University of Nevada, Reno  

The School Counseling emphasis focuses on the ASCA national model of school counseling. School counselor students take the core counseling curriculum. In addition, students in school counseling have curricular specialty courses in the foundation of school counseling, counseling and guidance program development and consultation. The emphasis strives to provide the necessary self-awareness, knowledge, and skills to effectively deliver a comprehensive counseling emphasis.

Completion of the emphasis qualifies students for licensure as a school counselor in Nevada. Requirements vary for licensure at the elementary and secondary level. Licensure is available for those without previous K-12 teaching experience. However, those without previous teaching experience are required to secure successful documented volunteer teaching and/or para-counseling experiences in an elementary or secondary school setting prior to admission to the program.

The School Counseling emphasis has a long tradition of working closely with practicing school counselors and students to ensure that it prepares students for our changing educational systems.