Counseling and Human Resource Development

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Program Description
Counseling and Human Resource Development Master of Science programs are designed to develop professional skills and competencies expected of qualified counselors in school, rehabilitation, higher education, or clinical settings. Students will participate in coursework and experiential actives such as intervention and assessment strategies appropriate for master’s-level counselors; individual and group counseling competencies; professional responsibility; and self-knowledge/development.

The Counseling and Human Resource Development Master of Education in Student Affairs Administration is designed for those who seek professional roles in student affairs or related areas of higher education in any postsecondary setting. The administrative emphasis will build skills based on both theory and experience.

Accreditation, Certification, and Licensure

Course Delivery Format
Instruction occurs through didactic (classroom) and clinical experience. Most classes are enhanced with internet supplement. Rehabilitation counseling specific courses are on a semester rotation for online delivery. Classes are scheduled for one day per week for three hours. All courses are available at the University Center-Rapid City except for rehabilitation-specific courses. The Rehabilitation Counseling specialization is not available at the University Center-Rapid City. A few courses are available at the University Center-Sioux Falls; CHRD does not offer a degree program at the University Center in Sioux Falls.

Additional Program Requirements

All Master of Science students are required to purchase and carry professional liability insurance throughout the duration of the program. MEd students will be required to purchase and carry professional liability insurance if enrolled in clinical courses.
Clinical course registration is completed by the department.
Students enrolled in the M.S. CHRD program need to complete a practicum and an approved internship. These experiences allow students to learn by doing, with active, sound supervision. The practicum and internship experiences carry clock and credit hour completion expectations. For example, for every 3 credits of internship, students are required to complete 20 hours per week of on-site experience. In addition, regular work expectations outside the classroom exist for every credit hour enrolled. Thus, students enrolled in 3 credits of internship or practicum experience will be considered part-time. Students enrolled in 4 credits of internship or 3 credits of practicum plus other courses to total 4 semester credits will be considered full-time.

Available Options for Graduate Degrees

Master of Science (48-60 Credit Hours)	Option A
	Option B
	Option C
Master of Education (36 Credit Hours)	Option C

Core Requirements

Select the program to review requirements.

Clinical Mental Health Counseling Specialization

College Counseling Specialization

Rehabilitation and Mental Health Counseling Specialization

School Counseling Specialization

Administration of Student Affairs Specialization (M.Ed.)

Additional Admission Requirements

GRE: Not required
TOEFL: Department requirement of 525 paper-based, 197 computer-based, 71 Internet-based

Formal Application Process
In addition to applying for Graduate School, applicants must also apply to the CHRD program by April 1 for fall admission or by October 1 for spring admission. Admission is competitive; late applications will not be considered. Students have one calendar year from the time of acceptance to begin taking courses otherwise formal re-application to the CHRD program is required.

The CHRD department requires all applicants to submit the documents below by the appropriate admission deadline:

CHRD Disclosure Statement
Resume
A typed, one-page goal statement discussing your aspirations to the counseling field
Two completed CHRD Recommendation Forms (do not use the Graduate School reference forms).

Based on the rating score of the applicant’s file, the applicant will either be invited to the group screening interview top continue the admissions process or denied admission.

Criminal Background Check Requirement
Applicants who successfully complete the interview will be required to successfully complete and pay for a criminal background check before an official offer of admission is secured.

General Requirements (Master’s Degree)

Graduate students should consult with their advisor before registering for graduate work.

See Masters Degree Requirements .

Course Offerings

Counseling and Human Resource Development (CHRD) Course Offerings