School Counseling – Delaware
School Counselor
Applicants for Elementary School Counselor licensure must have a master’s with 39 credits in school counseling. Applicants for Secondary School Counselor licensure must have a master’s in school counseling accredited by NCATE or CAEP.
Applicants must hold 700 hours at the elementary or secondary level for single level certification. For dual certification, applicants must hold 350 hours at the elementary level and 350 hours at the secondary level.
Three (3) credits in Family Counseling are required, which is not built into this program. Students can take COUC 601 to meet this requirement, in addition to the 60-credit-hour school counseling DCP. This course is not covered by financial aid and must be paid for by the student.