Students must have a minimum 3.0 QPA prior to taking the Oral Comprehensive examination. The Master of Arts degree in student personnel is a 36 credit hour program designed to prepare students to function effectively in the student affairs division of a post-secondary educational institution. Its objective is to teach a set of competencies and sensitivities involving human relationships, student needs and diversity, along with program development and evaluation. One elective is required and chosen in consultation with the student's advisor. The courses required for the Master of Arts degree in student personnel are below.
All courses are three credit hours.
Curricular changes are anticipated for the 1998-99 academic year. The Master of Education degree in elementary and secondary guidance and counseling are 42 credit hour programs. Persons who do not have teacher certification may pursue one of these programs and upon completion are eligible for guidance certification. Both programs require a practicum and internship, in the school setting. Graduates of these programs should be able to function as counselor, consultant, and referral agent or coordinator in a school setting.