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School Counselor PK-12 Elementary & Secondary Certification

Earn a Post-Master's School Counselor Certification (PK-12) on a Flexible Schedule That Fits Your Life

Marywood makes it easy for current school counselors with a master’s degree to earn a second school counseling certification through its post-master's certification program.

Through evening, summer, and online courses, this program enables students to earn a second certification in elementary or secondary school counseling in approximately one year.

  • Current school counselors can earn a second, post-master's certification.
  • Flexible schedule: evening, summer, and online courses
  • Earn certification in just one year.

Outcomes & Opportunities

Top Employers

  • School Districts
  • Universities
  • Education App/Tutoring Companies
  • Public Libraries

Top Career Paths

  • Education Consultant
  • Elementary School Teacher
  • Preschool Teacher
  • Middle School Teacher

Dig Deeper Into the Program Details

Graduate Admissions Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university
  • “B” average during undergraduate study or demonstrated potential for graduate work
  • Completed application
  • Submit an essay discussing your career objectives and why you want to pursue a career in education.
  • Official, sealed transcripts
  • Two or three letters of recommendation

VISIT GRADUATE ADMISSIONS

The School of Education is located in the The McGowan Center for Graduate and Professional Studies located on the corner of University and North Washington Avenues. This facility contains classrooms and related clinical/professional space.
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McGowan Center for Graduate and Professional Studies

1201 University Avenue
Map & Directions

The McGowan Center for Graduate and Professional Studies, located on the corner of University and North Washington Avenues, contains classrooms and related clinical/professional space for Communication Sciences and Disorders, Psychology and Counseling, Education, and Business students. Market Marywood is also located here.

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Psychological Services Center


Map & Directions

The Psychological Services Center (PSC), located in Room 1009 in the McGowan Center for Graduate and Professional Studies, is a clinic and training facility. It serves the community as an outpatient mental health clinic that provides services to individuals across the life spectrum from young children to older adults. The entry of the PSC is privately located on the north side of the McGowan Center on Marywood's campus. The PSC is composed of several individual, couple, family, and group therapy rooms, as well as a reception area and waiting room.

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McGowan Center Classrooms


Map & Directions

The McGowan Center for Graduate and Professional Studies, located on the corner of University and North Washington Avenues, contains classrooms and related clinical/professional space for Communication Sciences and Disorders, Psychology and Counseling, Education, and Business students.

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From #DayOne, Marywood is here for you each step of the way. For currently enrolled students visit the School of Education Student Resources Website for academic tips, forms, and more to guide you on your academic journey.

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