The Master of Education (M.Ed.) in School Counseling is recognized for preparing future school counselors in real world-application of evidence-based practices in PreK-12 school settings. Experienced faculty guide students to put theory into practice following the American School Counseling Association (ASCA) National Model. Within the program, students gain hands-on training through established partnerships with professional school counselors in the field. Our students have access to instructors who specialize in evidence-based practices, preparing them to graduate ready to be a change agent in their communities.<br>Through the program, students receive instruction through a cohort model which prepares them to implement a comprehensive school counseling program (CSCP) aligned with ASCA National Model. Students are prepared to take the state licensure exam to be licensed as a Professional School Counselor. While in the training program, students have opportunities to work closely with faculty to create presentations, manuscripts, and projects centered around the school counselor's role in student advocacy as well as professional identity.