The school counseling emphasis focuses on the developmental model of school counseling. School counselor students take the core counseling curriculum. In addition, students in school counseling have curricular specialty courses in the foundation of school counseling, counseling and guidance program development and consultation. The emphasis strives to provide the necessary self-awareness, knowledge, and skills to effectively deliver a comprehensive counseling emphasis. Completion of the emphasis qualifies students for licensure as a school counselor in Nevada.
Requirements vary for licensure at the elementary and secondary level.
Licensure is available for those without previous K-12 teaching experience. The school counseling emphasis has a long tradition of working closely with practicing school counselors and students to ensure that it prepares students for our changing educational systems. This form can be obtained in the CEP Department. It is completed in consultation with the advisor. Students admitted to departmental programs must enroll in at least three credits per semester or they will be withdrawn from graduate standing.