Counselor Education, Clinical Mental Health Counseling Emphasis, EdS

Program Requirements

The Education Specialist (EdS) degree in Counselor Education is designed for individuals who already possess a master’s degree in counseling and who seek to further their knowledge and skills in counseling. Students entering this program must choose either a School Counseling emphasis or a Clinical Mental Health counseling emphasis. Most students will complete the program on a part-time basis, taking 1 or 2 classes per semester, including summers. All students must complete the program in six years. Courses are taught in the evenings, Monday through Thursday, at 4:30 or later at either the University Center in Greenville or on Clemson’s main campus.

Admission Requirements

A complete application package includes (1) online application including essay questions, (2) two letters of recommendation, (3) undergraduate transcripts, (4) Competitive GRE scores within 5 years, and (5) Official TOEFL/IELTS/PTE scores for International Students. The deadline for applications to the program is January 15. Only complete application packets are considered for admission.

Clinical Mental Health Counseling Emphasis

Individuals choosing this emphasis typically are interested in completing requirements for counselor licensure (i.e., LPC) or advancing their knowledge and skills in mental health counseling. Students in this emphasis must complete 30 credits, choosing
courses as follows:

1. Complete any of the courses currently required for the master’s degree in clinical mental health counseling that have not previously been completed.
2. Complete elective courses approved by the advisor and based on the student’s professional goals.