Counseling and Human Resource Development (M.Ed.) - Administration of Student Affairs Specialization

Student Learning Outcomes

• Demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary for competent ethical practice.
• Demonstrate skills, knowledge, and awareness to counsel within a diverse society.
• Describe and explain the process of change as expressed by individual and family counseling theories across the lifespan.
• Identify and describe theories and models of career development, counseling, and decision-making.
• Demonstrate essential interviewing, counseling, and conceptualizing skills.
• Identify and apply approaches used for various types of group work.
• Demonstrate knowledge of the basic concepts of standardized testing and other assessment techniques.
• Discern evidence-based counseling practices.
• Create an artifact with input from collegiate level professionals to promote the holistic success of individuals in higher education settings.

Available Options for Graduate Degrees

Core Requirements

• CHRD 601 - Introduction to Professional Issues and Ethics Credits: 1
• CHRD 602 - Research and Evaluation in Counseling and Human Development Credits: 3
• CHRD 731 - Multicultural Counseling and Human Relations 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 773 - Current Issues in Academic Advising and Student Affairs Credits: 3
• CHRD 794 - Internship (COM) Credits: 1-6 (6 credits required)
• EDFN 727 - Group Processes Credits: 3

Additional Admission Requirements

GRE: Not required
TOEFL: 79 Internet-based
TOEFL Essentials: 8.5
IELTS: 6.5
Duolingo: 110

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 to 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

Graduate students should consult with their advisor before registering for graduate coursework. For additional information, refer to the Master’s Degree Requirements .