Master of Education in Counselor Education
Department
Department of Counseling and Human Development
College
Office of Research and Graduate Studies and the College of Education and Human Development
Overview of the program
All counseling programs consist of a minimum of 60 hours of study, meeting the academic requirements for Louisiana licensure in counseling and/or marriage and family therapy. The second year of study emphasizes a clinical internship, consisting of 2-3 semesters of intensive counseling work at an approved community internship site.
Concentrations
- Community Counseling
- Community Counseling – Substance Abuse Counseling Emphasis
- School Counseling
- Marriage and Family Therapy
Strengths of the program
The program is nationally accredited by the Commission on Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP). Program faculty are nationally/internationally recognized as leaders in the counseling field.
Preparing for a job in the program
Following completion of the graduate degree, there is a two-year post degree supervised experience required for licensing.
Careers in the program
Qualified counselors are widely sought after to work in professional mental health roles in private and public organizations, schools, and private practice.
Starting Salaries after completing the program (estimates only)
Starting salaries in Louisiana for counselors begin in the mid 20K range. The average national salary for a licensed counselor is approximately $56,000.
Campus organizations and activities affiliated with the program
Southeastern has a chapter of Chi Sigma Iota – Professional and Academic Counseling Honor Society
Related fields that might interest you
- Social work
- Psychology
How do I know this is the degree for me?
Common Strengths and interests of students in the program
Helpful qualities for counseling majors include:
- A desire to help
- Good interpersonal skills
- Personal maturity
- Non-judgmental acceptance of others
- Strong ethical foundation.
Contact Information
Office of Research and Graduate Studies
SLU Box 10809
Hammond, LA 70402
On Campus: Mead Hall, Room 103
Telephone: 985-549-2103
Fax: 985-549-3605
E-mail: gradschool@selu.edu
June M. Williams, Ph.D., LPC
Associate Professor, Counseling Program
Program Coordinator & Graduate Coordinator
SLU 10863
Hammond LA 70402
Telephone: 985-549-5693
FAX 985-549-3758
jwilliams@selu.edu
