Master of Education in
School Counseling

Program Overview

This is where your passion meets your purpose. Designed for the working educator, this comprehensive program will equip you to lead in elementary, middle, or high schools as a Spirit-empowered School Counselor. With a mix of in-person, virtual, and online classes, the Graduate School of Education and the Graduate School of Theology and Ministry have collaborated to develop this extensive degree aligned with state and national standards, including the American School Counselor Association (ASCA) standards. The program offers various pre-clinicals and internships totaling 700 hours. You will be able to successfully complete state certification and the Master of Education in School Counseling in a minimum of three years.

Degree Plan for M.Ed. in School Counseling

A MASTER OF EDUCATION IN SCHOOL COUNSELING WILL ENABLE YOU TO

• Counsel children grades preschool to high school in public, private, and Christian schools domestically and abroad.
• Create supportive environments for all students to thrive.
• Provide children with applicable tools that focus on problem-solving, self-regulation, decision-making, and overall management of emotions and behaviors.
• Support students, teachers, administrators, parents, and families.
• Advocate for students during IEP meetings and other student-focused meetings.
• Facilitate and implement crisis intervention and prevention programs.
• Plan postsecondary options for students including higher education, military, and future workforce positions.

Career opportunities include:

• Professional school counselor
• District supervisory positions
• Missions or international education with counseling
• Curriculum content developer
• Higher education professor
• Pastor or Chaplain
• Admissions Counselor
• Academic Advisor
• Mental Health Case Manager
• Mental Health Educator

Are there scholarships available?

Many of our students receive ORU grants and scholarships through academic achievement and through ORU’s premier scholarship opportunity of our Quest Whole Leader Scholarship. Click on the links below for more information:

• Quest Whole Leader Graduate Scholarships
• College of Education Graduate Scholarships
• Graduate Tuition and Financial Aid

 

What format options are available for this program?

The Master of Education in School Counseling is offered as a residential or virtual program with some classes offered only online. Students may request to use their local areas for pre-clinical and internships experiences.