South Orange,
NJ,
United States
Type
Private
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MA in Counseling/Education Specialist in Professional Counseling in Newark United States | Seton Hall University
Seton Hall University
|
Newark United States
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Qualification
Double Major Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
26,057
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
42 months
The Master of Arts in Counseling/Education Specialist (Ed.S.) in Professional Counseling equips students to foster human growth and help clients address personal, relationship, career, and mental health challenges through a wellness-oriented approach to assessment, therapy, and treatment planning. This combined M.A./Ed.S. program consists of a 48-credit master's curriculum plus 12 additional credits of advanced coursework, totaling 60 credits. The curriculum covers core principles of individual and systemic behavior while developing competencies in areas including individual/group therapy, crisis response, prevention strategies, consultation techniques, developmental psychology, career guidance, client advocacy, and cultural diversity. Seton Hall's Professional and School Counseling programs maintain rigorous academic standards and fulfill the educational prerequisites for professional counselor licensure in New Jersey and numerous other states.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
Online Application
Official transcripts from all institutions attended
Three (3) letters of recommendation, including at least one from a professional colleague who can attest to the candidate's ability to interact with others, fit with the counseling profession, and capacity for graduate study
Resume or C.V.
Interview with the Admissions Committee
For international applicants, TOEFL score above 80 or IELTS score above 7
If required, GRE or MAT scores in the 50th percentile or higher (combined scores)
Official transcripts from all institutions attended
Three (3) letters of recommendation, including at least one from a professional colleague who can attest to the candidate's ability to interact with others, fit with the counseling profession, and capacity for graduate study
Resume or C.V.
Interview with the Admissions Committee
For international applicants, TOEFL score above 80 or IELTS score above 7
If required, GRE or MAT scores in the 50th percentile or higher (combined scores)
Tuition
USD
26,057