Department of Counselor Education
Winther Hall 6035
262-472-5426
counslred@uww.edu
Overview
The Master of Science (MS) Degree program in Counseling provides graduate level training for students interested in preparing themselves for counseling in educational and community settings. Emphases are available in school counseling and clinical mental health counseling.
The curriculum is designed to provide students with an advanced understanding of counseling concepts identified as central by the Council on Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP) and licensure standards for the State of Wisconsin. Students will: learn counseling skills and interventions, examine ethical practice and professional identity, and leave the program as systemic change advocates who build inclusive counseling programs.
The department offers two graduate counseling certificate programs that are designed for individuals who have a master's degree in Counseling from a CACREP-accredited institution (or equivalent) and are interested in acquiring additional knowledge and skills, and potentially the necessary credentials, to work in other settings. We offer certificate programs in:
- Clinical Mental Health Counseling Certificate
- School Counseling Certificate
Finally, the department offers an innovative program for individuals who have a Master’s degree and are interested in acquiring the necessary knowledge and skills to work as a school counselor in K-12 settings in Wisconsin. This certificate is:
- Educator in School Counseling Certificate
For more information on the Counseling program please visit http://www.uww.edu/coeps/departments/counselored/. At this site, you can access information regarding the program, faculty, emphases, courses and the admission process. The Counseling Department holds information sessions throughout the year.
Department Chair
Jennifer Betters-Bubon
Winther Hall 6039
262-472-1886
bettersj@uww.edu
Program Coordinator
Olamojiba Bamgbose
Winther Hall 6040
262-472-1035
bamgboso@uww.edu
Program Prerequisites
Students wishing to enter the degree program must have sufficient background in behavioral science coursework, including a minimum of 9 undergraduate or graduate credits relevant to the helping profession. Examples include a course or courses in:
- Human Development
- Psychology
- Education
- Research and/or Statistics
Academic background will be examined prior to admission and discussed in the admission interview.
Students may be admitted to the program without these prerequisites. However, additional coursework may be required prior to admission or within the first 9 credits of graduate coursework. Credits earned to meet prerequisites will not count toward the degree requirements.