Educational Psychology, Counselor Education (MEd)
Department website: https://education.utexas.edu/departments/educational-psychology
The Counselor Education M.Ed. program provides rigorous, evidence-based preparation for counseling careers in educational, health and community settings, preparing students to meet the growing demand for skilled counselors.
The program’s primary goal is to develop counselors who are prepared to deliver effective assessment, prevention, intervention and support services within academic, community and clinical environments. Through a comprehensive curriculum, students build a strong professional identity while gaining the knowledge, skills and ethical grounding necessary for contemporary counseling practice.
This program is designed for students who aspire to careers in higher education, community mental health or integrated health settings, and private practice, or are interested in future doctoral training in counseling, psychology or related fields.
Graduates of the program are prepared to pursue a range of professional and academic pathways, including:
- Licensure as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Texas.
- Employment in higher education as academic advisors or career counselors and other counseling adjacent roles.
- Practice in community mental health clinics, integrated behavioral health settings, group practices or private practice.
- Doctoral study in counseling or related fields.
More information is available on the Educational Psychology website.
Graduate Handbook
Graduate handbook information is updated and maintained by each program. Graduate handbooks are available within each program's office and online. Please contact the program with concerns or questions.
Total Hours Required: 60
Requirements
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Hours chosen from: Educational psychology (program courses and electives) and clinical practicum and internship experience | 60 | |
| More information about program-specific requirements is available on the Educational Psychology website | ||
| All students must also follow the following requirements and policies: | ||
| Graduate Education Requirements | ||
| Graduate University Requirements | ||
| Total Hours | 60 | |