Course Overview

The School Counseling program at George Washington University is designed to prepare students to become professional school counselors who support the academic, career, and personal-social development of K-12 students. Offered through the Graduate School of Education and Human Development, the program emphasizes evidence-based practices, cultural competence, and advocacy for equity in education. Unique features include a focus on urban education challenges and hands-on training through practicum and internship experiences in diverse school settings.

Career Prospects

Graduates of this program are equipped to work as certified school counselors in public and private schools, addressing student needs through individual and group counseling, crisis intervention, and collaboration with educators and families. The program also prepares students for leadership roles in educational policy and advocacy.

Key Faculty and Staff

While specific faculty names are subject to change, the program is supported by experienced professors and practitioners in the field of counseling and education, many of whom have extensive backgrounds in school counseling and research on student mental health and academic success.

Unique Facilities and Partnerships

The program benefits from partnerships with local school districts in the Washington, D.C. area, providing students with real-world internship opportunities in diverse educational environments. Additionally, students have access to the university's state-of-the-art resources and research centers focused on education and human development.