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Coursework covers counseling foundations, assessment and diagnosis, treatment planning and evidence-based approaches. Required practicum and internship placements provide supervised clinical experience with faculty guidance.<\/p>\n<p>Graduates are prepared to begin the licensure process, including taking the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nbcc.org\/exams\/nce\">National Counselor Examination<\/a> and applying to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lpc.ms.gov\/\">Mississippi licensing board<\/a> for the appropriate provisional credential. The <a href=\"https:\/\/counselingcompact.gov\/\">Counseling Compact<\/a> offers eligible, independently licensed counselors a pathway to practice in other participating states as those states become operational. Students planning to practice outside Mississippi should consult that state\u2019s licensing board. 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Scholarship eligibility is based on a combination of factors, such as grades, leadership skills, initiative, motivation, and recommendation of the faculty and staff. Graduate students at Delta State University also have a number of funding opportunities available to them, including Graduate Assistantships, fellowships, scholarships, and loans. We also offer an affordable tuition rate with no additional fees for out-of-state students. We work closely with students to identify and apply for federal and state financial aid programs, as well as student loans and state scholarships. 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Program faculty seek to strengthen the profession by modeling for students the professional expectation of continued growth and learning, interpersonal awareness, and practical application of sound principles and practices in their work as professional counselors.[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221;][nectar_cta btn_style=&#8221;see-through&#8221; heading_tag=&#8221;p&#8221; button_color=&#8221;default&#8221; link_type=&#8221;regular&#8221; alignment=&#8221;right&#8221; alignment_tablet=&#8221;default&#8221; alignment_phone=&#8221;default&#8221; display=&#8221;block&#8221; link_text=&#8221;Learn more about program goals&#8221; url=&#8221;https:\/\/live-deltastate.pantheonsite.io\/nursing-health-sciences\/school-of-nursing\/cacrep-accreditation\/&#8221;][vc_row_inner column_margin=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_tablet=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_phone=&#8221;default&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221;][vc_column_inner column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; 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Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission. Consistent with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cacrep.org\/section-1-the-learning-environment-2\/\">CACREP Standard 1.J<\/a>, faculty consider each applicant\u2019s career goals, aptitude for graduate-level study in an online learning environment, and potential to form effective counseling relationships with diverse populations. Applicants should demonstrate promise for success in the program and for developing into ethical, culturally responsive professional counselors.<\/p>\n<p>All application materials should be submitted to the Office of Graduate Studies as directed through the graduate application process. Questions regarding application materials may be sent to <a href=\"mailto:grad-info@deltastate.edu\">grad-info@deltastate.edu<\/a>. Applications are reviewed throughout the admission cycle as materials are received, and applicants are encouraged to submit all required documents as early as possible for timely consideration.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]<strong>Application Requirements<\/strong><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Graduate application<\/strong><br \/>\nComplete the <a href=\"https:\/\/live-deltastate.pantheonsite.io\/admissions\/how-to-apply-graduate\/\">online graduate application<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Academic qualifications<\/strong><br \/>\nApplicants must have a minimum cumulative undergraduate GPA of 2.75 or a minimum GPA of 3.0 across the final 60 hours of undergraduate coursework.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Professional essay<\/strong><br \/>\nSubmit a typed essay describing your reasons for pursuing a career in counseling and reflecting on the personal and professional qualities that support effective counseling practice. Your essay should address your ability to relate to others with care and authenticity, engage respectfully with people from diverse backgrounds, demonstrate integrity and ethical conduct, and commit to continued personal and professional growth.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px;\">Organize your essay into five sections using the following prompts:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li><em>My rationale for pursuing a career in counseling is best expressed as follows&#8230;<\/em><\/li>\n<li><em>My ability to work effectively with others in a caring and authentic manner is demonstrated by&#8230;<\/em><\/li>\n<li><em>My awareness of cultural differences and commitment to approaching others without judgment are demonstrated by&#8230;<\/em><\/li>\n<li><em>My commitment to integrity and ethical conduct is demonstrated by&#8230;<\/em><\/li>\n<li><em>My commitment to continued personal and professional development is demonstrated by&#8230;<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px;\">Applicants should provide clear, thoughtful, and comprehensive responses to each prompt.<\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\n<ol start=\"4\">\n<li><strong>Professional r\u00e9sum\u00e9 or curriculum vitae<\/strong><br \/>\nSubmit a current professional r\u00e9sum\u00e9 or CV that includes your educational background, employment history, relevant volunteer or service experience, professional involvement, and other experiences related to your preparation for graduate study in counseling.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Professional references<\/strong><br \/>\nProvide contact information for three professional references. For each reference, include the individual\u2019s name, professional title and place of employment, relationship to you, email address, and telephone number.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Faculty interview<\/strong><br \/>\nQualified applicants may be invited to participate in a group interview with Counselor Education faculty. 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Students seeking licensure in Mississippi should consult the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lpc.ms.gov\/\">Mississippi State Board of Examiners for Licensed Professional Counselors<\/a> for current requirements, application procedures, and credentialing information.<\/p>\n<p>Mississippi is a member of the <a href=\"https:\/\/counselingcompact.gov\/\">Counseling Compact<\/a>, which is designed to increase professional mobility by allowing eligible, independently licensed counselors to apply for the privilege to practice in other participating states as those states become operational. The Compact does not replace initial state licensure, and participation is subject to individual eligibility requirements and state implementation timelines.<\/p>\n<p>Professional counseling licensure requirements vary by state. Students who currently reside outside Mississippi or plan to practice in another state should review that state\u2019s requirements before enrolling and throughout the program. In accordance with U.S. Department of Education regulations, additional information is available on Delta State University\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/live-deltastate.pantheonsite.io\/academics\/professional-licensure\/\">Professional Licensure Disclosure<\/a> page.[\/vc_column_text][\/tab][tab icon_family=&#8221;fontawesome&#8221; title=&#8221;Degree Requirements&#8221; id=&#8221;1792188192428-0&#8243; tab_id=&#8221;1792188192428-0&#8243; icon_fontawesome=&#8221;fa fa-graduation-cap&#8221;][vc_column_text]\n<h2>Degree Requirements<\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]A candidate for the Master of Education in Counseling is required to meet the following:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>3.0 overall GPA<\/li>\n<li>Completed program of study (minimum of 60 course hours)<\/li>\n<li>Completion of Capstone Paper<\/li>\n<li>Completion of Professional Presentation<\/li>\n<li>Completion of minimum hours of field experience (700)<\/li>\n<li>Passed the Counselor Preparation Comprehensive Examination (CPCE)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>For more information on degree requirements and specifics on courses needed to complete the degree, consult the Graduate <a href=\"https:\/\/live-deltastate.pantheonsite.io\/academic-affairs\/catalog\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Academic Catalog<\/a>.[\/vc_column_text][\/tab][tab icon_family=&#8221;fontawesome&#8221; title=&#8221;Fees&#8221; id=&#8221;1792188192441-3&#8243; tab_id=&#8221;1792188192441-9&#8243; icon_fontawesome=&#8221;fa fa-usd&#8221;][vc_column_text]\n<h2>Fees<\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]<a href=\"https:\/\/live-deltastate.pantheonsite.io\/finance-admin\/student-business-services\/tuition-and-fees\/\">Tuition at Delta State University<\/a>\u00a0covers the cost of classes.<\/p>\n<p>Some Counselor Education courses have lab fees. 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