Program Overview
The School Counseling Teacher Preparation at Salem State University is a MEd programme in Psychology, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of psychology. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the School Counseling Teacher Preparation programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 5.5
- Tuition: USD 490 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 400 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
- Location: Salem, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the School Counseling Teacher Preparation programme are prepared for diverse careers in psychology:
- Clinical Psychologist
- Organisational Psychologist
- Researcher
- Counsellor
- Human Resources Specialist
- Behaviour Analyst
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Advanced Educational Psychology\xa0or
- Psychology of Learning
- Advanced Foundations of Education\xa0or
- Philosophical Foundations of Psychology
- Educational Research Across the Curriculum
- Administration of Guidance and Counseling Services
- Career Education and Development: Information, Planning and Placement
- Counseling Theory and Practice I
- Counseling Theory and Practice II
- Principles of Psychological Testing
- Group Counseling\xa0or
- The Psychology of Small Group Leadership
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 3 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
- $50\xc2\xa0non-refundable application fee\xc2\xa0
- Official transcript or transcript evaluation.
- The License Only - School Counseling program requires a transcript showing a master\'s degree in counseling or psychology from an accredited institution.
- The License Only - School Adjustment Counseling program requires an M.Ed. in School Counseling from Salem State.
- Three\xc2\xa0references
- Statement of purpose
- TOEFL or IELTS scores, if applicable
- Passing scores on the Communication and Literacy MTEL, both the reading and writing subtest
- If you have an educator license, submit a copy
English Proficiency: IELTS 5.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 490 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 400 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 490 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 400 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 5.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Salem State University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Salem State University
Salem State University
Salem, United States
Salem State University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Start Date 2018-01-08
- Language English
- Duration 2 year(s)