Master of Arts in School Counseling
Sacred Heart University

Program Details

The online Master of Arts in School Counseling degree from Sacred Heart University delivers the expertise to transform your career and become an ethical and data-driven school counselor. Whether you’re seeking professional advancement opportunities within your current institution or want to move into the field of counseling for the first time, this program will prepare you for the next step in your career. You’ll graduate fully equipped to support PK–12 students through academic development, college and career readiness and social-emotional learning.

Taught by expert educators with real-world experience, this program follows a curriculum founded on the latest research and current best practices. You’ll explore 21st-century content relevant to the work that today’s school counselors are performing and build essential skills for group counseling, career counseling, effective interventions, special education, building social foundations, crisis assessment and more. You’ll also gain hands-on experience through required internship and practicum opportunities in the K–12 school setting of your choice. 

All courses required for this master’s program are delivered entirely online to provide you with the flexibility you need to prioritize your education with your full-time responsibilities. The program requires 60 credit hours total and can be completed in two and a half years. Get started today.

Learning Pace

Institution-Paced

Learning Schedule

Asynchronous

% Online

Mostly Online

School Accreditation & Licensing

Sacred Heart University is accredited by:

New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE)

Program Requirements & Restrictions

Minimum Education

Bachelor Degree

Application Requirements

Interview, Official College Transcript(s), Recommendation/Reference Letter(s), Statement of Purpose/Intent

Additional Info

  • This program requires two (2) week-long, in-person residencies at SHU.