Post-Master's Program for Initial Licensure in School Counseling
Individuals who wish to receive Initial licensure as school counselors or school adjustment counselors, and who already hold a master's degree in counseling or a related field, may choose to apply to the post-master's program for Initial Licensure in School Counseling in Massachusetts. This program is designed to provide the theoretical coursework and field training experience necessary to apply for state guidance counselor or adjustment counselor licensure. The total number of credits varies as a function of the individual's prior graduate coursework and experience. Applicants wishing to apply to this program should indicate their intention as a part of their admission application. On-campus enrollment is required.
Students must pass the Communication and Literacy test of the Massachusetts Tests for Educator Licensure (MTEL) prior to field training. Information about MTEL testing can be found at the Lesley University Certification Office website, www.lesley.edu/certification, or at the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education website, www.doe.mass.edu.
For the university's transfer credit policy for this and other programs, see the Transfer of Credits page.
Program of Study
Initial Licensure in School Counseling:
| GCOUN 6200 | Orientation to Professional Counseling and Psychology | 2 |
| GCOUN 6015 | Group Dynamics for Counselors and Consultants | 3 |
| GCOUN 6026 | Developmental Psychology Across the Lifespan | 3 |
| GCOUN 6027 | Clinical Skills and the Counseling Process | 3 |
| GCOUN 6029 | Vocational Development and Career Counseling | 3 |
| GCOUN 6030 | Psychology of Culture and Identity: Power, Privilege and Oppression* | 3 |
| GCOUN 6101 | Quantitative and Qualitative Research Methods | 3 |
| GCOUN 6102 | Child and Adolescent Psychopathology | 3 |
| GCOUN 6201 | Issues and Standards in Professional Counseling | 3 |
| GCOUN 6202 | Theories of Counseling and Psychotherapy | 3 |
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| GCOUN 6031 | Counseling Young Children and Adolescents | 3 |
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| GCOUN 6260 | Issues in School Counseling for School Guidance Counselors | 3 |
| GCOUN 7100 | Biological Bases of Behavior | 3 |
| GCOUN 7712 | Clinical Practice and Supervision I: School Setting** | 3 |
| GCOUN 7713 | Clinical Practice and Supervision II: School Setting** | 3 |
Initial Licensure in School Adjustment Counseling:
| GCOUN 6008 | Introduction to Family Therapy | 3 |
| GCOUN 6015 | Group Dynamics for Counselors and Consultants | 3 |
| GCOUN 6026 | Developmental Psychology Across the Lifespan | 3 |
| GCOUN 6027 | Clinical Skills and the Counseling Process | 3 |
| GCOUN 6029 | Vocational Development and Career Counseling | 3 |
| GCOUN 6030 | Psychology of Culture and Identity: Power, Privilege and Oppression* | 3 |
| GCOUN 6031 | Counseling Young Children and Adolescents | 3 |
| GCOUN 6101 | Quantitative and Qualitative Research Methods | 3 |
| GCOUN 6102 | Child and Adolescent Psychopathology | 3 |
| GCOUN 6200 | Orientation to Professional Counseling and Psychology | 2 |
| GCOUN 6201 | Issues and Standards in Professional Counseling | 3 |
| GCOUN 6202 | Theories of Counseling and Psychotherapy | 3 |
| GCOUN 6255 | Assessments for Counseling and Psychology: Children and Adolescents | 3 |
| GCOUN 6258 | Consultation Skills for Counselors and Mental Health Professionals | 3 |
| GCOUN 6259 | Issues in School Counseling for the School Adjustment Counselor | 3 |
| GCOUN 7100 | Biological Bases of Behavior | 3 |
| GCOUN 7710 | Clinical Practice and Supervision I: Clinical Setting** | 3 |
| GCOUN 7711 | Clinical Practice and Supervision II: Clinical Setting** | 3 |
| GCOUN 7718 | Clinical Practice and Supervision III: School Setting** | 3 |
| GCOUN 7719 | Clinical Practice and Supervision IV: School Setting** | 3 |