Program Overview
Troy University's Education Specialist (Ed.S.) in Counseling program, accredited by CAEP, prepares students to become skilled counselors in various settings, including school counseling, administrative roles, community college teaching, and clinical environments. This blended program offers a flexible schedule and is taught by experienced faculty using diverse instructional methods. Graduates are equipped with the knowledge and skills to effectively provide general counseling and assume leadership roles in the field.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The Education Specialist (Ed.S.) in Counseling program at Troy University is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to become effective counselors. The program is accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation Programs (CAEP) and is offered in a blended format, combining online and face-to-face courses. The program is designed to prepare students for specialized school counseling positions and administrative roles, as well as to serve as directors of guidance and teach at community colleges.
Teaching:
The program is taught by highly qualified and knowledgeable faculty members who utilize a wide range of instructional techniques. The program emphasizes the application of counseling skills, particularly as it relates to providing general counseling.
Careers:
Graduates of the Ed.S. in Counseling program are qualified to work in a variety of settings, including:
- Specialized school counseling positions
- Administrative roles
- Directors of guidance
- Community college instructors
- Clinical environments
- State vocational agencies
- Rehabilitation centers
- Mental health agencies
- Non-profit organizations
- Social work environments
Other:
- The program is offered on the Troy, Montgomery, Phenix City, and Dothan campuses.
- The program is designed to provide students with knowledge of theory and application of counseling skills, particularly as it relates to providing general counseling.
- TROY's tuition costs are competitive, and students pay state rates even if they are obtaining their degree in one of the global campus sites in Florida or Georgia.
- Classes are offered in the evenings or on the weekends, allowing a flexible schedule for those working full-time jobs.
