School Counseling, MS

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN

School Counseling

California Baptist University

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Dr. Bonnie G. Metcalf School of Education

“In the School of Education, we are committed to developing educational leaders who combine strong professional preparation with a faith-informed purpose and a global perspective, ready to make a meaningful impact in schools, communities and nations.”

Stacy Meyer, EdD Dean, Metcalf School of Education

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Program Distinctives

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Learn in the Field In addition to learning foundational concepts, our program incorporates handson experiences starting in the first semester. The blend of theory and practical experience, with courses taught by current and former school counselor leaders, provides a model for success in the student’s practicum, fieldwork and career as a TK–12 school counselor.

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Network with Peers

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Become Academically Prepared

This program is made up of a cohort of students that progress together. The cohort model creates an environment where cooperative learning is cultivated with longlasting relationships that are essential for vocational networking and support.

Students of this program emerge with both a Master of Science in School Counseling and a Pupil Personnel Services Credential in School Counseling recognized by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing.

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Program Details at a Glance

Program Length

Program Cost*

Program Start Term

48 units

$42,952

Fall (September)

3 years (8 semesters)

$834 per unit $365 per semester general fee

Class Format

Accreditation

Classes offered on campus Monday–Thursday evenings.

Some Saturday classes required.

WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC) Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC)

*Based on current academic year. Subject to change.

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Led by biblical truth, the Metcalf School of Education’s mission is to prepare globally minded educational leaders of high moral character who are equipped with the knowledge and skills needed to create inclusive, lifelong learners.

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Alumni Q&A Robyn Wijnhamer Class of 2019

Meet Robyn Wijnhamer, a 2019 CBU alumna of the MS in School Counseling program. Robyn is now a school counselor at Raney Intermediate School.

She cultivates opportunities for all students to have access to equitable education and succeed in fulfilling their potential. Focusing on the academic, social-emotional and professional success of students, Robyn believes there is strength in diversity and works hard to empower all students with healthy perceptions of themselves and their unique ability to learn and develop into leaders of their community.

Q: Why did you want to study the school counseling program?

A: I was drawn to the school counseling program out of a desire to become an advocate for all students, encouraging them in their unique stories and individual gifts and talents.

Q: What have you loved most about working in the field you are in?

A: The best part of my role as a school counselor is having the opportunity to build relationships with students and be a part of their stories. I feel honored to be in a role where I can advocate for student needs while encouraging all students in their ability to reach their full potential and succeed in their various aspirations.

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Q: What about CBU caught your eye when applying

Q: What was one of the most valuable things you

to graduate programs?

took from your time at CBU?

A: First, I appreciated that the CBU program

A: In addition to feeling well equipped to step into a

is strongly aligned with the American School

school counseling role, my time at CBU connected

Counseling Association (ASCA) and equips emerging

me to an incredible community of school counselors

school counselors with the knowledge and tools

in the surrounding area that I continue to collaborate

necessary to be strong advocates for students. I was

and consult with in my current role. The opportunities

also drawn to their model of providing students with

that this program provided for me to glean from

a blend of theory and practical experience. Gaining

veteran counselors and other educational leaders

hands-on experience in my first year as a graduate

has significantly impacted me as a counselor and the

student was instrumental to my development as a

program of my current school site.

school counselor.

Q: What is a piece of advice you would give to Q: How did CBU prepare you for the job you are

someone looking to apply to this program?

in currently?

A: I would encourage all prospective students to be

A: At the time of graduation, I felt well versed in the

confident in their interest of this program. As a CBU

ASCA comprehensive school counseling model and

student you will be provided with an opportunity to

the ability to implement it in my future placement.

learn under professors who are passionate experts

Additionally, I felt well connected to a network of

in their craft while growing as a leader who is trained

amazing counselors in surrounding districts due

to work in community and confidently advocate and

to the intentionality of the program to provide

serve all students.

opportunities for engagement prior to graduation.

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Faculty Spotlight Pedro Caro, EdD Director, School Counseling

My name is Dr. Pedro Caro and I am proud to

Today’s school counselors are systems thinkers,

serve our future school counselor leaders.

change agents and advocates. Research shows that youth thrive when they have a caring adult

As a former school counselor, I know that we

relationship, and school counselors are the heart

can make a difference in the lives of countless

of the school. I truly believe that we have the most

students every day. Helping all young people

rewarding profession with a lasting impact.

reach and exceed their potential—especially those in traditionally underserved communities—drives

My research interests include identifying factors

my purpose and serves as my “why.” Every child

that contribute to building trust with Latinx families,

was uniquely created by God with gifts and talents

examining culturally relevant principal leadership

that school counselors can help bring to light.

and investigating burnout in first-year school counselors. I look forward to serving our school

More than ever, professional school counselors

communities by equipping our next generation

are essential at every level to support students’

of leaders with the resources and tools to build

academic, socio-emotional and postsecondary

comprehensive school counseling programs.

growth and development.

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Degree Requirements Core Courses 30 units SCSP 5030 Counseling Theory

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SCSP 5080 Program Design and the ASCA National Model

3

SCSP 5120 Counseling Techniques for Exceptional Children

3

SCSP 5210 Developing Culturally Competent Practice

3

SCSP 5280 School Counseling Leadership and Advocacy

3

SCSP 5300 Use of Data and Assessment and School Counseling

3

SCSP 5330 Crisis Response, Behavior Intervention & Management

3

SCSP 5410 Human Communication Group Process

3

SCSP 5550 Intervention, Consultation and Collaboration

3

SCSP 5660 Legal and Ethical Practice for Diverse Groups

3

School Counseling Requirements 8 units SCSP 5020 Introduction to School Counseling

3

SCSP 5430 Transition and Career Counseling

3

SCSP 5500 Practicum: Educational Interventions for Diverse Groups

1

SCSP 5610 Seminar in Program Design & Evaluation

1

Practicum Courses 4 units SCSP 5100 Role of School Counselor

1

SCSP 5200 Counseling Individuals and Groups

2

SCSP 5400 Personal & Career Assessment

1

School Counseling Field Experience Courses 6 units SCSP 5760 Fieldwork/Internship I

3

SCSP 5780 Fieldwork/Internship II

3

Total 48 Units

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Admissions Requirements Application for admission with a $45 application fee.

Official transcript reflecting the completion of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and/or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation, or the evaluated equivalency Completion of a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited university OR a passing score on the state-administered California Basic Education Skills Test (CBEST) or equivalent by the end of the second semester of enrollment.

Minimum GPA of 2.75 or presentation of a minimum combined score of 300 on the verbal and quantitative sections of the Graduate Record Exam (GRE) or passing score on the CSET Exam to overcome a low grade point average.

Verification of Certificate of Clearance from the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing.

Written statement of purpose and in-person/virtual program interview.

Written statement (500-word maximum) and interview will address: • What are your educational goals?

• How will this program help meet those goals?

• What makes you a good fit for CBU? Additional requirements may be requested.

Prerequisites* Completed with a grade of “C” or better: • General Psychology • Abnormal Psychology OR Personality Theories One (1) of the following: • Growth Development and Learning • Lifespan Development • Educational Psychology *At least one (1) prerequisite must be completed prior to admission. Remaining prerequisites must be completed within the first semester of the program.

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How to Apply

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Submit a graduate application at

calbaptist.edu/gradapp.

Send official college or university transcripts.

Provide any supplemental documents required.

Application Deadline Fall Priority

May 15

Standard

August 1

Ready to take the next step?

Follow this QR code to start your application!

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Graduate Admissions

Dr. Bonnie G. Metcalf School of Education

8432 Magnolia Avenue Riverside, CA 92504

8432 Magnolia Avenue Riverside, CA 92504

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