New York State Certification

The master of science degree in education is approved by the New York State Department of Education and is designed for persons seeking provisional and permanent certification in school counseling. Provisional certification is obtained after completion of the required 48 credit hours (M.S.Ed.). Permanent certification can be obtained after completion of 60 credit hours of study in the certificate of advanced studies program and two years of work experience as a counselor. The CAS program (with additional work experience) qualifies students to apply for national certification as a professional counselor (NCC) and school counselor (NSC).

Accreditation

The master of science degree at Niagara University is registered with the New York State Department of Education and is accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools and the National Council for the Accreditation of Teacher Education.

Practicums

The program includes a three credit hour field experience and a three credit hour counseling practicum experience. An additional practicum is available for students working on permanent certification.

Certificate of Advanced Study (CAS) in School Counseling

Fulfills academic requirements for permanent NYS certification. Two additional years working as school counselor is also required for certification.