咨询教育理学硕士为专业辅导员提供所需的理论，技术和信息的准备。该计划的毕业生完全可以满足伊利诺伊州教育委员会和国家认证咨询委员会的学术要求。该计划已获得咨询和相关教育计划认证委员会（CACREP）的全国认可。该专业领域是为寻求在机构中提供专业咨询职位的学生而设计的，这些机构通过危机干预，补救和/或初级预防干预措施来帮助客户解决心理障碍和/或发育问题。
The Master of Science in Education in Counseling provides preparation in the theory, techniques, and information needed by the professional counselor. The academic requirements as set forth by the Illinois State Board of Education and the National Board for Certified Counselors are fully met by graduates of this program. This program is nationally accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Education Programs (CACREP). This area of specialization is designed for students seeking professional counseling positions in agencies that assist clients to resolve psychological disorders and/or developmental issues through crisis intervention, remediation, and/or primary prevention interventions.