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It
allows students to find information quickly. If you have a question
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Program Admission Questions
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How do I get admitted into the counseling program?
There are specific requirement for admissions to the
Counseling Programs. They are outlined in the Student Handbook.
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What is Screening and what does it entail?
Screening takes place during the first few weeks of CP610 Counseling Orientation
and Ethics class. It is comprised of an interview with a faculty member
and a student. Students are also asked to complete several written
assignments and assessments. More information is located in the
Student Handbook.
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When do I find out who my advisor is?
When
you are admitted into the program, you will receive a temporary
advisor. You will then be assigned a permanent advisor. More
information is located in the Student Handbook.
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Course Enrollment Questions
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When I try to enroll online, it says the class is
“blocked” – what is this?
Some courses (e.g. practicum) require students to register
for them by signing up with the instructor or the secretary. The
courses and the process outlined in the Student Handbook.
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If is not one of this courses, the class is most likely full and you will
need to contact the instructor to determine if there is space available.
Are classes offered in a certain order and only offered
during specific semesters?
Some courses require students to take them in a specific
pattern called core courses. Yes some courses are only offered in specific
semesters. Please refer to the Student handbook for more information.
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Practicum and Internship Questions
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Where might I go for practicum and internship and how is this
determined?
Information on practicum and internship can be found in the handbook.
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Graduation Questions
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What is candidacy? When am I required to apply for this?
Candidacy is an agreement between you and the university
that states the courses that you agree to take to get a degree. We
expect that students complete this after discussing it with their advisors
and it should be done before the last 16 credit hours are complete. A form
can be obtained from the Graduate Schools website. Students should use
the Candidacy for listed for "Master of Arts, Master of Music Education,
Master of Science in Nursing, and Master of Business Administration"
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Certification and Licensure Questions
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What are the requirements for provisional school
certification?
DESE requires specific courses to obtain a provisional
certificate. These are outlined in the Student Handbook.
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Other Questions
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Who do I contact with general questions concerning the
program?
Current students should speak with their individual academic
advisors regarding questions about their program. Prospective students
should speak to the Coordinator of the program they are interested in or the
Counseling Coordinator. See the faculty page.
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