Vanderbilt University  

The Human Development Counseling Program (HDC) at Vanderbilt University prepares students to work with individuals and families who seek professional counseling services. In a rigorous and integrated two-year program, students acquire a strong theoretical grounding in human development, counseling paradigms, and strategies of intervention. This foundation informs students’ clinical practice and is further shaped and honed through a full-year internshp. Through the internship, students apply knowledge and gain skills under careful supervision. Upon completion of all requirements, students are awarded the Master of Education degree (M.Ed.). The School Counseling track will prepare you to work as a K-12 school counselor providing counseling services for students with academic, social, psychological or emotional needs. The track in school counseling meets all requirements leading directly to licensure as a school counselor in Tennessee.