Certificate of Advanced Study: School Counselor online Program*

Department of Educational Psychology, Counseling and Special Education

The CAS provides post-Master’s study which, when combined with SUNY Oneonta Master of Science in Education degree (School Counselor), satisfies the 60 s.h. academic requirement (Master’s degree + CAS or related course work) of New York State for Permanent Certification in School Counseling. Two full years of professional experience as a school counselor are also required for permanent certification by New York State. This program can be completed through part-time study. The College allows a maximum of six calendar years to complete all requirements for the program. Since the NYS Provisional Certificate is valid for five years, students are encouraged to complete their CAS within this time period.

National Counselor’s Exam: Courses offered in the CAS program (school counselor) may be used to fulfill part of the eligibility requirements for the National Counselor’s Exam.

Admission Requirements:

• Submit a completed application and the non-refundable fee. Application Fee Waived for SUNY Oneonta Alumni.
• Submit an official transcript of an earned Master’s degree from a regionally accredited college.
• Submit a copy of their NYS Provisional Certificate in School Counseling.
• At the Department’s discretion, have a personal interview with members of the Counselor Education faculty.
• Submit two professional letters of recommendation (not required for M.S. Ed. Oneonta graduates).
• Application deadline: February 1. DEADLINE EXTENDED UNTIL APRIL 10
• Fall admission only.
• APPLY ONLINE

Program Requirements:

• At least 21 s.h. of approved courses beyond the Master’s degree including:

• Minimum GPA of 3.0.
• Students must complete all program requirements within six years and complete a minimum of 12 s.h. at SUNY Oneonta.

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