Upon passage of the state certification exam, graduates work as K-12 school counselors. Graduates of the Master of Arts program can work as counselors in mental health agencies, the criminal justice system, substance abuse facilities, religious settings, or colleges. Degree Programs Master of Arts Candidates are required to complete a minimum of 48 semester hours of graduate credit, including a 600-hour internship. The M.A. program can be tailored to meet the academic requirements for State of Ohio counseling licensure. Two plans are offered for the M.A. degree.
Candidates prepare a thesis appropriate to their background and interests.
Students must pass a final oral examination. Master of Education Candidates are required to complete a minimum of 49 semester hours of graduate credit, including a 400-hour internship. Two plans are offered for the M.Ed. degree. Candidates prepare a thesis appropriate to their background and interests. Students must pass a final oral examination.