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Counselor Education<\/h1>\n

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Prospective Counselor Ed Students<\/h2>\n

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Explore CACREP<\/a> accredited programs at the University of Florida, where our Counselor Education program has been a pillar of the UF College of Education for over 70 years. Positioned within the dynamic <\/span>School of Human Development and Organizational Studies in Education (HDOSE)<\/span><\/a>, our program has evolved to focus solely on preparing students through rigorous counselor education tailored for impactful careers in counseling and academia.<\/span><\/p>\n

If you have questions or would like to learn more about\u00a0CACREP accredited programs at the University of Florida, <\/span>be sure to<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>contact us<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

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On-Campus Ph.D.<\/h3>\n

Doctorate Program<\/em><\/p>\n

Designed for those seeking advanced roles in academia or advanced clinical and administrative positions, our doctoral program builds on a foundation of clinical experience and a master’s degree in counseling or a related field. This comprehensive program includes coursework, a doctoral clinical practicum, and a counselor education internship focused on research, writing, teaching, and supervision. Students also conduct research and complete a dissertation.<\/p>\n

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Entry: <\/span>Every Fall<\/span>
Requirements: <\/span>Master’s degree in a relevant field<\/span>
Typical Course Load: <\/span>9 credits per semester<\/span>
Full-Time\/Part-Time: <\/span>Full-time <\/span>
Application Deadline: <\/span>November 15 (domestic students)<\/span>
Program Completion: <\/span>3\u00a0years<\/span><\/p>\n

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On-Campus M.Ed.\/ Ed.S.<\/h3>\n

Master’s Program<\/em><\/p>\n

Our entry-level program requires a minimum of 72 credit hours, culminating in the Master of Education (M.Ed.) and Education Specialist (Ed.S.) degrees. For those aiming to deepen their research expertise, choosing to complete a master’s thesis will lead to a Master of Arts in Education (M.A.E.) degree. This robust program prepares you to enter the counseling profession and pursue licensure and encourages you to explore and develop your own theoretical framework in counseling.<\/p>\n

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Entry: <\/span>Every Fall
Typical Course Load: <\/span>12 credits per semester<\/span>
Full-Time\/Part-Time: <\/span>Full-time or part-time<\/span>
Application Deadline: <\/span>November 15 (domestic students)<\/span>
Program Completion: <\/span>2.5 years<\/span><\/p>\n

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Resources<\/h2>\n

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Scholarships<\/h3>\n

The UF College of Education awards over 150 scholarships annually through a single application process managed by EduGator Central. All current and prospective students are eligible to apply. Scholarship details and disbursements vary, with funds typically allocated each Fall semester.<\/p>\n

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Couple and Family Clinic<\/h3>\n

The UF Couple and Family Clinic is part of the UF Counselor Education\u2019s professional training program. It is staffed by UF faculty, doctoral students and advanced counseling students specializing in couples and family therapy. The clinic\u2019s services are free of cost and open to all.py.<\/p>\n

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Other Resources<\/h3>\n

We\u2019ve put together a list of resources for prospective and current students designed to support your academic and professional journey.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Counselor Education Student Handbook<\/h4>\n

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