Advanced Study in School Counseling (CAS)

The Advanced Study in School Counseling programs are designed for the student who has attained a Masters Degree in Counseling or Counselor Education and wishes to acquire the 60 credits of required graduate coursework leading to eligibility for permanent certification as a School Counselor in New York State. Students are awarded an Advanced Certificate ( CAS) indicating post masters degree training and education. The Advanced Study in School Counseling consists of a 12 or 30 credit post Masters degree program developed with approval of the student’s academic advisor to meet the New York State requirements for permanent certification, and the student’s plan of study.

Students who have attained a 30 credit Masters degree in Counseling or Counselor Education prior to admission must complete 18 credits in specific school counseling coursework, 9 credits of advanced clinical coursework in areas related to practice as a school counselor, and 3 credits of special education coursework to receive the Advanced Certificate in School Counseling.

Students who have attained a 48 credit Masters degree in Counseling with a concentration in school counseling must complete 9 credits of advanced clinical coursework in areas related to practice as a school counselor and 3 credits of special education coursework to receive the Advanced Certificate in School Counseling.
 

Requirements for Admission to the Advanced Study in School Counseling Programs

• A Master’s Degree in Counseling or Counselor Education of at least 30 credits from an accredited college or university,
• Complete an application for Graduate study,
• Graduate transcripts with a GPA of 3.0 or higher,
• At least two letters of recommendation, one that addresses the applicant’s clinical and professional skills and accomplishments, and one that addresses the applicant’s academic and scholarly abilities and accomplishments,
• A professional essay which delineates the applicant’s reasons for pursuing the CAS in School Counseling and how the CAS will assist the applicant in attaining his/ her professional goals,
• Attendance at an Admissions Workshop or individual interview with the chair is required for applicants who are not graduates of the MS. Ed in Counseling from The College of Saint Rose.