Master of Education in School Counselling

The University of Alberta Master's Program in School Counselling is designed for full-time teachers employed in Edmonton and surrounding area schools (i.e. within commuting distance to Edmonton) who have been identified by their Principals as strong candidates for expanding their professional development to take on school counselling roles. It is a 26 month, 36 credit hour, part-time degree program that coincides with teachers' work schedules, with a requirement of completion of a final capstone project. Course instruction occurs on alternate Saturdays during the months of September to April, followed by 6 consecutive weeks of course work each year on-site at the University during the summer months when school is out. The courses are delivered through the university, whereas the practicum training and supervision is offered through teachers' schools of employment or other schools in their local districts.

The program prepares teachers to implement individual, group, and class/school-based interventions to: (a) promote students' personal and social development, (b) enhance students' academic achievement, (c) facilitate students' career decision-making, (d) engage in school-based crisis management, (e) coordinate linkages between families, the school and the community, and (f) identify students at risk for program development or referral purposes.

Curriculum Vitae (Resume) Current CV is required when applying for admission.
Statement of Intent (2 pages) The main purpose of the statement of intent is for you to outline your research or interests and goals. Secondly, include a personal statement that briefly outlines why you want to go to graduate school, your academic career so far, and your tentative career plans. You may also include any additional information that you feel would be helpful to the Admissions Committee.
Transcripts (from all post-secondary institutions attended) You are required to scan and upload each page (front and back) of your transcript(s)
Three Letters of Reference Please provide the system with electronic addresses of your 3 referees. The system will then send an electronic invitation to each referee requesting a letter of reference that they will upload only after the applicant has submitted their application.
Proof of English Language Proficiency Students whose previous baccalaureate academic work was done in a language other than English must provide proof of proficiency in the English language. Applicants to TESL must provide proof of proficiency in both written and spoken English.
TOEFL score of 580 paper-based, OR
TOEFL score of 237 computer-based, OR
TOEFL score of 93 Internet-based (IBT), with a score of at least 24 on speaking and writing, and 21 on reading and listening (ITP not accepted), OR
IELTS Academic score of 7 with no band less than 6.5, OR