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Master of Arts in Community Counseling and Master of Arts in Guidance and Counseling
Department Of Educational Administration And Counseling (CP) (GC)(EA) (EM) (GR)
Dr. I. Sue Shepard, Chairperson
(573) 651-2137, E-mail: isshepard@semovm.semo.edu
Admission Requirements
The process of admission to the Counseling Program does not begin until a student has made application and been accepted into the School of Graduate Studies. See "Admission Requirements for Graduate Programs"and "Procedures for Admission".
For regular admission leading to a Master of Arts Degree in Guidance and Counseling or Community Counseling, applicants must present the following:
- For the program in Community Counseling an undergraduate preparation of either 24 credit hours in psychology, counseling, and/or sociology or psychology, counseling, or sociology-focused university studies courses, including a 3 credit course in statistics and a 3 credit course in psychological testing.
- For the areas of emphasis in Elementary School Counseling and Secondary School Counseling, applicants must either hold teaching certification at the appropriate level or provide evidence of competency in the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education's required areas of teaching methods, teaching practices, classroom management, and psychology of the exceptional child.. Applicants for the area of emphasis in Higher Education (Student Affairs) do not need to have teaching certification.
- For the post master's emphasis for School Psychological Examiner students must have a Master's Degree approved by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education and have teacher's certification.
- An undergraduate cumulative 3.0 grade point average (g.p.a.).
- Combined scores on the verbal and analytical sections of the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) at the 50th percentile.
- Three letters of recommendation, two of which must be from persons familiar with the student's academic and professional capabilities.
- The application, three letters of recommendation, and GRE scores must be received in the Graduate Office by April 1st for Summer enrollment, July 1st for Fall enrollment and by November 1st for Spring enrollment.
- A one semester provisional admission will be considered for applicants with the appropriate prerequisite coursework, a 3.0 undergraduate g.p.a., and at least one letter of recommendation on file.
In addition to the above requirements, applicants for admission into the Counseling Programs must complete the following procedures:
- The class CP610 Orientation to Personal and Professional Development in Counseling must be taken during the first semester in the counseling program. During this class the student will be exposed to a variety of experiences that will assist the student and the faculty in determining if this is the program for the student. During the first semester, students are strongly encouraged to limit their efforts to no more than 6 credit hours.
- A Preliminary Initial Study Plan.
- Students must complete a designated battery of screening instruments to be conducted by the Counseling Program faculty.
- After completion of the screening instruments, an interview with members of the Counseling Program Faculty will be arranged.
- In making its admission decision, the faculty uses multiple factors including undergraduate g.p.a., GRE scores, recommendations, progress CP610, the screening instruments, and interview. Following the screening the faculty will either offer regular admission, probationary admission, or denial of admission.
- If admission is offered, an advisor will assist the applicant in planning a program of courses to be taken (Detailed Initial Study Plan); this complete plan will be filed with the student's advisor and the applicant may commence taking courses as outlined in the plan.
Provisional And Regular Admission
After Steps 1-7 applicants may be admitted to the counseling program on a provisional status. Upon successful completion of Steps 8-11 students will be accepted for regular status.
Probationary Admission
Probationary admission will be considered by the program admissions committee if:
- The GRE scores are below the 50th percentile. The admissions committee may assess the strengths and weaknesses of an applicant and recommend a course of action designed to allow the student to demonstrate the potential to successfully complete this program.
- When the g.p.a. is below 3.0 but is between 2.75 and 2.99; or if the applicant has achieved a g.p.a. of 3.25 during the last 60 hours of undergraduate work. Students admitted to the counseling program on probation must attain a 3.5 g.p.a. for the first nine (9) hours of graduate coursework at Southeast Missouri State University. Unless authorized by the advisor, probationary students must include the following courses in the first nine (9) hours of coursework: GC640 Orientation to Personal and Professional Development in Counseling and GR691 Methods of Research. A student earning any grade less than a "B" in any of the first nine hours, but still maintaining a 3.0 g.p.a., will be allowed to repeat the course one time and must earn a grade of "B" or better.
Appeals Process
Applicants who are denied admission have the opportunity to appeal to the College of Education Graduate Appeals Committee.
Program Retention
The counseling faculty reserves the right to review students at any stage of the student's coursework. A review process will automatically be triggered by any grade less than a "B" or equivalent in any of the following courses: CP610 Orientation to Counseling, CP614 Skills for the Helping Professions, and all Practica and Internships (CP681, CP684, CP680, CP686, CP 687, CP682 and CP683). This review has the potential to terminate the student's degree program.
Application For Candidacy
An Application for Candidacy must be completed prior to enrollment in practica and prior to the last sixteen hours of coursework applicable to the degree. Eligibility to file for candidacy requires a 3.5 g.p.a. on program related courses. Advancement to candidacy signifies full admission to the programs.
Non-Thesis/Thesis
The student has a choice of writing a thesis and taking an oral exam or writing a non-thesis paper and taking comprehensive exams. Non-theses must be completed the semester before graduation. Work closely with your paper advisor. For more information refer to "Thesis" and "Non-Thesis Paper".
Graduation Requirement
Students in the programs in counseling must achieve a 3.25 graduate g.p.a. to be eligible to graduate.
Master of Arts in Community Counseling
Graduate Program Coordinator: Dr. A. Zaidy Mohdzain
(573) 651-2417, E-mail: zmohdzain@semovm.semo.edu
Core Course Requirements
The 48 hour program in Community Counseling consists of the following courses:
Since new courses are added periodically to the curriculum, students should work closely with their advisor when planning a program.
Students who are interested in being licensed by the state of Missouri as a Licensed Professional Counselor must work closely with their respective advisors to ensure that they meet all of the requirements needed to stand for licensure.
Master of Arts in Guidance and Counseling
Graduate Program Coordinator: Dr. Doris Skelton
(573) 651-2137, E-mail: dskelton@semovm.semo.edu
The 42 hour program in Guidance and Counseling consists of three emphasis areas:
- Emphasis in Elementary School Counseling
- Emphasis in Secondary School Counseling
- Emphasis in Higher Education/Professional Education
Requirements-Emphasis in Elementary School Counseling
Requirements-Emphasis in Secondary School Counseling
Requirements-Emphasis in Higher Education/Professional Education
School Psychological Examiner Certification
The initial certificate is issued for a five year period to those who meet the following requirements:
- Completion of a master's degree from a college or university meeting approval of the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education in one of the following areas:
- A valid teaching certificate.
- Recommendation for certification from the designated official of a college or university approved to train elementary and secondary school counselors by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.
- A minimum of two years teaching experience approved by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. (Please note that coursework applicable to this certificate may be taken prior to completing the teaching requirement.)
- Completion of a course in psychology and education of the exceptional child for two or more semester hours.
- A minimum of 24 credit hours of professional preparation at the graduate level with competencies demonstrated in all areas listed to the satisfaction of a college or university meeting approval of the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.
- Missouri certification is also based on the possession of knowledge and/or competency in several areas. Students must work closely with their respective advisors to determine the existence of knowledge and/or competencies in order to select the most appropriate courses.
- Individuals seeking certification only should see "Admission Classifications" item 4.B.
Requirements for Examiner Certificate
In addition to the requirements for the areas of emphasis in either elementary, secondary or higher education counseling for the guidance and counseling program, to be certified as a school psychological examiner the following courses also must be taken:
Since new courses are added periodically to the curriculum, students must work closely with their respective advisors when planning a program.
Students who are interested in working in a school setting must obtain certification from the state of Missouri.
Elementary And/or Secondary School Counselor's Certificate
The initial certificate is issued for a five year period to those who meet the following requirements:
- A valid teaching certificate (elementary or secondary) as required to teach in the public schools of Missouri. (Please note that coursework applicable to this certificate may be taken prior to completing the teaching requirement.)
- A minimum of two years of approved teaching experience.
- Completion of a course in psychology and education of the exceptional child for two or more semester hours.
- Completion of a master's degree with a major emphasis in guidance and counseling from a college or university meeting approval of the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.
- One year of accumulated paid employment (other than teaching or counseling).
- Recommendation for certification from the designated official of a college or university approved to train elementary or secondary school counselors by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education based upon the completion of a planned program of at least 24 credit hours of approved graduate credit in courses in guidance and counseling with at least 12 credit hours focused upon guidance and counseling in the elementary or secondary schools.
- Missouri certification is also based on the possession of knowledge and/or competency in several areas. Students must work closely with their respective advisors to determine the existence of knowledge and/or competencies in order to select the most appropriate courses.
Course Descriptions
CP531: Sexual Offender Treatment
Treatment components specific to sex offender therapy are emphasized. Differences between treating sex offenders and other clients will be addressed. (3 credit hours)
CP610: Orientation to Personal and Professional Development in Counseling
Personal characteristics, professional issues and responsibilities, and fundamental helping skills relating to the helping professions will be explored and acquired with an emphasis on experiential learning. (3 credit hours)
Designed to provide the prospective counselor with knowledge and understanding of the nature and needs of clients at different developmental levels, normal and abnormal human behavior, personality theory and learning theory. Counseling interventions for specific problem areas will be stressed. Prerequisite: CP610 or permission of instructor. (3 credit hours)
Theories and techniques of counseling utilized in diverse settings including elementary, secondary, post-secondary schools and agencies, with an emphasis on practical strategies for developing and delivering services through organized counseling programs. This exploration of a variety of counseling theories provides a foundation for practice for professional counselor. Prerequisite: CP610 or permission of instructor. (3 credit hours)
CP613: Social and Cultural Aspects of Counseling
This course provides a study of social changes and trends in sex roles stereotyping, societal subgroups, and different lifestyles. Attention is given to how stereotyping has influenced counselors' judgments in counseling different populations. Prerequisite: CP610 or permission of instructor. (3 credit hours)
CP614: Skills for the Helping Professions
Provides an understanding of the philosophic bases of the helping processes. It stresses application of counseling theories, helping skills, and consultation theories. The student will explore self as a helper and learn facilitating skills to bring about change for consultees and special population clients. Prerequisites: CP610, CP612 or permission of instructor. Credit/Non-credit. (3 credit hours)
CP615: Psychology of Career Development
Study of career development theories and decision-making models, career planning, career education, sources of educational and occupational information, nature and structure of the world of work, and leisure and lifestyle development. (3 credit hours)
Provides the student an understanding of group process, dynamics, skills, and theories. Provide the student an opportunity to investigate and experience group procedures which may be used to maximize human potential in professional counseling. Attention will be given to working with specific populations. Prerequisites: CP610, CP614 CP612 and permission of instructor. (3 credit hours)
CP617: Assessment in Counseling
The application of psychometric assessment techniques to increase understanding of the student/client and develop an individualized plan of assistance. Prerequisites: CP610 and ED615 or PY531. (3 credit hours)
CP620: Foundations of Higher Education I: The Context
An overview of higher education. Exploration of the historical development of higher education; the philosophical aspects; current functions, issues and participants; and considerations related to the future status of higher education institutions. (3 credit hours)
CP621: Finance and Assessment in Higher Education
An examination of financial and assessment components of higher education. Prerequisites: CP620 or permission of instructor. (3 credit hours)
CP622: Foundations in Higher Education II: Leadership
A study of leadership, strategic planning, public policy, and embracing change as it applies to effective administration in higher education. Prerequisites: CP623 or permission of instructor. (3 credit hours)
CP623: Principles and Practices in Higher Education
Development of a basic understanding of the nature of administrative work in higher education. Topics include legal and ethical issues, management theory, selection, training, supervision, evaluation, and program development. Prerequisites: CP620 or permission of instructor. (3 credit hours)
CP624: Theories of Collegiate Student Development
A study and application of developmental theory as it relates to the higher education student, the higher education environment, and the interaction between student and environment. Prerequisite: Admission to the program or permission of instructor. (3 credit hours)
CP625: Cultural Diversity in Higher Education
Exploration of the various contexts and cultures that shape students' collegiate experiences. Exploring issues of race, ethnicity, gender, age, disability, and sexual orientation and their influence on colleges and universities. Prerequisites: CP620 or permission of instructor. (3 credit hours)
CP630: Foundations of School Guidance and Counseling
The history and trends of the modern school guidance and counseling movement and an examination of the challenges and situations the school counselor faces in the school setting. Skill development for effective delivery of a comprehensive guidance program emphasizing cultural diversities and special needs. (3 credit hours)
CP631: Consultation in the Helping Professions
Designed to provide the prospective school-based helping professional with the knowledge of theories and techniques to be an effective consultant with administration, staff and parents regarding the school environment, classroom climate and individual student concerns. Prerequisites: CP610 or permission of instructor. (3 credit hours)
Practice in an educational or clinical setting with an emphasis on the utilization of tests. Prerequisites: CP735 and permission of instructor. Credit/Non-credit. (3 credit hours)
CP640: Counseling in Community Agencies
An overview of the role and scope of the community counselor, the community counseling agency, and the community counseling service programs. Prerequisites: CP610 or permission of instructor. (3 credit hours)
CP643: Psychodiagnostics and Treatment
Introduction to Psychodiagnostics using the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders. Emphasis will be placed on developing a working knowledge of the organizational structure and the professional terminology used in the manual and subsequent treatment plan development including an introduction to Psychopharmacology. Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor. (3 credit hours)
Designed to provide the prospective counselor with the knowledge of the profession's ethical and legal standards: their evaluation, methods of change, and applications to various professional activities. (1 credit hours)
CP645: Marriage and Family Counseling
An overview of the historical development and principal conceptualizations of marital and family counseling. (3 credit hours)
CP651: Professional Issues in Counseling
Directed study of special topics, issues and trends in counseling through seminars, forums, etc. (1-3 credit hours)
CP652: Counseling Children and Youth
Focus will be given to the definition, history and basic assumptions of play therapy. Process and skills will be reviewed along with the application of therapeutic strategies to high incidence childhood emotional and behavioral disorders and problems. Prerequisites: CP610 and CP614, or permission of instructor. (3 credit hours)
CP653: Family Dynamics and the Exceptional Child
Designed to provide the teachers with the basic skills in working with families of the exceptional child. To facilitate parental skills in using management techniques with the child at home. (3 credit hours)
CP654: Prevention Strategies for Adolescents
Opportunity to develop an atmosphere with diminished misbehavior as adolescents become more capable. Adolescent-adult interactions in communication, self-esteem, encouragement and decision-making will be emphasized. (1 credit hour)
CP655: Advanced Educational Processes
This course is a requirement for the School Psychological Examiner Certification in the elementary, middle and secondary schools. It is designed to provide an understanding of student characteristics and methods of assessing and evaluating variability of students and their performance. Prerequisite: ED615 or permission of instructor. (3 credit hours)
CP661: Substance Abuse Counseling
This course will provide counselors with techniques which are useful for adapting their existing skills to the special needs of substance abusing clients. (3 credit hours)
CP662: Gerontological Counseling
Provides the student the opportunity to develop a better conceptual system for understanding the phenomena of aging. Students will gain personal insight and learn practical counseling skills necessary for meeting the demands of coping with aging in our society. (3 credit hours)
Designed to concentrate on the techniques of supervision of counselor trainees and practicing counselors. Emphasis is placed on theories and methodology of supervising staff in education institutions, government, and other agency settings. Prerequisite: GC657 or GC658 or consent of the instructor. (3 credit hours)
CP673: Advanced Group Counseling
Advanced study of group theory, techniques, and leadership skills. The student will conduct a group under the supervision of the instructor. Prerequisite: CP616 or permission of instructor. (3 credit hours)
The first course of a two-course sequence where emphasis is placed on supervised practice with clients in a selected community agency, school, college counseling center or other appropriate setting. 100 hours on-site. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. (3 credit hours)
The second course in a two-course sequence. Emphasis will be placed on the actual interview experience. Clients for the interviews are drawn from appropriate elementary school settings. Prerequisites: CP680 with a grade of credit and permission of instructor. Credit/ Non-credit. (3 credit hours)
The second course in a two-course sequence. Emphasis will be placed on the actual interview experience. Clients for the interviews are drawn from appropriate secondary school settings. Prerequisites: CP680 with a grade of credit and permission of instructor. Credit/ Non-credit. (3 credit hours)
CP684: Internship-Higher Education
The second course of a two-course sequence where emphasis is placed on the practice of higher education. Students complete 300 hours of experience in a higher education setting under both faculty and on-site supervision, and attend weekly seminar sessions. Portfolio is required. Prerequisites: Completion of CP680 or permission of instructor. Credit/Noncredit. (3 credit hours)
First of a two-part internship which consists of 300 clock hours in each part in a community counseling setting under appropriate supervision. Prerequisite: CP680 completed with credit, permission of instructor. Co-requirement: CP644. Credit/Non-credit. (2 credit hours)
Second part of a two-part internship which consists of 300 clock hours in a community counseling setting under appropriate supervision. Prerequisite: CP686 completed with credit and permission of instructor. Credit/Non-credit. (3 credit hours)
CP688: Advanced Internship in Counseling
Advanced Internship consists of 120 clock hours per credit hour in an appropriate counseling setting under appropriate supervision. Prerequisite: Master's degree in counseling or credit equivalent (48 credit hours), a minimum of 600 acceptable and verifiable clock hours of counseling experience, and permission of instructor. (1-5 credit hours)
CP695: Independent Study in Counseling
Independent study designed to meet specific needs of students who may wish to pursue additional study of selected topics. (1-3 credit hours)
A written report based upon investigation of some subject or the completion of a creative project. See "Thesis" for additional information. (variable credit hours)
Provides the student with the training needed, under direct supervision, to administer and score individual intelligence tests. Prerequisite: CP617 or PY531 and permission of the instructor.(3 credit hours)
GC622: Introduction to Reality Therapy
The course will focus on an introduction to the concepts and techniques of Reality Therapy which are used in counseling. (1 credit hour)
Study of the nature and effect of alcohol and other drugs. The emphasis on education, prevention and referral skills. This course is designed specifically for educators. (3 credit hours)
GC658: Supervised Internship in Counseling Agency
A one semester 600 clock hour internship in a community counseling setting under appropriate supervision. Prerequisite: CP680 completed with credit and permission of instructor. Co-requirement: CP644. (5 credit hours)
GC660: Case Study Techniques (for Elementary Counselors)
Techniques of collecting, synthesizing, and interpreting information concerning individuals and their relationship to their environment. Prerequisites: ED615 and CP610. (3 credit hours)
GC661: Cognitive Behavioral Counseling
A study of the theory and application of cognitive behavioral approaches to counseling adults and children. Prerequisite: CP612 or permission of instructor. (2 credit hours)
A study of Alfred Idler's theory and techniques as applied to counseling in schools and clinical settings. Prerequisite: CP612. (3 credit hours)
Designed to provide the prospective school counselor with the knowledge and/or competencies as specified by Missouri counselor certification requirements. This unit will include such topics as needs assessment, program development, staffing, record keeping and public relations. (3 credit hours)
GC681: Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders
An Introduction to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders. Emphasis will be placed on developing a working knowledge of the organizational structure and the professional terminology used in the manual. (1 credit hour)
GC682: Introduction to Gestalt Therapy
The course will focus on an introduction to the concepts and techniques of Gestalt Therapy which are used in counseling. Prerequisite: CP612. (1 credit hour)
GC693: Organization and Administration of Guidance Services
Procedures for planning, organizing, and evaluating a school guidance program. Principles of administration, staffing, and budgeting for the school guidance program will be studied. Prerequisite: 30 hours of graduate work in guidance and counseling or permission of instructor. (3 credit hours)
ED615: Tests and Measurements for the Classroom Teacher
A study of standardized tests and teacher-made tests as to purpose, construction, administration, and interpretation. (3 credit hours)
Designed to prepare students to read, understand, and evaluate educational research and to provide the research skills necessary to submit problems of curriculum and methods to empirical analysis. Prerequisite(s): Graduate Standing. Must be taken in the first 12 hours of the program. (3 credit hours)
PY644: Advanced Psychopathology
Advanced study of the clinical features, causes, and treatment of the major forms of psychopathology. Prerequisite: Undergraduate course in abnormal psychology or consent of the instructor. (3 credit hours)
See "Graduate Course Listings" for a complete list of graduate courses and descriptions.
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