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Graduate Programs — Counseling, M. Ed.
Philosophy
This major prepares counselors to take leadership positions in counseling, planning, directing, implementing, and evaluating counseling programs in schools and communities. The program is grounded in solution-focused practice emphasizing strengths and resiliencies rather than exploring pathology. This approach reflects our belief in the resources clients bring to counseling, and that counseling is time-limited.
Students enter a program of learning that emphasizes forming collaborative and nurturing relationships with other students and faculty. These relationships remain energized when students leave TCU to work in schools and the communities. After graduation, new counselors continue to work closely with their professors, peers, and other professionals. Students graduate with a network of people, skills, and resources. One student stated that he was prepared "to not only find a job but to be qualified above and beyond in that position."
Program Options
Those seeking the M.Ed. in Counseling have three options. Option I is Counseling (with or without school counselor certification). Option II focuses on preparing students to work in the area of university student affairs. Option III focuses on the course work needed to become a Child-Life Specialist. In addition, students may pursue the coursework towards earning the credential as a Licensed Professional Counselor. Program details related to each option may be found in the TCU Online Catalog.
Advisors: Dr. Becky Taylor and Dr. Frank Thomas
Admission deadlines
November 16—last day to complete applications for spring admission.
March 16—last day to complete applications for summer admission.
July 16—last day to complete applications for fall admission.
Related Links
Frequently Asked Questions about Counseling
Professional Resources
Student Foundation Resources
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