Program Focus

The Ph.D. Program in Counselor Education and Supervision is defined by its focus on the development of competence in the general areas of teaching, supervision, research and service.

Teaching
Doctoral students in the Counselor Education and Supervision Program will demonstrate high levels of teaching competence that meets or exceeds the standards of the Program, the University and the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP). To meet these standards and to demonstrate high levels of teaching competence, students will engage in varied classroom and practicum experiences.  The faculty will help the students develop increased competence in teaching through modeling, team teaching and supervision.

Supervision
Doctoral students in the Counselor Education and Supervision Program will expand their knowledge and skills of supervision. This process involves academic instruction and practical experiences. Students learn supervision theories and techniques and apply these principles in their supervision of the counseling of counselors-in-training in our master’s programs.

Research
Doctoral students in the Counselor Education and Supervision Program will propose and conduct research that supports their development, the mission of the University, and the counseling profession, and students receive training in both qualitative and quantitative approaches. The research should extend the knowledge base and improve counseling services. To meet these research goals, the faculty will support graduate students in their research activities and assist in the dissemination of research findings through appropriate journals and presentations at state, regional, national, and international conferences.

Service
Doctoral students in the Counselor Education and Supervision Program will utilize their teaching, supervisory, consultative and clinical skills to provide service in schools and other related settings. Doctoral service may include: workshops for practicing professionals, designing and delivering staff development activities for school personnel, and participating in state, regional, and national professional organizations.