The Department of Counseling, Rehabilitation and Psychometric Services, which offers graduate level training for aspiring counselors and psychometrist, received national accreditation for it’s Clinical Mental Health Counseling and School Counseling programs from the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP). This prestigious national accreditation status is valid through the next renewal cycle of October 2031. Learn more about the department’s accreditation.

Well-prepared graduates

The Department of Counseling, Rehabilitation, and Psychometric services offers specialized academic programs that provide students with the knowledge and skills needed to assist individuals and groups in addressing psychological, social, and emotional issues. A general overview of the curriculum include courses in human development, abnormal psychology, counseling theories and techniques, rehabilitation services, and psychometric assessment. Graduate students also take courses in research methods, ethics, and cultural diversity to gain a better understanding of the broader social and cultural context in which counseling services are provided.

Learn by doing

In addition to classroom instruction, counseling, rehabilitation, and psychometric services degree programs often provide opportunities for hands-on learning through internships, practicums, and clinical experiences. These experiences can help students develop practical skills and gain real-world experience working with clients in various settings, such as hospitals, schools, community centers, and private practices.

“Challenging Minds, Changing Lives.”

Apply your knowledge

The faculty regularly engages in research and scholarly endeavors. Student research is strongly encouraged with opportunities for students to present scholarly papers at professional conferences and to publish with faculty. Each student is encouraged to become a member of the international counseling academic honor society, Chi Sigma Iota, Beta Omicron Chapter.

Counseling, Rehabilitation and Psychometric Services programs are housed within the College of Education and Human Development, which is accredited by the Council on the Accreditation Educational Programs (CAEP). The Clinical Mental Health, School Counseling and Rehabilitation Counseling programs are accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP). Students who complete the masters level School and Clinical Mental Health Counseling programs meet the criteria required to apply for counselor licensing.

Want to learn more? Follow the links below to read about accreditation and to consider joining our Chi Sigma Iota chapter.

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