5510 - Introduction to Educational Research 3 unit(s)
EDGS 5620 - Action Research: Mixed Methods Design for Practitioners 3 unit(s)
EDGS 5990 - Thesis 1-4 unit(s) (4-6 units, minimum of 4 units)
Note: If Thesis is not completed after three semesters of enrollment in EDGS 5990, then student must enroll in EDGS 7005 every semester until completion of M.A.

Licensure/Credentialing Requirements

Admission into programs leading to licensure or credentialing does not guarantee that students will obtain a license or credential. Licensure or credential requirements are set by agencies that are not controlled by or affiliated with the CSU and requirements can change at any time. For example, licensure requirements can include evidence of the right to work in the United States (e.g., social security number or tax payer identification number) and successfully passing a criminal background check. Students are responsible for determining whether they can meet licensure or credentialing requirements. The CSU will not refund tuition, fees, or any associated costs, to students who determine subsequent to admission that they cannot meet licensure or credentialing requirements.

Professional licensure notification from the Chancellor’s Office.