Master of Education in Counseling and Development


The mission of the Counseling and Development Program at Winthrop University is to provide an intellectually stimulating and supportive environment for the professional development of school and clinical mental health counselors who are committed to the skill sets and best practice in their roles as clinicians, advocates, and consultants.

The program strives to prepare culturally competent, culturally sensitive, and ethical counselors to work effectively in a technological and pluralistic society. The faculty designs and delivers academic and clinical experiences for all our students in ways that recognize, respect, and value the diversity of students' backgrounds, characteristics, beliefs, and abilities. 

To learn more about the online program, visit our Online Master of Education in Counseling and Development webpage.

Graduate Program Co-Directors: 

Dr. Beth Costner
803/323-2151
csdv@winthrop.edu

Dr. Patricia Arter
803/323-4858
csdv@winthrop.edu


Why Winthrop?

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On-Site Clinics

Students have opportunities to practice skills and interventions through on-site counseling clinics.

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State Certification

In all 50 states, graduates are compatible with state certification in school counseling, national counselor certification, and state licensure for professional counselors.


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Beyond Graduation

"The Counseling and Development program at Winthrop has been everything I’ve wanted and more from a graduate program. After teaching for three years, I thought I wanted to transition to counseling and after my first class at Winthrop, I knew I had made the right choice in schools. The professors are always available to provide honest, useful feedback, and I have gained a lot from their wisdom."

 

This program provides a background in and leadership to prepare you for a variety of counseling roles. Our graduates are equipped for positions that include:

  • College Counseling

  • Career Planning

  • Substance Abuse Counselor

  • Mental Health Advocate

  • Clinical Social Worker

  • Marriage and Family Therapist

 


 

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