Gerontological Counseling A 60-credit program for students interested in working as Gerontological Counselors. A 60-credit program for students desiring to work in the specialized area of rehabilitation. Currently there is no NH licensure in the gerontology or rehabilitation disciplines. II Master of Education in School Counseling The Master of Education degree in School Counseling is a 48-credit program leading to New Hampshire Guidance Counselor Certification. This program satisfies the New Hampshire Board of Education requirements for Guidance Counselor Certification for grades K-12.
Certification is granted upon satisfactory completion of the degree program.
While all programs require specialized skills and competencies, the following comprise the general skills and competencies considered necessary for all students. To understand concepts of abnormal development including behavior disorders and substance abuse. To develop sound interviewing skills. To develop a good working knowledge of assessment tools and the ability to identify scientific literature and studies which are based on sound principles of research. To be aware of community resources and the importance of working collaboratively with these resources.