The Counselor Education program meets the minimum requirements for licensure as an LPC in Texas (please refer to the previous question). However, the focus of this program is on counseling within the context of academic settings. The curriculum includes coursework directed toward these settings such as Seminar in Guidance and Approaches to Intervention. The program has required practicum in an academic setting such as public schools, community colleges, and universities. Some students do develop interests in community settings and choose to do one of the two required practicum placements outside of the academic settings. Due to the specialized focus on academic counseling, the transition into a community setting or private practice may take additional supervision and training at professional conferences and workshops to ensure competence. If working in a community setting or private practice are your primary desired goal, you might check out programs such as those offered at Texas State University, Stephen F. Austin University, University of North Texas or St. Edward’s University. These and other programs have specialized community practicum experiences and require additional coursework to prepare for these settings. Our program requires 51 hours whereas many others require 60 hours to allow for additional coursework required for community settings.