Master of Science Program: Counseling

		Master of Science Program: Counseling

Course Sequencing for 36 credit program

While it is possible to complete the program in less that two years, provided a student has sufficient background before entering, that event is unlikely. The limited resources of the department which require a structured two-year course rotation and the difficulties of interfacing with other departments' offerings to meet program requirements and other demands mitigate against even a full-time student completing the program in less than two years without a great deal of good fortune. Students should keep these "facts of life" in mind.

Assuming that a student starts the summer following admission to the program, the following sequence will provide the optimal chance to register for appropriate courses when they are needed. Below is given the prescribed sequence in which courses should be taken to be able to complete the master's degree program in two years.

Suggested Course Sequencing for the Master of Science Degree Program in Counseling:

	Start in Summer	Start in Fall
Summer School 4wk and 8wk (Six to nine credits)	EDP 557, 600,
Fall Semester (Nine to 12 credits)	EDP 605, 630, 652* plus elective	EDP 557, 605, 630, 652*
Spring Semester (Nine to 12 credits)	EDP 604,642,656, 661, 666	EDP 604,642, 656, 661, 666
Summer School 4wk and 8wk	EDP 640, 665(3)**, 666,	EDP 640, 665(3)**, 666,
Fall Semester (Nine to 12 credits)	EDP 604,649, 664(3-6) 656, 650 elective	EDP604, 649, 664(3-6), 656, 650 elective
Spring Semester (Nine to 12 credits)	EDP 640, 642, 664(3), elective PSY elective	EDP 640, 642, 664(3-6), elective PSY elective

*Available in this semester ONLY
**Begins 15 May and ends 15 August

The sequence on the left assumes a student starts in the summer and has had the program prerequisites, Testing and Abnormal Psychology; the right hand sequence does not assume a student starts during the summer, but does assume the prerequisites have been taken. For those seeking post-master's certification suggested electives include EDP 656 (Research), PSY 627(Physiological Psychology). A masters thesis option allows the student to replace electives with EDP 782 for a total of six credits. All courses are for three hours credit unless otherwise indicated.

*Practicum (EDP 664) may be taken for 6 hours during one semester, or 3 hours during each of two consecutive semesters.

Note: Please remember that all courses are not offered each semester. If an extra section is offered, the course may not satisfy the program Folio requirements. Also, remember to check prerequisites for courses you plan to take.

Application to Master of Science in Education Degree Program

In order to apply to the Master of Science in Education program for counseling:

You must fill out a departmental application, including three letters of reference) and a Graduate School application. Be sure to specify "Master" on both of these application forms.
The Counseling Psychology Area Committee will review your application and contract, and you will be mailed a letter of admission if all goes well.

NOTE: The Master of Science in Education program is selective with about four applicants for each person selected. The program faculty prefers applicants who already have a foundation in the behavioral sciences, e.g., psychology, anthropology and sociology.

For more information contact the Director of Graduate Study, William E. Stilwell, or write:

Director of Graduate Study
Department of Educational and Counseling Psychology
245 Dickey Hall
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY 40506-0017

859-257-7881 Office

859-257-5662 FAX

Department of Educational and Counseling Psychology

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