Buena Vista University's Master of Science in Education program is designed to prepare students for the role of professional school counselor.

Year One

GEDU 519 Professional & Ethical Orientation to School Counseling - Sum I
GEDU 546 Methods in School Guidance & Counseling - Sum II
GEDU 544 Social & Cultural Foundations of School Counseling - Fall
GEDU 543 Administration of Comprehensive Guidance in the Schools - Spring

Year Two

GEDU 527 Developmental Assessment & Guidance Curriculum in School Counseling- Sum I
GEDU 548 Group Guidance & Counseling in the Schools - Sum II
GEDU 548 Group Guidance & Counseling in the Schools - Sum II
GEDU 529 Human Development & Learning in the School and Family - Spring

Year Three

GEDU 549 Career Development & Assessment in the Schools - Sum I
GEDU 538 Consultation, Leadership & Advocacy Roles in School Counseling - Sum II
GEDU 551 Supervised Prepracticum in School Counseling - Fall
GEDU 547 Elementary Field Practicum - Spring  OR
GEDU 550 Secondary Field Practicum AND
GEDU 555 Capstone Professional Portfolio in School Counseling (1 Credit Hour)

* Additional practicums for those seeking K-12 licensure are offered on an arranged basis. Contact the director of graduate studies for information.

NOTE: To apply for licensure in Iowa as a school counselor, an additional Exceptional Learner or equivalent special education course and a Classroom Management course (3 credit hours each) is required for candidates without teacher certification. They may be taken at the undergraduate or graduate level at any accredited institution.