EdS School Counseling
Certification
Program Detail
Next Start Date
January 13
Est. Program Length
1-2 years
Credit Hours
33
Course Length
8 weeks
Cost Per Credit
$429
Alabama Teaching Certification
Yes
Degree Overview
The school counseling education specialist online program focuses on leadership and advocacy, as well as other important topics and issues in the field. The program prepares you to advance as a school counselor.
Topics include advanced elementary school counseling, adolescent counseling, substance abuse counseling, family counseling, leadership, research and more. Earn your degree fully online, at one of the most affordable institutions in the state.
Who is this degree for?
- Educators seeking the knowledge of a PhD or EdD program with the speed of a master’s program.
- Educators seeking a post-master’s-level education and an EdS Level Professional Certificate.
- Educators seeking advancement opportunities as a school counselor.
Mentor Collective
The UWA Mentor Collective program enhances your online learning experience by linking you one-on-one with a mentor. Students learn what to expect in school, while mentors build their networks and develop skills to become better professionals and leaders.
Program Detail
Next Start Date
January 13
Est. Program Length
1-2 years
Credit Hours
33
Course Length
8 weeks
Cost Per Credit
$429
Alabama Teaching Certification
Yes
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Course Details
Total Hours: 33
Program Completion Requirements
The educator candidate shall:
- Maintain a minimum grade point average of 3.50 or better in all courses in the approved program as verified on an official transcript with no grade below ‘C.’
- Make a satisfactory score on a written comprehensive examination documenting mastery of the curriculum of the program.
- Demonstrate leadership ability in his or her area of specialization.
- Hold a valid Class A Professional Educator Certificate in School Counseling.
Admissions
The educator candidate shall:
- Meet all requirements for admission to the School of Graduate Studies.
- Provide verification of background clearance/fingerprints.
- Hold a valid master’s-level certification in School Counseling.
- Have a minimum of two (2) full years of full-time acceptable experience.
Your experience at the University of West Alabama is designed to be as straightforward and convenient as possible. From the moment you apply, you’ll receive step-by-step guidance from an enrollment counselor. And once you’re in your program, you’ll have a personal success coach who can answer your questions and help with anything you need.
Simply follow these steps to get started.
- Complete an online application.
- Have Supplement EXP form completed by your School System.
- Submit official college and institution transcripts (if applicable).
- Email: transcripts.westalabama@risepoint.com
- Mail: Transcript Processing Center – University of West Alabama 851 Trafalgar Court, Suite 420 West, Maitland, FL 32751
Tuition
Graduate tuition is $429 per credit hour. There is a $60 technology fee each semester.
The University of West Alabama is dedicated to keeping education costs affordable and providing students with a full range of grants, scholarships and loans. Approximately 80 percent of UWA students receive some type of financial aid to support their studies. To apply for financial aid, complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The school code for UWA is 001024.
Transfer
UWA may accept up to 9 hours at the Graduate level for matching courses and curriculums for most programs.
