School Counseling and Guidance - Lewis University

School Counseling and Guidance from Lewis University is a Campus Master Counseling and Personnel Services degree that prepares you for a Education career. OVERVIEW Graduate programs in school counseling and guidance have been designed for both certified teachers and non-certified professionals. Both program options have been developed according to new State of Illinois guidelines to meet the need for qualified counselors in school settings. PROGRAM OBJECTIVES The objectives are the same for both programs. The goals are to: Provide a knowledge base in relevant areas of guidance and counseling theory and demonstrate the pragmatic application of those theories; Develop students' skills in interviewing, assessment, and techniques of guidance; Develop students' understanding of the uniqueness of each individual, and demonstrate how the counselor must be flexible in dealing with the individual; and Develop a professional identity and an understanding of ethics and ethical behavior. PROGRAM OPTIONS A. Certified Teacher The School Counseling and Guidance program is designed for teachers who want to become certified as elementary or secondary school guidance counselors . The program integrates sound counseling theory and practical school guidance practices to prepare counselors to work effectively in schools. This program is offered through the Psychology Department in conjunction with the College of Education . Students receive a Master of Arts in School Counseling and Guidance which makes them eligible for the Type 73 Guidance Specialist Certificate. To be eligible for the Type 73 Certificate, the student must hold a valid Type 03, 09, or 10 Illinois teaching certificate, complete 40 semester hours of approved class work, and pass the School Service Personnel Guidance examination. Goals for the program follow the American School Counselor's Association recommendations. B. Non-Certified For individuals who are not already teachers, there are two options: 1. Option 1 - Alternative Program with a Master's degree This program is intended for those students who already hold a master's degree in an area related to school counseling. Upon completion of this program, individuals can earn the Type 73 Certificate. This program does not provide students with an additional master's degree. Due to the variety of educational backgrounds in which students enter the program, each person's educational background will be considered on an individual basis by the Program Director. Not all master's degrees are eligible for this program. Generally, alternative requirements will be met by additional coursework. 2. Option 2 - Alternative Program without a Master's degree This program is intended for students who have earned a bachelor's degree and are not teacher certified. These students will earn a Masters of Arts in School Counseling and Guidance . In addition, they will take extra course work to meet the requirements for the Type 73 Certificate. View more details on Lewis University . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Counseling and Personnel Services courses.