Administration of Student Affairs Specialization

Program Coordinator/Contact
Ruth Harper, Professor
Department of Counseling and Human Development
ruth.harper@sdstate.edu

Program Description
This Administration of Student Affairs Specialization 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. Students that complete this 36-credit program will earn a Master of Education in Counseling & Human Resource Development (CHRD) specializing in Administration of Student Affairs.

Accreditation, Certification, and Licensure 

Requirements for the Administration of Student Affairs Specialization

• CHRD 601 - Introduction to Professional Issues and Ethics
    Credits: 1
• CHRD 602 - Research and Evaluation in Counseling and Human Development
    Credits: 3
• EDFN 727 - Group Processes
    Credits: 3
• CHRD 742 - Career Counseling and Planning
    Credits: 3
• CHRD 770 - Student Development: Theory and Practice
    Credits: 3
• CHRD 771 - Student Personnel Services
    Credits: 3
• CHRD 772 - Administration and Leadership in Student Affairs
    Credits: 3
• CHRD 794 - Internship
    Credits: 2-6
• Elective Credits: 11
  
  • CHRD 798 - Thesis
      (Option A)
  • CHRD 788 - Research Problems in Counseling and Guidance
      (Option B)
  • Additional Coursework (Option C)

Total Credits: 36