Doctor of Philosophy in Counselor Education & Supervision
Walden University

Program Details

If you’re looking for a clear path to teaching in CACREP-accredited counseling degree programs, the PhD in Counselor Education and Supervision General Program can help you take the next step. In our core path of study, you’ll acquire an advanced understanding of counseling theory and learn to evaluate theory and practice through qualitative and quantitative research. Build advanced individual and group counseling skills, teaching and supervision competencies, and research skills designed to help you reach your potential as a scholar-practitioner.

Learning Pace

Institution-Paced

% Online

Mostly Online

Program Accreditation & Licensing

Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP)

School Accreditation & Licensing

Walden University is accredited by:

Higher Learning Commission (HLC)

Walden University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, (www.hlcommission.org), an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Program Requirements & Restrictions

Minimum Education

Master Degree

Recommended GPA

3.0 or above (4.0 scale)

Application Requirements

Occupational License, Official College Transcript(s), Resume/CV

Additional Info

  • This program requires an on campus residency and two short on-campus practicums.
  • Applicants must be licensed as a professional counselor with a master's degree in counseling or have graduated from a CACREP-accredited program, and have three years of relevant work experience.

Restricted States

New York, Rhode Island, Connecticut