Counselor Education and Supervision Doctorate

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Required Courses
CNED 879Quantitative and Survey Research3
CNED 870Counselor Supervision3
CNED 887Professional Issues: Professional Development, Consultation and Publishing3
CNED 869Instructional Theory and Practice in Counselor Education and Supervision3
CNED 871Advanced Multicultural Practice in Counselor Education and Supervision3
CNED 872Advanced Counseling Theories3
CNED 876Qualitative Research and Program Evaluation3
CNED 894Practicum/Internship (Enroll in two semesters for a total of 9 credits.)9
CNED 899Doctoral Dissertation15
Statistics
STAT 725Applied Statistics3
Additional Statistics Course3
Additional Electives6
CNED 866Leadership and Advocacy in Counselor Education and Supervision3
Total Credits60

Admission and Application Requirements

  • Graduate School admission and application requirements are found on the Admission Information page.
  • In addition, this program requires applicants to have completed a master's degree in counseling, or a closely related field that closely aligns with CACREP standards. 
    • Graduates from CACREP-accredited programs receive preference.
    • Students with master's degrees from non-CACREP accredited programs may be considered, but they must meet all CACREP requirements for a master's degree prior to taking related core doctoral classes.
  • Applicants must also:
    • Have previous professional experience.
    • Show evidence of fitness for the counseling profession, including self-awareness and emotional stability during interactions with faculty and other students that occur in the interview process.
    • Show evidence of cultural sensitivity and awareness.
    • Show evidence of excellent oral and written communication skills, and professional potential. 
    • Understand and comply with the American Counseling Code of Ethics (or ASCA ethical standards where appropriate).
    • Sign a disclosure statement regarding activities which may be deemed inappropriate by professional and/or ethical standards.
  • The applicant's statement of purpose should address: (1) goals for obtaining a doctoral degree, (2) professional experience, (3) research interests, and (4) potential for scholarship, professional leadership, and advocacy