Students in the School Counseling concentration will be prepared to obtain state counselor certification. These students work in public and private elementary through high schools. In Texas, two years of teaching experience is required before you may become a school counselor. If you plan on working outside of Texas it is crucial to be familiar with other state's certification requirements. The Higher Education Counseling & Student Affairs concentration prepares graduates for work in institutions of higher learning, such as career counselors, academic counselors, supervisors of resident advisors, and administrators of student services programs. This concentration prepares students to work in more diverse settings. We have also had students from both programs continue on to doctoral training in various areas.