The College of Education offers teacher education programs that lead to certification as well as non--certification programs in graduate study. Offerings reflect a flexible program of current curricula, educational plans, and requirements, which may be altered as warranted by changes in the professions and accrediting agencies. As regulating agencies (e.g., Alabama State Department of Education, NCATE, CACREP, and CORE) modify standards and expectations, programs may be modified during a candidate’s period of study. At such time, candidates may be subject to revised program or certification requirements. The purpose of all College of Education graduate programs is to develop innovative, informed, reflective decision makers.
MASTER OF SCIENCE (M.S.)
COUNSELING AND PSYCHOLOGY PROGRAMS
MASTER OF SCIENCE (M.S.) COUNSELING AND PSYCHOLOGY
The Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Community Counseling, and School Counseling Programs offered at the Phenix City campus, and the Community Counseling and School Counseling programs at the Troy and Montgomery campuses are accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP).
**The Rehabilitation Counseling Program offered at the Troy campus is accredited by the Council on Rehabilitation Education (CORE).
***The School Counseling and School Psychometry programs are approved by the Alabama State Department of Education and lead to Alabama Class A certification.
Troy Global Campus of Education students must meet all specialized accreditation requirements to be classified as graduates of specialized accredited programs (NCATE, CACREP, and CORE). Up to 12 hours of course work completed at a site/ university without the appropriate specialized accreditation may be considered for application toward program completion. See Transfer Credit Section for additional information.
Counseling and Psychology Mission Statement
The mission of the Department of Counseling and Psychology is to educate and train counseling and psychology professionals by utilizing the highest external standards set by state and national licensing/certifying boards. Highly qualified faculty design and deliver counseling and psychology programs through a wide range of instructional modalities. The counseling and psychology degree programs provide graduate education at regional and national locations. The program seeks qualified students from diverse populations.
NOTE: For specialized accreditation purposes, each Troy University site has mission statements and program objectives to complement the University’s Counseling and Psychology mission statement and objectives.
Counseling and Psychology Admission Policy
In addition to meeting graduate school admissions requirements, the student is required to have the following:
- Three specified reference forms/letters to include one from the applicant’s undergraduate adviser, department chair or dean, most recent employer, and a person chosen by the applicant. If the applicant is unable to obtain references regarding educational or employment history, selected individuals may be approved by the Graduate Counseling Admissions Committee. These references must attest to the applicant’s potential in forming effective interpersonal relationships, aptitude for graduate study, appropriate vocational goals relevant to the program, and personal and professional self-development as well as other relevant information to be determined by the program faculty.
- A résumé that includes personal information and professional portfolio regarding topics such as, but not limited to, educational and work history, personal and professional goals, professional affiliations, awards, articles, and references.
- Individual and/or group interviews conducted by members of the program faculty to assess the following topics: appropriateness of academic history, work history, potential success in forming effective interpersonal relationships in individual and group contexts, vocational goals and objectives and their relevance to the program, each applicant’s openness to self-examination, personal and professional self-development, and other factors deemed relevant by the program faculty regarding successful performance as a graduate student and as a counselor.
- Evidence of academic skills deemed essential by the program faculty to include, but not limited to, written and oral communication, comprehension and critical analysis of professional literature, basic use of the library, Internet, and other information systems, and competence in statistics and relevant mathematics.
- Approval of the Graduate Counseling Admissions Committee for the department within the parameters established by the College of Education and the Graduate Council.
For conditionally admitted students, a Plan for Proving Graduate Status (PPGS) shall be developed during the student’s first semester/term of enrollment. The PPGS may include
- specific undergraduate or graduate courses as prerequisites,
- retaking entrance exams, and
- proficiency examinations and/or work samples, papers, projects or other measures of performance.
The required level of performance for the PPGS shall be communicated to the student in writing with a designated completion deadline. Students who are conditionally admitted may take for graduate credit only courses that are approved in the PPGS. Conditionally admitted students must complete all requirements specified in the PPGS and maintain a grade of “B” or better on each course attempted within the first nine hours of graduate work.
Those students who do not meet the requirements described in item four above (evidence of academic skills) but who meet all other requirements for unconditional or conditional admission shall also develop a PPGS. These students may be admitted conditionally subject to the requirements and time period specified in the PPGS. Such students must also complete all requirements specified in the PPGS and maintain a 3.0 (4.0) scale grade point average on each course attempted within the first nine hours of graduate work.
Students must complete all admission requirements prior to registering for any graduate courses. However, those students who are required to develop a PPGS due to deficiencies in academic skills may have additional time as specified in the PPGS to remediate those deficiencies. If the student fails to meet all admission requirements within the time specified in the PPGS, the student will be withdrawn from classes with no credit.
Counseling and Psychology Program Guidelines
- Required Hours
Students enrolled in programs in Counseling and Psychology must complete 60% of required hours (excluding internship and/or practicum) at the site where internship and/or practicum are completed. (Required hours to be completed at internship/ practicum location 60 hour program—10 courses; 48 hour programs-8 courses; 36 hour program-7 courses) Students should see their academic adviser for specific requirements.
- Internships/Practicum
Students are required to complete supervised internship and practicum courses at the same campus.
- Comprehensive Examination
Students must pass a written comprehensive examination for completion of counseling and psychology programs.
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Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Location: Phenix City, Florida, Western
Mission Statement
The Clinical Mental Health Program is designed to train mental health counselors. This 60-semester hour program has been tailored to meet educational standards for state licensure and national counseling credentials.
The program is designed to provide students with knowledge of theory, application of counseling skills to various agency populations, knowledge of both normal and pathological development and behavior, and expertise in treatment planning.
Objectives for Clinical Mental Health Counseling
The Clinical Mental Health Counseling Program seeks to prepare graduates who have achieved the following:
- An in-depth knowledge of professional ethics, including an understanding of ethical issues and applications
- An active professional identity as evidenced by participating in professional associations, such as the American Counseling Association
- A strong knowledge base regarding counseling facilitation skills, theories, and techniques
- An understanding of human development, both normal and abnormal
- Culturally sensitive skills to ensure the ability to work with diverse populations
- An understanding of career development and related life factors
- An understanding of theoretical and experiential concepts of group work
- An understanding of individual and group approaches to assessment and evaluations
- An understanding of research methods, statistical analysis, needs assessment, and program evaluation
Clinical Mental Health Counseling
60 Semester Hours
| Required Courses |
| CP 6600 |
3 |
Professional Orientation & Ethics |
| CP 6642 |
3 |
Group Dynamics and Counseling |
| CP 6649 |
3 |
Theories of Counseling |
| CP 6691 |
3 |
Research Methodology |
| PSY 6645 |
3 |
Evaluation and Assessment of the
Individual |
| PSY 6635 |
3 |
Vocational Psychology and Career
Development |
| CP 6601 |
3 |
Legal, Ethical, and Professional
Standards |
| CP 6610 |
3 |
Facilitation Skills and Counseling
Techniques |
| CP 6650 |
3 |
Practicum (100 hours) |
| CP 6651 |
3 |
Counseling Diverse Populations |
| CP 6656 |
3 |
Marriage, Family and Sex Therapy
Counseling |
| |
|
|
| Select one: |
| *CP 6605 |
3 |
Foundations of Mental Health Counseling
(Required at Phenix City and Holloman AFB) |
| or |
| *CP 6644 |
3 |
Community Counseling Services
(Required at Florida only) |
| CP 6659 |
3 |
Internship: Mental Health (300 hours) |
| CP 6660 |
3 |
Internship: Mental Health (300 hours) |
| CP 6661 |
3 |
Internship: Mental Health (300 hours) |
| PSY 6648 |
3 |
Theories of Personality |
| PSY 6668 |
3 |
Human Lifespan and Development |
| PSY 6669 |
3 |
Behavior Pathology |
| PSY 6670 |
3 |
Diagnosis and Treatment Planning |
| |
|
|
| Select one: |
|
|
| *CP 6634 |
3 |
Drug Education, Prevention, and |
| or |
|
Intervention (Required in Florida only) |
| Adviser-approved elective |
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Community Counseling
48 Semester Hours
Location: Dothan, Montgomery, Phenix City, Troy, Augusta,
Holloman AFB
Mission Statement
The Community Counseling Program is designed to train competent community and agency counselors. This 48-semesterhour program has been tailored to meet educational standards for state licensure and national counseling credentials.
The program is designed to provide students with knowledge of theory, application of counseling skills to various agency populations, knowledge of both normal and pathological development and behavior, and expertise in treatment planning.
Objectives for Community Counseling
- To develop knowledge of the foundations of the counseling profession to include history, current trends/ issues, roles, functions, professional identity, leadership/ advocacy and laws/legislation
- To develop knowledge and skills in technology as it is applied to psycho-educational presentations and general counseling, as well as understanding the limitation of technology as it applies to counseling
- To develop sensitivity and skill in providing counseling services to diverse cultural populations
- To develop knowledge and skill in research to include the capacity for being a consumer of research data, and the ability to contribute to program evaluation
- To develop sound clinical and ethical judgment and skills
- To develop knowledge and skill in consultation and cooperation with other counseling agencies and professionals
- To promote counselor accountability and professional credibility
- To demonstrate psychological health and the ability to use high levels of self-awareness
Community Counseling
48 Semester Hours
| Required Courses |
| CP 6600 |
3 |
Professional Orientation and Ethics |
| CP 6642 |
3 |
Group Dynamics and Counseling |
| CP 6649 |
3 |
Theories of Counseling |
| CP 6691 |
3 |
Research Methodology |
| PSY 6645 |
3 |
Evaluation and Assessment of the Individual |
| PSY 6635 |
3 |
Vocational Psychology and Career
Development |
| CP 6610 |
3 |
Facilitation Skills and Counseling
Techniques |
| CP 6650 |
3 |
Practicum (100 hours) |
| CP 6651 |
3 |
Counseling Diverse Populations |
| CP 6656 |
3 |
Marriage, Family, and Sex Therapy
Counseling |
| CP 6662 |
3 |
Internship: Community Counseling
(300 hours) |
| CP 6663 |
3 |
Internship: Community Counseling
(300 hours) |
| PSY 6668 |
3 |
Human Lifespan and Development |
| PSY 6669 |
3 |
Behavior Pathology |
| PSY 6670 |
3 |
Diagnosis and Treatment Planning |
| |
|
|
| Select one: |
| CP 6644 |
3 |
Community Counseling Services |
| OR |
|
|
| Adviser-Approved Elective |
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Corrections Counseling
48 Semester Hours
Location: Dothan
Mission Statement
The Corrections Counseling Program is designed to train corrections counselors. This 48-semester-hour program has been tailored to meet educational standards for state licensure and national counseling credentials.
The program is designed to provide students with adequate knowledge of theory, application of counseling skills particularly as it relates to corrections counseling, knowledge of both normal and pathological development and behavior, and expertise in treatment planning.
Objectives for Corrections Counseling
- Develop knowledge of the foundations of the counseling profession to include history, current trends/issues, roles, functions, and professional identity. The program is designed to provide students with adequate knowledge of theory, application of counseling skills particularly as it relates to corrections counseling.
- To provide didactic and experiential training that enables graduates to obtain entry-level positions within the criminal justice system.
- To develop knowledge and skills in technology as it is applied to psycho-educational presentations and general counseling, as well as understanding the limitation of technology as it applies to counseling.
- To develop sensitivity and skill in providing counseling services to diverse cultural populations.
- To develop knowledge and skill in research to include the capacity for being a consumer of research data, and the ability to contribute to program evaluation.
- To develop sound clinical and ethical judgment and skills.
- To develop knowledge and skill in consultation and cooperation with other counseling agencies and professionals.
- To promote counselor accountability and professional credibility.
- To demonstrate psychological health and the ability to use high levels of self–awareness.
| Required Courses: |
| CP 6600 |
3 |
Professional Orientation and Ethics |
| CP 6610 |
3 |
Facilitation Skills and Techniques |
| CP 6649 |
3 |
Theories of Counseling |
| CP 6642 |
3 |
Group Dynamics and Counseling |
| PSY 6669 |
3 |
Behavior Pathology |
| PSY 6645 |
3 |
Evaluation and Assessment of the Individual |
| CP 6691 |
3 |
Research Methodology |
| CP 6651 |
3 |
Counseling Diverse Populations |
| PSY 6635 |
3 |
Vocational Psychology and Career Development |
| PSY 6668 |
3 |
Human Lifespan and Development |
| CP 6650 |
3 |
Practicum (100 hours) |
| CP 6662 |
3 |
Internship Community Counseling (300 hours) |
| CP 6663 |
3 |
Internship Community Counseling (300 hours) |
| Select three specialty courses: |
| CJ 5571 |
3 |
Probation, Pardons, and Parole |
| CJ 6621 |
3 |
Current Issues in Corrections |
| CJ 6635 |
3 |
Community Based Corrections/Correctional
Systems |
| CJ 6638 |
3 |
Seminar in Civil Liberties Related to
Corrections |
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Rehabilitation Counseling
48 Semester Hours
Location: Dothan, Montgomery, Phenix City, Troy
Mission Statement
The mission of the Troy University Rehabilitation Counseling program is to prepare rehabilitation counselors to provide rehabilitation services designed to assist individuals with disabilities to achieve their maximum potential. In addition, services will be provided to rehabilitation agencies and programs, and research related to rehabilitation will be pursued. The Troy University program leads to a Master of Science degree with a specialty in Rehabilitation Counseling. Students may choose an emphasis area in either hearing or visual impairment. Upon graduation, students will have the basic foundational knowledge, skill and experiences necessary to enter the profession of rehabilitation counseling and practice as rehabilitation counselors.
Objectives for Rehabilitation Counseling
To prepare master’s-level rehabilitation counselors who
- understand and follow the Code of Professional Ethics for Rehabilitation Counselors;
- know the laws that affect individuals with disabilities and are able to advocate for the rights of those individuals;
- understand the concept of choice, self-advocacy and self-determination, and promote these concepts throughout the rehabilitation process;
- value the worth and dignity of all individuals and view individuals with disabilities as equal partners in the rehabilitation process;
- demonstrate the ability to practice counseling techniques, job placement skills, and career strategies that will assist individuals with disabilities to develop the skills and competencies they need to function effectively in society; and
- know the technology and accommodations that are available to provide individuals with disabilities access to work, leisure, and school activities.
To continuously update the Rehabilitation Counseling Specialty by
- encouraging communication, feedback, and evaluation between faculty, students, and community resources to promote quality programmatic improvement;
- providing a balanced curriculum of knowledge and skill development that is consistent with the requirements of the Council on Rehabilitation Education (CORE);
- promoting research by students and faculty in the area of rehabilitation counseling; and
- promoting participation in local, state and national professional rehabilitation and counseling associations.
| Required Courses |
| CP 6600 |
3 |
Professional Orientation and Ethics |
| CP 6610 |
3 |
Facilitation Skills and Techniques |
| CP 6649 |
3 |
Theories of Counseling |
| PSY 6645 |
3 |
Evaluation and Assessment of the Individual |
| CP 6691 |
3 |
Research Methodology |
| CP 6651 |
3 |
Counseling Diverse Populations |
| PSY 6635 |
3 |
Vocational Psychology and Career
Development |
| PSY 6668 |
3 |
Human Lifespan and Development |
| CP 6650 |
3 |
Practicum (100 hours) |
| CP 6670 |
3 |
Internship: Rehabilitation Counseling
(300 hours) |
| CP 6671 |
3 |
Internship: Rehabilitation Counseling
(300 hours) |
| PSY 6688 |
3 |
Medical/Psychosocial Aspects of Disability |
| CP 6652 |
3 |
Rehabilitation Delivery and Process |
| CP 6686 |
3 |
Job Development and Placement |
| CP 6642 |
3 |
Group Dynamics and Counseling |
| |
|
|
| Select one of the following courses (adviser approval required): |
| PSY 6664 |
3 |
Assessment of Disabling Conditions |
| CP 6687 |
3 |
Placement of Special Disability Groups |
| CP 6680 |
3 |
Seminar: Counseling Approaches to Working
with Hearing Impairment |
| CP 6681 |
3 |
Seminar: Counseling Approaches to Working
with Visual Impairment |
| Adviser-Approved Elective in Rehabilitation Counseling |
NOTE: Students entering the rehabilitation counseling specialty graduate degree program with an undergraduate degree in rehabilitation may have the option to take two electives in lieu of two required rehabilitation courses. The electives must be approved by the academic adviser and department chair.
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School Counseling
48 Semester Hours
Location: Dothan, Montgomery, Phenix City, Troy
Mission Statement
The School Counseling Program is designed to train certified teachers as school counselors. The program meets Alabama State Department of Education guidelines for school counselor certification. The curriculum is designed to train school counselors in the knowledge of theory, application of counseling skills in working with P-12 grade level students, knowledge of program development and implementation of comprehensive guidance programs, development of professional and personal dispositions, advocacy of children and adolescents, and development of public school educators to become professional school counselors.
Objectives for School Counseling
- To develop knowledge of the foundations of school counseling to include history, current trends/issues, role, functions, professional identity, leadership/advocacy strategies and laws/legislation
- To develop skills in technology as applied to school counseling
- To develop sensitivity to provide counseling to diverse school populations
- To develop skills in comprehensive guidance program development to include needs assessments, program development and program evaluation
- To develop skills related to assessment of students and interpretation of assessment results to administrators, parents and students
- To develop skills in counseling to include individual, group and classroom guidance
- To develop skills in consultation to include working with community agencies, parents, teachers and other school personnel
- To develop knowledge and skills in conducting programs designed to enhance students’ academic, social, career and other developmental needs
Additional School Counseling Requirements
- Hold a valid teaching certificate in any field. Temporary, provisional, and other nonrenewable certifications are not acceptable.
- To complete certification requirements, students also must have two years of professional experience.
| Required Courses: |
| CP 6600 |
3 |
Professional Orientation and Ethics |
| CP 6610 |
3 |
Facilitation Skills and Techniques |
| CP 6642 |
3 |
Group Dynamics and Counseling |
| CP 6649 |
3 |
Theories of Counseling |
| CP 6691 |
3 |
Research Methodology |
| CP 6651 |
3 |
Counseling Diverse Populations |
| CP 6641 |
3 |
School Counseling Program Management |
| PSY 6606 |
3 |
Interventions for Children and Adolescents |
| PSY 6645 |
3 |
Evaluation and Assessment of the Individual |
| PSY 6668 |
3 |
Human Lifespan and Development |
| CP 6650 |
3 |
Practicum (100 hours) |
| CP 6657 |
3 |
Internship: School Counseling (300 hours) |
| CP 6658 |
3 |
Internship: School Counseling (300 hours) |
| PSY 6635 |
3 |
Vocational Psychology and Career
Development |
| |
|
|
| Select two (6 hours)*: |
| Option A |
| PSY 6653 |
3 |
Measurement and Evaluation |
| PSY 6659 |
3 |
Cognitive and Behavioral Interventions |
Option B
Adviser-Approved Electives
*Students who have not taken the survey of special education course are required to take that course.
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School Psychometry
36 Semester Hours
Location: Dothan, Montgomery
Mission Statement
The School Psychometry Program is designed to train school psychometrists. The 36-semester-hour program meets Alabama State Department of Education guidelines for school psychometry certification.
The program is designed to provide students with experiences in psychometrics and interventions. Additionally, it provides training in measurement, knowledge of normal and pathological development, consultation, and preventative strategies.
Objectives for School Psychometry
- To become informed decision makers, consultants, and facilitators for the education of children and the operation of schools
- To select, administer, score and interpret tests, and to communicate data in a wide variety of ways and to diverse populations
- To intervene directly through cognitive-behavioral and psychoeducational techniques, as well as early intervention and prevention programs
- To intervene directly through consultation, training, and program development in schools
Additional School Psychometry Requirements
- A valid teaching certificate in any field. Temporary, provisional, and other nonrenewable certifications are not acceptable.
- To complete certification requirements, students also must have two years of professional experience.
| Required Courses: |
| PSY 6636 |
3 |
Wechsler Scales |
| PSY 6637 |
3 |
Stanford Binet and Others |
| PSY 6645 |
3 |
Evaluation and Assessment of the Individual |
| PSY 6650 |
3 |
Practicum: Psychometry |
| PSY 6662 |
3 |
Internship: Psychometry |
| PSY 6668 |
3 |
Human Lifespan and Development |
| CP 6691 |
3 |
Research Methodology |
| |
|
|
| Select one from the following: |
| CP 6600 |
3 |
Professional Orientation and Ethics |
| CP 6610 |
3 |
Facilitation Skills and Counseling Techniques |
| CP 6649 |
3 |
Theories of Counseling |
| |
|
|
| Select one from the following: |
| PSY 5559 |
3 |
Applied Behavior Analysis |
| PSY 6659 |
3 |
Cognitive and Behavioral Interventions |
| |
|
|
| Select three from the following: |
| CP 6651 |
3 |
Counseling Diverse Populations |
| PSY 6606 |
3 |
Interventions for Children and Adolescents |
| PSY 6638 |
3 |
Philosophy of Cognitive Development |
| PSY 6653 |
3 |
Measurement and Evaluation |
| SPE 6640 |
3 |
Teaching Diverse Learners*
Students who have not completed a class in
Special Education (Diverse Learners) must
take this course as a requirement. |
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Social Services Counseling
36 Semester Hours
Location: Montgomery, Florida, Western
Mission Statement
The Social Services Counseling Program is designed to train social service providers. This 36-semester-hour program has been tailored to meet needs of individuals interested in providing social services in settings that do not require licensure.
The program is designed to provide students with knowledge of theory and application of counseling skills particularly as it relates to providing social services.
Note: This is a non-licensure/non-certification degree.
| Required Courses: |
| CP 6600 |
3 |
Professional Orientation and Ethics |
| CP 6642 |
3 |
Group Dynamics and Counseling |
| PSY 6645 |
3 |
Evaluation and Assessment of the Individual |
| CP 6649 |
3 |
Theories of Counseling |
| CP 6651 |
3 |
Counseling Diverse Populations |
| CP 6650 |
3 |
Practicum (100 hours) |
| CP 6691 |
3 |
Research Methodology |
| PSY 6635 |
3 |
Vocational Psychology and Career Development |
| CP 6610 |
3 |
Facilitation Skills and Counseling Techniques |
| PSY 6668 |
3 |
Human Lifespan and Development |
Adviser-Approved Elective 3
Adviser-Approved Elective 3
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Student Affairs Counseling
48 Semester Hours
Location: Troy
Mission Statement
The mission of the Troy University Student Affairs Counseling program is to prepare student affairs counselors to provide competent professional service in all areas of student services counseling at the post-secondary level. Upon graduation, students will have foundational knowledge of the theories of student development and of the characteristics, needs, and programs required to assist students in higher education. Students will also have the basic skills and experience in assessment, services, and administration of student affairs departments to enter the profession of Student Affairs Counseling.
Objectives for Student Affairs Counseling
- Develop knowledge of the foundations of the student affairs profession to include history, philosophy, current trends/ issues, functions, and legal and ethical considerations.
- Develop knowledge and sensitivity to provide counseling services to students from diverse populations.
- Develop knowledge and skills in conducting student affairs programs to provide the academic, social and career environments that promote student success.
- Develop skills related to assessment of students and the college environment and interpretation of assessment results to administrators, students and faculty.
- Develop skills in consultation to include working with faculty, professional staff, and student families in areas related to student development and welfare.
- Develop skills in technology as applied to student affairs services.
- Develop knowledge and skills of theories, models, and practices of leadership, organizational management, and program development.
| Required Courses: 30 Semester Hours |
| CP 6600 |
3 |
Professional Orientation and Ethics |
| CP 6610 |
3 |
Facilitation Skills and Counseling
Techniques |
| CP 6642 |
3 |
Group Dynamics and Counseling |
| CP 6649 |
3 |
Theories of Counseling |
| CP 6651 |
3 |
Counseling Diverse Populations |
| CP 6691 |
3 |
Research Methodology |
| PSY 6668 |
3 |
Human Lifespan Development |
| PSY 6645 |
3 |
Evaluation and Assessment of the Individual |
| PSY 6635 |
3 |
Vocational Psychology and Career
Development |
| CP 6650 |
3 |
Practicum (100 hours) |
| |
|
|
| Specialty Courses: 12 Semester Hours |
| CP 6636 |
3 |
Foundations of Student Affairs |
| CP 6637 |
3 |
Administration of Student Affairs Programs |
| CP 6638 |
3 |
Internship: Student Affairs (300 hours) |
| CP 6639 |
3 |
Internship: Student Affairs (300 hours) |
| Advisor Approved Electives 6 Semester Hours |
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Substance Abuse Counseling
48 Semester Hours
Location: Dothan, Montgomery
Mission Statement
The Substance Abuse Counseling Program is designed to train substance abuse counselors. This 48-semester-hour program has been tailored to meet educational standards for state licensure and national counseling credentials.
The program is designed to provide students with adequate knowledge of theory, application of counseling skills particularly as it relates to substance abuse counseling, knowledge of both normal and pathological development and behavior, and expertise in treatment planning.
Objectives for Substance Abuse Counseling
- To develop knowledge of the foundations of the counseling profession to include history, current trends/issues, roles, functions, and professional identity. The program is designed to provide students with adequate knowledge of theory, application of counseling skills particularly as it relates to substance abuse, knowledge of both normal and pathological development and behavior, and expertise in treatment planning.
- To develop knowledge of commonly abused drugs, the physiological and psychological implications related to substance abuse, drug abuse prevention and intervention.
- To develop knowledge and skills in technology as it is applied to psycho- educational presentations and general counseling, as well as understanding the limitation of technology as it applies to counseling.
- To develop sensitivity and skill in providing counseling services to diverse cultural populations.
- To develop knowledge and skill in research to include the capacity for being a consumer of research data, and the ability to contribute to program evaluation.
- To develop sound clinical and ethical judgment and skills.
- To develop knowledge and skill in consultation and cooperation with other counseling agencies and professionals.
- To promote counselor accountability and professional credibility.
- To demonstrate psychological health and the ability to use high levels of self awareness.
| Required Courses: |
| CP 6600 |
3 |
Professional Orientation and Ethics |
| CP 6610 |
3 |
Facilitation Skills and Counseling Techniques |
| CP 6649 |
3 |
Theories of Counseling |
| CP 6642 |
3 |
Group Dynamics and Counseling |
| PSY 6669 |
3 |
Behavior Pathology |
| PSY 6645 |
3 |
Evaluation and Assessment of the Individual |
| CP 6691 |
3 |
Research Methodology |
| CP 6651 |
3 |
Counseling Diverse Populations |
| PSY 6635 |
3 |
Vocational Psychology and Career
Development |
| PSY 6668 |
3 |
Human Lifespan and Development |
| CP 6650 |
3 |
Practicum (100 hours) |
| CP 6662 |
3 |
Internship Community Counseling
(300 hours) |
| CP 6663 |
3 |
Internship Community Counseling
(300 hours) |
| |
|
|
| Select three of the following: 9sh |
| PSY 5520 |
3 |
Physiological Dynamics of Alcohol and
Other Drugs |
| CP 6634 |
3 |
Drug Education, Prevention, and Intervention |
| CP 5535 |
3 |
Treatment of Addictive Family Diseases |
| CP 5536 |
3 |
Treatment Theories and Modalities of Addictive
Disease |
| CP 6602 |
3 |
Seminar in the Prevention/Treatment of
Chemical Dependency |
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MASTER OF SCIENCE
ADULT EDUCATION LOCATIONS OF PROGRAM
MASTER OF SCIENCE (M.S.) ADULT EDUCATION NON-CERTIFICATION PROGRAM
This is a non- certification program. Students holding this degree will not be recommended for any teacher/counselor/ administrator certificate or license.
Purpose
To prepare new entrants to the adult education field to become qualified professional practitioners in adult education.
Objectives
Based upon current and projected needs of Alabama’s workforce, this degree seeks to enable students to successfully develop diverse curricula and programs for adult education in public, private, and governmental environments.
This course of study will provide students with broad foundational elements of adult education, highlighting both theory and application.
Program of Study
30 semester hours
| Required Core Courses (12sh): |
| ADE 6600 |
3 |
Foundations of Adult Education |
| ADE 6630 |
3 |
Programs for Adult Education |
| ADE 6670 |
3 |
Psychological Foundations of the Adult
Learner |
| ADE 6691 |
3 |
Research Methodology |
| |
|
|
| Select one (3sh): |
| ADE 6680 |
3 |
Curriculum Development for Adult Education |
| ADE 6608 |
3 |
Curriculum Integration of Technology |
| |
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| Select three courses (9sh): |
| ADE 5560 |
3 |
Instructional Systems Development (ISD) |
| ADE 6605 |
3 |
Computer Based Instructional Technologies |
| ADE 6606 |
3 |
Current and Emerging Instructional Technologies |
| ADE 6653 |
3 |
Educational Evaluation |
| ADE 6674 |
3 |
Methods and Strategies for Teaching Adults |
| ADE 6694 |
3 |
Special Problems in Adult Education |
| |
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| Select two adviser-approved electives (6sh): |
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FOCUS OF STUDY
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MASTER OF SCIENCE (M.S.) POST SECONDARY EDUCATION NON-CERTIFICATION PROGRAM
This is a non- certification program. Students holding this degree will not be recommended for any teacher/counselor/ administrator certificate or license.
Note 1: The Master of Science in Post Secondary Education (MSPSE) replicates the old Master of Education (M.Ed.) degree. Students holding the Master of Education are not eligible for admission into the MSPSE program.
Note 2: The Master of Science in Post Secondary Education (MSPSE) replaces the old Master of Science in Foundations of Education (MSFE, on the Dothan Campus, Troy Campus, and Global Campus) and the Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT, on the Montgomery campus). Students holding the MSFE or MAT degree are not eligible for admission into the MSPSE program.
Purpose
The Master of Science in Post Secondary Education Program is designed to prepare new entrants to the field of post secondary education as professional practitioners in a selected area of study. Two options are available to students which include a core of required courses and the completion of an approved 18-semester-hour concentration.
- Option I is a 36-semester-hour program consisting of an 18- semester-hour core of required courses and a selected 18- semester-hour focus of study. Option I does not require a comprehensive examination. Students may select a thesis or a non-thesis track in Option I.
- Option II is a 30-semester-hour program consisting of a 12- semester-hour core of required courses and a selected 18- semester- hour concentration. Successful completion of a written comprehensive examination is required.
Objectives of the Post Secondary Education Program
- To demonstrate an understanding of the body of knowledge, research base, instructional techniques, and competencies related to the area of concentration
- To identify and develop alternative solutions to problems through evaluation, synthesis and application of knowledge, theories and concepts in the area of concentration
- To demonstrate knowledge of various models of education, and social and cultural influences on post secondary education
- To demonstrate an understanding of learning styles and their relationship to student achievement
Program of Study for Option I
36 Semester Hours
No Comprehensive Examination
| Required Core Courses: |
| PSE 6691 |
3 |
Research Methodology |
| PSE 6670 |
3 |
Psychological Foundations of the Adult
Learner |
| PSE 6660 |
3 |
Trends and Issues in Adult Education |
| |
|
|
| Select one: |
| PSE 6680 |
3 |
Curriculum Development for Adult Education |
| PSE 6608 |
3 |
Curriculum Integration of Technology |
| |
|
|
| Select Thesis Track or Non-Thesis Track: |
| PSE 6695 |
6 |
Thesis |
| or |
|
|
| PSE 6665 |
3 |
Field Project in Post Secondary Education |
| PSE 6699 |
3 |
Capstone in Post Secondary Education |
| Select an approved focus of study: 18 |
Program of Study Option II
30 Semester Hours
| Comprehensive Examination Required |
| Required Core Courses: |
| PSE 6691 |
3 |
Research Methodology |
| PSE 6670 |
3 |
Psychological Foundations of the
Adult Learner |
| PSE 6660 |
3 |
Trends and Issues in Adult Education |
| |
|
|
| Select one: |
| PSE 6680 |
3 |
Curriculum Development for Adult Education |
| PSE 6608 |
3 |
Curriculum Integration of Technology |
| Select an approved focus of study: 18 |
Concentrations
Students must select either Option I or Option II, complete the required core courses (either 18 or 12 semester hours), and successfully complete one of the approved concentrations listed below. Students interested in additional areas of graduate study must go through the College of Education for pre-approval. Academic advisement for the program and the required core is provided by the faculty in the College of Education. Advisement for the concentration areas is provided by the departmental faculty in the specific discipline.
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Adult Education Concentration
18 Semester Hours
Location: Atlantic, eCampus
| Select six courses for 18 semester hours: |
| ADE 5560 |
3 |
Instructional Systems Development |
| ADE 6600 |
3 |
Foundations of Adult Education |
| ADE 6606 |
3 |
Current and Emerging Instructional Technologies |
| ADE 6630 |
3 |
Programs for Adult Education |
| ADE 6653 |
3 |
Educational Evaluation |
| ADE 6674 |
3 |
Methods and Strategies for Teaching Adults |
| ADE 6696 |
3 |
Practicum in Adult Education |
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Biology Concentration
18 Semester Hours
Location: Dothan
This concentration area is open only to graduate students who have an undergraduate minor or its equivalent (18 semester hours) in the field of biology. Graduate students may not enroll in a 5000- numbered course if it duplicates the same course listed on an undergraduate transcript. At least three courses must be taken at the 6000 level.
An 18-semester-hour plan of study in biology must be developed by the student and the biology adviser and pre-approved by the dean of the College of Education or the dean’s designee.
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Criminal Justice Concentration
18 Semester Hours
Location: Atlantic, Troy, Southeast
| CJ 6610 |
3 |
Principles of Administration |
| CJ 6620 |
3 |
Current Trends in Criminal Law |
| CJ 6622 |
3 |
Seminar in the Administration of Justice |
| CJ 6624 |
3 |
Court Administration |
| CJ 6630 |
3 |
Juvenile Justice |
| CJ 6625 |
3 |
Specialized Study |
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English Concentration
18 Semester Hours
Location: Dothan, Montgomery, Troy, Southeast,
International
This concentration area is open only to graduate students who have an undergraduate minor or its equivalent (18 semester hours) in English. Graduate students may not enroll in a 5000-numbered course if it duplicates the same course listed on an undergraduate transcript. At least three courses must be taken at the 6000 level.
An 18-semester-hour plan of study in English must be developed by the student and the English adviser and pre-approved by the dean of the College of Education or the dean’s designee. The English adviser will determine if any prerequisite coursework is necessary.
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Foundations of Education Concentration
18 Semester Hours
Location: Atlantic, Florida, Western, Southeast, eCampus
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General Science Concentration
18 Semester Hours
Location: Dothan, Troy
This concentration area is open only to graduate students who have an undergraduate minor or its equivalent (18 semester hours) in the field of general science. Graduate students may not enroll in a 5000-numbered course if it duplicates the same course listed on an undergraduate transcript. At least three courses must be taken at the 6000 level.
An 18-semester-hour plan of study in general science must be developed by the student and the general science adviser and pre-approved by the dean of the College of Education or the dean’s designee. The general science adviser will determine if any prerequisite coursework is necessary in the areas of biology, chemistry, physics or environmental science. Courses must be selected from more than one of the disciplines.
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Higher Education Administration Concentration
18 Semester Hours
Location: Southeast, Western
| Select six courses for 18 semester hours: |
| HEA 6611 |
3 |
Organization and Administration of Higher
Education |
| HEA 6612 |
3 |
Community Junior College |
| HEA 6614 |
3 |
School Law |
| HEA 6635 |
3 |
Seminar on the American College Student |
| HEA 6660 |
3 |
Contemporary Issues in Higher Education |
| HEA 6690 |
3 |
Financing of Higher Education |
| HEA 6696 |
3 |
Practicum in Higher Education |
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History Concentration
18 Semester Hours
Location: Dothan, Montgomery, Troy, Southeast
This concentration area is open only to graduate students who have an undergraduate minor or its equivalent (18 semester hours) in history. Graduate students may not enroll in a 5000-numbered course if it duplicates the same course listed on an undergraduate transcript. At least three courses must be taken at the 6000 level.
An 18-semester-hour plan of study in history must be developed by the student and the history adviser and pre-approved by the dean of the College of Education or the dean’s designee. The history adviser will determine if any prerequisite coursework is necessary.
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Instructional Technology Concentration
18 Semester Hours
Location: Atlantic, Southeast, eCampus, Western
| Select six courses for 18 semester hours: |
| EDU 6605 |
3 |
Computer-Based Instructional Technologies |
| EDU 6606 |
3 |
Current and Emerging Instructional Technologies |
| EDU 6607 |
3 |
Curriculum Integration of Technology |
| EDU 6613 |
3 |
Principles of Instructional Design |
| EDU 6614 |
3 |
Advanced Instructional Design |
| EDU 6616 |
3 |
Distance Learning Strategies |
| EDU 6617 |
3 |
Graphic Design in Multimedia Instruction |
| EDU 6618 |
3 |
Advanced Multimedia Production |
| EDU 6625 |
3 |
Specialized Study in Area of Education |
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Mathematics Concentration
18 Semester Hours
Location: Dothan, Montgomery, Troy
This concentration area is open only to graduate students who have an undergraduate minor or its equivalent (18 semester hours) in mathematics. Graduate students may not enroll in a 5000- numbered course if it duplicates the same course listed on an undergraduate transcript. At least three courses must be taken at the 6000 level.
An 18-semester-hour plan of study in mathematics must be developed by the student and the mathematics adviser and pre-approved by the dean of the College of Education or the dean’s designee. The mathematics adviser will determine if any prerequisite coursework is necessary.
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Political Science Concentration
18 Semester Hours
Location: Montgomery
This concentration area is open only to graduate students who have an undergraduate minor or its equivalent (18 semester hours) in the area of political science. Graduate students may not enroll in a 5000-numbered course if it duplicates the same course listed on an undergraduate transcript. At least three courses must be taken at the 6000 level.
An 18-semester-hour plan of study in the area of political science must be developed by the student and the political science adviser and pre-approved by the dean of the College of Education or the dean’s designee. The political science adviser will determine if any prerequisite coursework is necessary.
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Psychology Concentration
18 Semester Hours
Location: Montgomery, Florida, Western, Southeast
This concentration area is open only to graduate students who have an undergraduate minor or its equivalent (18 semester hours) in psychology. Graduate students may not enroll in a 5000- numbered course if it duplicates the same course listed on an undergraduate transcript.
| PSY 5501 |
3 |
Psychological Tests and Measurement |
| PSY 6631 |
3 |
Psychological Foundations of Education |
| PSY 6635 |
3 |
Vocational Psychology and Career
Development |
| PSY 6648 |
3 |
Theories of Personality |
| PSY 6668 |
3 |
Human Lifespan and Development |
| PSY 6669 |
3 |
Behavior Pathology |
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Public Administration Concentration
18 Semester Hours
Location: Troy, Atlantic, Florida, Western
| PA 6610 |
3 |
Foundations of Public Administration |
| PA 6622 |
3 |
Public Policy Analysis |
| PA 6650 |
3 |
Governmental Budgeting |
| PA 6674 |
3 |
Ethics in Public Administration |
| |
|
|
| Select two of the following: |
| PA 6602 |
3 |
Quantitative Methods in Public Management |
| PA 6624 |
3 |
Public Human Resource Management |
| PA 6644 |
3 |
Administrative Law |
| PA 6646 |
3 |
Organizational Behavior |
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Social Science Concentration
18 Semester Hours
Location: Dothan, Southeast
This concentration area is open only to graduate students who have an undergraduate minor or its equivalent (18 semester hours) in the social sciences. Graduate students may not enroll in a 5000- numbered course if it duplicates the same course listed on an undergraduate transcript. At least three courses must be taken at the 6000 level.
An 18-semester-hour plan of study in social science must be developed by the student and the social science adviser and pre-approved by the Dean of the College of Education or the dean’s designee. The social science adviser will determine if any prerequisite coursework is necessary. Courses must be selected from more than one of the social science disciplines.
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Teaching English to Students of Other Languages (TESOL)
Concentration
18 Semester Hours
Location: Troy, International
| ENG 5568 |
3 |
Methods and Approaches in Second
Language Teaching |
| ENG 5569 |
3 |
Principles, Techniques and Materials in
Second Lang. Teaching |
| ENG 6660 |
3 |
Introduction to Applied Linguistics |
| ENG 6696 |
3 |
Practicum |
| ENG 6630 |
3 |
Survey of SLA for Second Language
Teachers |
| ENG 6631 |
3 |
Survey of Sociolinguistics for Second
Language Teachers |
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Focus of Study
This focus of study is only open to graduate students on the Troy campus.
An 18-semester-hour plan of study in music industry must be developed by the student and the music industry adviser and approved by the Dean of the College of Education. The music industry adviser will determine if any prerequisite coursework is necessary. Courses must be selected from the music industry courses provided below.
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Music Industry Focus of Study
18 Semester Hours
Location: Troy only campus
| MUI 6610 |
3 |
Marketing of Recorded Music |
| MUI 6612 |
3 |
Composition and Arranging for the
Music Industry |
| MUI 6614 |
3 |
Music Publishing |
| MUI 6616 |
3 |
Advanced Songwriting |
| MUI 6618 |
3 |
Advanced Music Technologies |
| MUI 6620 |
3 |
Studio Production Techniques |
| MUI 6622 |
3 |
Concert Production and Promotion |
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EDUCATION SPECIALIST (Ed.S.)
SIXTH-YEAR CERTIFICATION PROGRAM
FOR TEACHERS
EDUCATION SPECIALIST SIXTH-YEAR CERTIFICATION PROGRAM FOR TEACHERS
Purpose
All sixth-year certification programs are approved by the Alabama State Department of Education.
The purpose of the Education Specialist (Ed.S.) certification programs in teaching is to extend the expertise and further develop knowledge, competencies, and skills of professionals holding master’s level certification in the same teaching field in which the Class AA certification is sought. All coursework applied toward the Ed.S. degree program must be earned at the 6000 level or above, and no courses applied toward certification at the master’s level may be applied toward certification at the education specialist level. See the specific degree program for additional admission and degree completion requirements.
College of Education students must meet all specialized accreditation requirements to be classified as graduates of specialized accredited programs (NCATE). Up to 12 hours of course work completed at a site/university without the appropriate specialized accreditation may be considered for application toward program completion. See Transfer Credit section for additional information.
Certification in Alabama
Candidates completing an approved Education Specialist certification program are eligible to apply for the Alabama Class AA professional certificate, provided they meet the following:
- a grade point average of 3.25 on all education specialist coursework attempted
- a grade of “C” or better in all coursework which applies to certification
- a grade of “B” or better in the research requirements for the program
Any candidate who applies for a professional certificate is subject to all regulations set forth by the Alabama State Department of Education. These regulations may include a comprehensive background check, verification of appropriate experience, and prior certification specific to the certification sought. Additional requirements (e.g., standardized examinations to demonstrate content mastery) may be added as the Alabama State Board of Education and other accrediting agencies modify regulations. Candidates should consult their education adviser for details.
Only candidates properly admitted to an approved certification program and who successfully fulfill all program and certification requirements will be recommended for certification. The Certification Officer, appointed by the Dean of the College of Education, is the only Troy University official authorized to recommend candidates for certification in any state.
Certification in Other States
Other states may grant professional certification to candidates completing the Troy University Education Specialist program.
Some states may have additional requirements. Candidates seeking certification in other states should contact the appropriate State Department of Education.
Only candidates properly admitted to an approved certification program and who successfully fulfill all program and certification requirements will be recommended for certification. The Certification Officer, appointed by the Dean of the College of Education, is the only Troy University official authorized to recommend candidates for certification in any state.
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Early Childhood Education (Ed.S.)
Admission Requirements for Education Specialist Program for Teachers in Early Childhood Education
Admission to the Graduate School does not automatically constitute admission to the Education Specialist Program. All candidates must complete all requirements for the Alabama Class AA certification. All Ed.S. candidates must successfully complete a written comprehensive examination prior to program completion.
In addition to the Admission Requirements for Graduate School, candidates seeking the education specialist degree in a teacher education program must
- hold a masters degree from a regionally accredited college or university;
- hold valid master’s level certification in the same teaching field in which the Class AA certificate is sought;
- complete a special education course as a prerequisite if not previously completed; and
- be unconditionally admitted and complete all additional admission requirements identified in the specific program.
Early Childhood Education
36-39 Semester Hours
Location: Dothan
| Required Professional Core: |
| PSY 6693 |
3 |
Psychological and Educational Statistics |
| ECE 7790 |
3 |
Qualitative Research Methodology |
| ECE 7793 |
3 |
Problem Analysis in ECE |
| EDU 7709 |
3 |
Seminar in Decision-Making for Teachers
and Educational Administrators |
| EDU 7730 |
3 |
The Teacher Leader |
| EDU 7795 |
3-6 |
Thesis |
| |
|
|
*EDU 6611 Educational Technology in the Curriculum is required
if not previously taken.
*In addition to the required core, a survey course in special education
is required unless previously completed. |
| Teaching Field Courses: |
| Select four courses (12 semester hours) from the following: |
| ECE 6631 |
3 |
Historical Perspectives in ECE |
| ECE 6618 |
3 |
Designing Prosocial Learning Environments |
| ECE 6622 |
3 |
Parents as Partners in Education |
| ECE 6628 |
3 |
Inquiries into Literacy Acquisition |
| ECE 6630 |
3 |
Inquiries into Representation |
| ECE 6632 |
3 |
Authentic Assessment in the ECE Classroom |
| ECE 6633 |
3 |
Integrated Thematic Curriculum |
| ECE 6634 |
3 |
Inquiries into Logico-Mathematical Knowledge |
Select two Adviser-Approved Teaching Field Courses:
Select six additional hours of adviser-approved ECE courses or other adviser-approved courses related to the profession (e.g., EDU, ELE, SPE, RED). A candidate may not enroll in a 6000- level course if it duplicates the same course listed on the master’s transcript.
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Elementary Education (Ed.S.)
Admission Requirements for Education Specialist Program for Teachers in Elementary Education
In addition to the Admission requirements for the Troy University Graduate School and Education Specialist Program requirements, please see the following admission requirements prior to acceptance into the Education Specialist in Elementary Education program. Certification endorsement students shall not complete more than two pre-admission courses until all requirements for Program admission have been met:
- Evidence of a minimum of three years elementary-level teaching experience prior to acceptance into the program;
- Present a minimum entrance exam score of 372 on the verbal portion of the GRE and a 4.5 on the analytical writing score on the GRE.
- Individuals who have met all other requirements other than the 4.5 on the analytical portion of the GRE, but who have scored between a 4.0 and a 4.4 on the analytical writing portion may petition for an oral review for admission into the program.
(Students must successfully complete all program admission requirements not later than the completion of the semester prior to admittance to the program.) Procedures for Petitioning for an oral proficiency review are as follows:
- The education department, on those campuses which offer the degree program, will schedule and announce examination sessions each semester to assess candidates’ oral communication skills.
Oral communication proficiency interviews will be scheduled for individuals who have met all other requirements, other than the 4.5 on the analytical portion of the GRE, but who have scored between a 4.0 and a 4.4 on the analytical writing portion of the GRE.
Oral communication interviews will be scored by a panel of full-time Elementary faculty members. If the prospective student’s oral communication review score does not meet the required score of “proficient”, the prospective student will be contacted by phone and allowed one additional retake of the oral communication review within the same semester, or one additional retake of the oral communication review during a subsequent semester. Prospective students, who do not meet the required “proficient” score on the second interview must wait one full 16-week semester (or two full 8-week terms) before rescheduling the oral communication review.
- Candidates will receive formal notification concerning admittance to the Elementary Education Specialist program by mail within two to three weeks of the oral communication interview date.
- Students denied admission to the degree program, based on unsuccessful completion of the above admission requirements, will not be permitted to register for degree specific coursework beyond the two pre-admission courses until all requirements have been successfully met.
Elementary Education
36 Semester Hours
Location: Dothan, Phenix City
| Required Professional Core: |
| PSY 6693 |
3 |
Psychological and Educational Statistics |
| ELE 7790 |
3 |
Qualitative Research Methodology |
| ELE 7793 |
3 |
Problem Analysis in Elementary Education |
| EDU 7709 |
3 |
Seminar in Decision-Making for Teachers
and Educational Administrators |
| EDU 7730 |
3 |
The Teacher Leader |
| EDU 7795 |
3-6 |
Thesis |
*EDU 6611 Educational Technology in the Curriculum is required if not previously taken.
*In addition to the required core, a survey course in special education is required unless previously completed.
Teaching Field Courses:
Select 12 semester hours of adviser-approved ELE courses.
At least nine semester hours of teaching field courses must be at the 7000 level.
Select 3-6 additional hours of adviser-approved ELE courses or other adviser-approved courses related to the profession (e.g., EDU, ECE, SPE, RED).
A candidate may not enroll in a 6000-level course if it duplicates the same course listed on a graduate transcript.
All Sixth-year certification programs are approved by the Alabama State Department of Education.
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EDUCATION SPECIALIST (Ed.S.)
SIXTH-YEAR CERTIFICATION PROGRAMS IN
INSTRUCTIONAL SUPPORT AREAS
EDUCATION SPECIALIST SIXTH-YEAR CERTIFICATION PROGRAM IN INSTRUCTIONAL SUPPORT AREA
Purpose
The purpose of the Education Specialist (Ed.S.) certification programs in instructional support areas is to extend the expertise and further develop knowledge, competencies, and skills of professionals holding master’s level certification in school psychometry, school counseling, or educational administration. All coursework applied toward the Ed.S. degree program must be earned at the 6000 level or above, and no courses applied toward certification at the master’s level may be applied toward certification at the education specialist level. See the specific degree program for additional admission and degree completion requirements.
Troy Global Campus of Education students must meet all specialized accreditation requirements to be classified as graduates of specialized accredited programs (NCATE). Up to 12 hours of course work completed at a site/university without the appropriate specialized accreditation may be considered for application toward program completion. See Transfer Credit section for additional information.
Admission Requirements for Education Specialist Programs in Instructional Support Areas
Admission to the Graduate School does not automatically constitute admission to the Education Specialist Program. All candidates must complete all requirements for the Alabama Class AA certification. All Ed.S. candidates must successfully complete a written comprehensive examination prior to program completion.
In addition to the Admission Requirements for Graduate School, candidates seeking the education specialist degree in a teacher education program must
- hold a masters degree from a regionally accredited college or university,
- complete a special education course as a prerequisite if not previously completed, and (Not required for Community Counseling.)
- be unconditionally admitted and complete all additional admission requirements identified in the specific program,
- hold valid master’s level certification in the same instructional support area in which the Class AA certificate is sought, (not required for Community Counseling.)
Certification in Alabama
Candidates completing an approved Education Specialist certification program are eligible to apply for the Alabama Class AA professional certificate, provided they meet the following:
- a grade point average of 3.25 on all education specialist coursework attempted
- a grade of “C” or better in all coursework which applies to certification
- a grade of “B” or better in the research requirements for the program.
Any candidate who applied for a professional certificate is subject to all regulations set forth by the Alabama State Department of Education. These regulations may include a comprehensive background check, verification of appropriate experience, and prior certification specific to the certification sought. Additional requirements (e.g., standardized examinations to demonstrate content mastery) may be added as the Alabama State Board of Education and other accrediting agencies modify regulations. Candidates should consult their education adviser for details.
Only candidates properly admitted to an approved certification program and who successfully fulfill all program and certification requirements will be recommended for certification. The Certification Officer, appointed by the Dean of the College of Education, is the only Troy University official authorized to recommend candidates for certification in any state.
Certification in Other States
Other states may grant professional certification to candidates completing the Troy University Education Specialist program. Some states may have additional requirements. Candidates seeking certification in other states should contact the appropriate State Department of Education.
Only candidates properly admitted to an approved certification program and who successfully fulfill all program and certification requirements will be recommended for certification. The Certification Officer, appointed by the Dean of the College of Education, is the only Troy University official authorized to recommend candidates for certification in any state.
Ed.S Degree Sought |
Required Valid Class A (master’s level Certification) |
| Education Specialist in Instructional Leadership in Administration (Ed.S.ILA) |
Educational Administration |
| School Counseling |
School Counseling |
| School Psychology |
School Psychometry |
| Community Counseling |
None Required (non-certification Ed.S. program) |
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| Education Administration (Ed.S.) Certification Program |
| (Grades P-12) |
36 Semester Hours |
| Location: Dothan, Phenix City |
Additional admission requirements for the Education Specialist degree program in Educational Administration
In addition to the Admission Requirements for Graduate School, candidates seeking the education specialist degree in educational administration must hold the master’s professional educator certificate in educational administration.
In an effort to maintain the rigorous nature of the Educational Administration program, to stay in step with changes in the field of administration and to ensure that our candidates maximize the benefit from the program, Troy University strongly recommends that each candidate have completed at least one year of administrative experience in a public K-12 school prior to admission to the Ed. S. program.
| Required Courses: |
| EAL 7705 |
3 |
School Finance and Taxation |
| EAL 7746 |
3 |
Personnel Relations and Processes in
Educational Leadership |
| EAL 7791 |
3 |
Organizational and Administrative Behavior |
| EAL 7790 |
3 |
Trends, Issues and Policy Studies in
Educational Leadership |
| EAL 7793 |
3 |
Statistics |
| EAL 7714 |
3 |
School Law |
| EAL 7717 |
3 |
Mentoring Methods and Techniques |
| EAL 7794 |
3 |
Thesis: Field Problem Analysis |
| EAL 7795 |
3 |
Thesis: Problem Analysis Implementation |
| Note: A grade of “B” or better is required in this research course. |
| |
|
|
| Select one: 3 |
| EAL 7742 |
3 |
History of Educational Leadership |
| EAL 7758 |
3 |
Cultural Diversity |
| |
|
|
| Select two: 6 |
| EAL 7710 |
3 |
Supervision of Education |
| EAL 7701 |
3 |
Administration of Special Education |
| EAL 7735 |
3 |
Development and Operation of Educational
Plant Facilities |
| EAL 7725,7726,
7727 |
3 |
Specialized Topics in Educational Leadership |
| EAL 6610 |
3 |
Grant Writing and Fundraising |
* A survey course in special education is required unless previously completed.
All coursework applied toward the Ed.S. degree program must be earned at the 6000 level or above. At least 50% of the degree program must be earned at the 7000 level. Courses applied toward certification at the master’s level may not be applied toward certification at the education specialist level.
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School Counseling (Ed.S.) Certification Program
36 Semester Hours
Location: Dothan, Montgomery, Phenix City
Goals and Objectives
The goal of the Ed.S. School Counseling program is to strengthen and extend the students’ knowledge and skills developed at the Master’s level so that the students will
- become informed, reflective decision makers;
- understand the developmental, proactive, and preventive focus of counseling in the schools;
- facilitate academic, career, and personal-social development of K-12 students;
- provide interventions for learning and behavioral problems;
- work collaboratively with parents, school personnel, and with other agencies and organizations to facilitate student learning; and manage a comprehensive developmental counseling program.
| Required Courses: |
| CP 6656 |
3 |
Marriage, Family and Sex Therapy Counseling |
| CP 7700 |
3 |
Advanced Practicum in Group Leadership |
| CP 7702 |
3 |
Advanced Theories and Techniques of
Counseling |
| PSY 6669 |
3 |
Behavior Pathology |
| |
|
|
| Research Course (Select one- 3 hours) |
| PSY 6693 |
3 |
Psychological and Educational Statistics |
| EDU 6693 |
3 |
Quantitative Methods of Evaluation of
Teaching and Learning |
| EDU 7792 |
3 |
Advanced Research in Education |
| Note: A grade of “B” or better is required in this research course. |
| |
|
|
| Field Project or Thesis (3-6 hours) |
| CP 7794 |
3 |
Field Project |
| CP 7795,
7796 |
6 |
Thesis |
Electives 15 – 18*
* In addition to the required courses, a survey course in special education is required unless previously completed.
NOTE: All Education Specialist degree students must complete at least 18 semester hours of required coursework at the campus where the internship and/or practicum is supervised.
All coursework applied toward the Ed.S. degree program must be earned at the 6000 level or above. Courses applied toward certification at the master’s level may not be applied toward certification at the education specialist level.
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School Psychology (Ed. S.) Certification Program
33-36 Semester Hours
Location: Dothan
Initial certification for a school psychologist shall be at the sixth-year level. Criteria for admission to a school psychology program shall include at least baccalaureate-level professional educator certification in a teaching field and master’s-level professional educator certification as a school pyschometrist.
Goals and Objectives
The school psychology program provides broader experiences in psychometrics and interventions and, in addition, focuses on consultation, preventative strategies, training, program development, and program administration. The knowledge base expands the student’s exposure in learning measurement, behavior pathology, community psychology, multicultural influences, and organizational behavior. Models of service delivery are explored.
The objectives of the Ed. S. School Psychology Program are to strengthen and extend the master’s-level students’ knowledge and skills so that the students will
- become informed decision makers, consultants, and facilitators for the education of children and the operation of schools;
- select, administer, score and interpret tests, and communicate data in a wide variety of ways and to diverse populations;
- intervene directly through counseling, cognitive-behavioral, and psychoeducational techniques, as well as early intervention and preventive programs;
- intervene directly through consultation, training, and program development in schools and communities; and develop and to administer programs regarding the above.
| Required Courses: |
| PSY 6635 |
3 |
Vocational Psychology and Career Development |
| CP 6644 |
3 |
Community Counseling Services |
| CP 6651 |
3 |
Counseling Diverse Populations |
| PSY 6693 |
3 |
Psychological and Educational Statistics |
| PSY 6669 |
3 |
Behavior Pathology |
| PSY 7700 |
3 |
Professional School Psychology |
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| Select one: |
| PSY 6633 |
3 |
Advanced Psychology of Learning |
| PSY 6631 |
3 |
Psychological Foundations of Education |
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| Select one: |
| CP 6641 |
3 |
School Counseling and Program Management |
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| Adviser-Approved Course in Educational Leadership |
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| Select two (six hours of adviser-approved electives): |
| EDU 6605 |
3 |
Computer-Based Instructional Technology |
| CP 7702 |
3 |
Advanced Theories and Techniques of
Counseling |
| SPE 6630 |
3 |
Collaboration for Inclusion |
| SPE 6631 |
3 |
Legal Issues in Special Education |
| SPE 6632 |
3 |
Assessment and Individual Programming |
| PSY 7794 |
3 |
Field Project |
| PSY 7795 |
3 |
Thesis |
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| Internship |
| PSY 7753, 7754,
7755 |
3-6 |
Internship: School Psy |
| *a survey course in special education is required if not previously completed. |
All Education Specialist Degree students must complete at least 18 semester hours of required coursework at the campus where the internship and/or practicum is supervised.
All coursework applied toward the Ed.S. degree program must be earned at the 6000 level or above, and no courses applied toward certification at the master’s level may be applied toward certification at the education specialist level.
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Community Counseling (Ed.S.) Non-Certification Program
30 Semester Hours
Location: Montgomery
The Ed.S. in Community Counseling is restricted to students who hold a minimum 36-semester hour master’s degree in counseling. It is not a program which is approved by the Alabama State Department of Education as a certification program.
Goals
The Community Counseling program provides broader experiences in counseling. The knowledge base expands the student’s exposure to theories of counseling, group leadership, and specialized areas of study.
Objectives for Community Counseling Ed.S.
- To expand knowledge of the functions, roles, professional identity, current trends/issues, professional organizations, and professional identity
- To expand sensitivity and skill in providing counseling services to diverse cultural populations
- To expand knowledge and skill in research
- To expand knowledge of principles, theories, and practices of community interventions
- To expand knowledge related to the general principles and practices of etiology, diagnosis, treatment, referral, and prevention of mental and emotional disorders and dysfunctional behavior
- To expand the ability to apply sound clinical and ethical judgment and skills
- To demonstrate psychological health and the ability to use high levels of self-awareness
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