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- I am interested in becoming a counselor. Why should I go to East Tennessee State University?Answer
- I'm interested in applying for your master's degree, what do I need to do?Answer
- Do you have tuition assistance?Answer
- Is the GRE required for admission?Answer
- I am interested in becoming a professional counselor, but I'm not sure about concentration? Do I have to decide before I apply?Answer
- I already have a Master's Degree in Teaching (or Administration), which courses are required to be licensed as a school counselor?Answer
- Is a school counselor the same as a guidance counselor?Answer
- I have a Master's degree in Counseling with a concentration in Community Agency counseling. What would it take to become a school counselor?Answer
- If I earn my School Counseling degree at ETSU, can I become a School Counselor in another state?Answer
- I am really interested in working in a higher education setting, but I'm not sure I want to work in a counseling center, is the higher education concentration in counseling still an option for me?Answer
I am interested in becoming a counselor. Why should I go to East Tennessee State University?
Great question.We are proud of our counseling program and hope you will check out
our site and see what we have to offer. Also, check out our " advantages" page. We think you will agree, we have a lot to offer.
I'm interested in applying for your master's degree, what do I need to do?
Great! We review applications once a year in the spring and admit people for the summer
or fall of that year. Application deadline is January 31st. We require an application,
transcripts, 3 letters of recommendation, the GRE general, a personal statement/essay.
For more details visit our Admissions page. You are also encouraged to check out the
Graduate Studies website at www.etsu.edu/gradstud
Do you have tuition assistance?
In addition to Federal financial aid, our students are very successful at securing
Tuition Scholarships and Graduate Scholarships.
Is the GRE required for admission?
The GRE is not required for either admission into our Master's degree program or the
Ed. S. in Counselor Leadership.
I am interested in becoming a professional counselor, but I'm not sure about concentration?
Do I have to decide before I apply?
The short answer is "yes." We admit people into a concentration. It is possible to
"switch" concentrations after you are admitted and it is helpful to talk with your
advisor. Also, it is possible to take course work that is associated with more than
one concentration. For instance a school counseling student could take additional
coursework associated with the community counseling concentration leading to becoming
a licensed professional counselor. Keep in mind you earn one degree in one concentration
(i.e., no "dual" degrees).
I already have a Master's Degree in Teaching (or Administration), which courses are
required to be licensed as a school counselor?
A Master's degree in School Counseling is required to be a School Counselor (there
is not an add-on option in Tennessee). You are welcome to apply to our program and
petition to earn a 2nd Master's degree. The curriculum for school counselors is very
different than that of teachers or administrators.
Is a school counselor the same as a guidance counselor?
Technically, yes. the term "guidance counselor" is outdated although it is not uncommon
to hear individuals use the term. It is also common to have positions and job descriptions
listed as "Guidance Counselor" even today. The professionally appropriate term is
"Professional School Counselor" or "School Counselor" and we continue to advocate
for its use today. In fact, in the state of Tennessee there is a regulation that passed
in 1999 that the official term be known as "School Counselor."
I have a Master's degree in Counseling with a concentration in Community Agency counseling.
What would it take to become a school counselor?
For individuals with a Master's degree in counseling or a related mental health field,
you ay be able to take the required courses to earn a school counselor license. Typically
these are specific school counseling courses, internships in elementary and secondary
schools, and perhaps required education courses for those with no teaching experience
or degree. You are welcome to contact us and we will help you determine the courses
you need to order earn licensure as a school counselor. We recommend that you first
look at Tennessee State School Counselor License regulations.
If I earn my School Counseling degree at ETSU, can I become a School Counselor in
another state?
It's possible. Upon graduation and application for licensure, our students receive
an initial license as a school counselor in TN. Regardless of where you hope to work, this path is recommended because many states
have reciprocity with other states so that licenses my "transfer" if requirements
are needed. Graduates from the School Counseling program at ETSU are in a good position
as we meet or exceed many state requirements including CACREP accreditation, 2 required
education courses for any person who does not have a teaching degree/certification,
and the requirement to pass the PRAXIS II exam in School Counseling. However, be sure
to check with the states in which you are interested to be sure of their requirements.
We cannot "guarantee" licensure any other states. Check out the American School Counselor
Association for information on School Counselor License requirements for each state.
I am really interested in working in a higher education setting, but I'm not sure
I want to work in a counseling center, is the higher education concentration in counseling
still an option for me?
Yes, it is. Individuals who graduate with a Master's in Counseling degree with a concentration
in higher education are well prepared to work in a variety of areas within higher
education. See information about our College Counseling/Student Affairs concentration.
Keep in mind, individuals who go through our program are educated to be professional
counselors and hold a counseling identity - and students can utilize their internships
to gain experience in a variety of areas.
