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The Program
The graduate programs in Mental Health Counseling (M.A.) and School Counseling (M.Ed.) within the Division of Intervention
Services offers the degrees of Master of Arts and Master of Education. These degrees are designed to provide a broad preparation
in the theoretical foundations and the technical skills necessary for employment as a professional counselor.
The Master of Education program is designed for individuals who seek positions as counselors in elementary, middle, or secondary
schools. Persons who complete this program will satisfy the academic requirements for a K-12 school counselor licensure in
the state of Ohio. Currently licensure is contingent on three years of teaching experience and possession of a valid teaching
certificate. After January 2003 the two year stipulation will no longer apply.
The Master of Arts is designed to meet the needs of students wishing to pursue counseling careers in mental health agencies,
the criminal justice system, substance abuse facilities, religious settings, or colleges. The program satisfies the academic
requirements of the Ohio Counselor and Social Worker Board to sit for the state examination as a Professional Counselor.
PREREQUISITES FOR GRADUATE WORK:
To be admitted to the program, applicants must have a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution and be admitted to
the Graduate College. There are no specific undergraduate major requirements.
Applicants seeking admission to the graduate programs in guidance and counseling should follow the instructions outlined on
the Graduate Admissions page of the Graduate College. Applicants should contact the program coordinator for an admissions
packet.
CAREER PATHS:
Upon graduation and meeting all the requirements (e.g., NTE, etc.) the Master of Education graduate can work as a k-12 counselor.
Graduates of the Masters of Arts program, after meeting licensure requirements, can work as counselors in mental health agencies,
the criminal justice system, substance abuse facilities, religious settings, or colleges.
Contact Information:
EricJones, Chair, Division of Intervention Services
Greg Garske, Graduate Coordinator, Mental Health Counseling/School Counseling
Room: 430 Education Building
Phone: 419-372-7311
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