Professional Counseling, MPhilEd
The M.Phil.Ed. prepares students to become Certified School Counselors and/or Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs). The M.Phil.Ed. in Professional Counseling program emphasizes supervised counseling and clinical skills development for addressing the emotional and behavioral health challenges facing individuals and groups in a wide range of settings, including schools, neighborhoods, and larger communities. This program involves two years of advanced study in the mastery of professional counseling, clinical assessment, and consultation services. Graduates of the program can either launch their careers as licensed professional counselors after completing post-graduate requirements or go on to pursue doctoral studies.
For more information: https://www.gse.upenn.edu/academics/programs/professional-counseling-masters
Curriculum
A total of 20 course units are required for the M.Phil.Ed.
| Code | Title | Course Units |
|---|---|---|
| EDUC 6558 | Diagnosis and Psychopathology | 1 |
| EDUC 6586 | Counseling Interventions | 1 |
| EDUC 6587 | Counseling Ethics & Professional Principles | 1 |
| EDUC 6588 | Counseling Practicum | 1 |
| EDUC 5560 | Human Development | 1 |
| EDUC 6563 | Sociocultural Foundations in Counseling & Human Development | 1 |
| EDUC 6588 | Counseling Practicum | 1 |
| EDUC 6513 | Group Counseling | 1 |
| EDUC 6585 | Career Counseling and Development | 1 |
| EDUC 6667 | Introductory Statistics for Educational Research | 1 |
| Select 2 electives offered by GSE's Human Development department 1 | 2 | |
| EDUC 6503 | Wellness and Addictions Counseling | 1 |
| EDUC 7517 | Professional Internship in Counseling I | 1 |
| EDUC 7525 | Advanced Professional Practice in Communities, Agencies and Organizations | 1 |
| EDUC 7566 | Advanced Professional Counseling Interventions | 1 |
| EDUC 5585 | Advanced Group and Family Counseling | 1 |
| EDUC 7518 | Professional Internship in Counseling II | 1 |
| EDUC 7582 | Assessment for Counselors I | 1 |
| EDUC 7550 | Trauma & Counseling | 1 |
| Total Course Units | 20 | |
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School Counseling Certification Track Requirement students must take EDUC 5553 Foundations of Education for Diverse Learners as 1 of the 2 electives.
Required Milestones
Comprehensive Examination (or Portfolio or Thesis)
Master’s degree candidates must demonstrate thorough knowledge of the field of specialization by passing a comprehensive examination in their area of study. The examination/portfolio/thesis serves an educational and evaluative purpose through which students are expected to review and integrate what they have learned in their coursework and fieldwork. Comprehensive formats vary.
The degree and major requirements displayed are intended as a guide for students entering in the Fall of 2026 and later. Students should consult with their academic program regarding final certifications and requirements for graduation.