Students move through the program together and are given many opportunities through class exercises and experiences to get to know each other. Much of the personal growth that students report comes as a result of the interaction with their fellow students during the two years of training. A small program with dedicated faculty who know students personally and are available for academic and personal help. With only sixteen students chosen for each year, students have close access to faculty and receive personal attention during each semester. With two full time faculty dedicated just to counseling and adjuncts who have a long term commitment to the program, student progress is closely monitored during each semester.
Faculty also maintain close contact with field supervisors.
Professional involvement in the field of counseling. Students are required to join the American Counseling Association. Membership allows students to receive professional journals and to purchase liability insurance which is required for all field placements. Students also attend state level counseling conferences where they will meet practicing counselors. Students may transfer 6 hours from another institution in the pre-core as long as the classes match.