Up to 30 credits in entry-level or advanced courses in counseling -- see Note 1 at section end from more detail. . (NOTE. often these credits are transferred from previous graduate degrees)

A course in sociological processes in human development. Choose one course in human development in social context; eligible courses include. Choose one course in psychological processes in human development; eligible courses include. Required Counseling Foundation Courses

At least one advanced research methods course, as most appropriate to support the chosen dissertation topic; eligible courses include, but are not limited to. Choose a combination of ED 595. Ph.D. Research (Dissertation) (at least 15 credits recommended), ED 596. Research Apprenticeship (0-6 credits), ED 591. Independent Study, and/or other courses related to your dissertation, for a total of 24 credits.

Select electives as needed to reach a total of 96 credits for the program; these courses should be used to enhance curricular experiences, develop expertise or counseling specialty, or meet NBCC, NCC, or CACREP requirements (see Note 2 at section end).