Full Description

The Addictions Counseling undergraduate certificate prepares students with all the requisite training hours for licensure eligibility as a chemical dependency counselor in Ohio, issued by the Ohio Chemical Dependency Professionals Board. The certificate supplements existing Kent State health and behavioral health degree programs, such as psychology, health education, and human development and family studies. The certificate also allows in-career professionals to specialize in addictions counseling (e.g., nurses, clergy, rehabilitation counselors, mental health therapists). Successful completion of the first course in the certificate provides students the opportunity to apply for the chemical dependency counselor assistant (CDCA) credential from the Ohio Chemical Dependency Professionals Board.

Course content includes theories and models of addiction and addictive behaviors; pharmacology (i.e., review of substances typically misused, as well as medications used to treat symptoms of substance use disorders); screening and diagnostic assessment of substance use and co-occurring disorders; case conceptualization and treatment planning using the American Society of Addiction Medicine criteria; evidence-based practices in addictions (e.g., motivational interviewing, contingency management); and legal and ethical considerations in addictions counseling.

Experiential training is infused throughout the curriculum (e.g., use of simulated clients) and culminates in a practicum in the field at an approved behavioral healthcare facility offering addictions services under the supervision of an approved licensed behavioral healthcare provider.

Professional Licensure Disclosure

This program is designed to prepare students to sit for applicable licensure or certification in Ohio. If you plan to pursue licensure or certification in a state other than Ohio, please review state educational requirements for licensure or certification and contact information for state licensing boards at Kent State's website for professional licensure disclosure.

Admission Requirements

The university affirmatively strives to provide educational opportunities and access to students with varied backgrounds, those with special talents and adult students who graduated from high school three or more years ago.

First-Year Students on the Kent Campus: First-year admission policy on the Kent Campus is selective. Admission decisions are based upon cumulative grade point average, strength of high school college preparatory curriculum and grade trends. Students not admissible to the Kent Campus may be administratively referred to one of the seven regional campuses to begin their college coursework. For more information, visit the admissions website for first-year students.

First-Year Students on the Regional Campuses: First-year admission to Kent State’s campuses at Ashtabula, East Liverpool, Geauga, Salem, Stark, Trumbull and Tuscarawas, as well as the Twinsburg Academic Center, is open to anyone with a high school diploma or its equivalent. For more information on admissions, contact the Regional Campuses admissions offices.

International Students: All international students must provide proof of English language proficiency unless they meet specific exceptions. For more information, visit the admissions website for international students.

Transfer Students: Students who have attended any other educational institution after graduating from high school must apply as undergraduate transfer students. For more information, visit the admissions website for transfer students.

Former Students: Former Kent State students or graduates who have not attended another college or university since Kent State may complete the reenrollment or reinstatement form on the University Registrar’s website.

Admission policies for undergraduate students may be found in the University Catalog.

Some programs may require that students meet certain requirements before progressing through the program. For programs with progression requirements, the information is shown on the Coursework tab.

Program Learning Outcomes

Graduates of this program will be able to:

1. Articulate comprehension of a range of models or theories of addiction and evidence-based practices in addictions counseling.
2. Demonstrate at least minimal competence in addictions-related services, including assessment, treatment planning, counseling session facilitation, and coordination of care.
3. Apply for licensure as chemical dependency counselors in Ohio.
4. Apply for the Alcohol and Drug Counselor (ADC) credential through the International Certification and Reciprocity Consortium (IC&RC).

Program Requirements

Graduation Requirements

• Students must complete a minimum 16 credit hours of certificate requirements at Kent State University.

• Delivery:
  • Fully online
  • Mostly online
  • In person
• Location:
  • Kent Campus
  • Trumbull Campus

Full Description

The Master of Education degree in School Counseling prepares students for employment as professional school counselors in K-12 schools. This program is designed to fulfill the educational requirements for licensure as a Licensed School Counselor in the state of Ohio.

The program may be pursued on a part-time or full-time basis, although some full-time study is urged.

Professional Licensure Disclosure

This program is designed to prepare students to sit for applicable licensure or certification in Ohio. If you plan to pursue licensure or certification in a state other than Ohio, please review state educational requirements for licensure or certification and contact information for state licensing boards at Kent State's website for professional licensure disclosure.

For more information about graduate admissions, visit the graduate admission website. For more information on international admissions, visit the international admission website.

Admission Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
• Minimum 3.000 undergraduate GPA on a 4.000 point scale
• Official transcript(s)
• Goal statement
• Questions in Anticipation of Licensure form
• Two letters of recommendation
• Supplemental Interview Form
• Interview
• English language proficiency - all international students must provide proof of English language proficiency (unless they meet specific exceptions) by earning one of the following:
  • Minimum 550 TOEFL PBT score
  • Minimum 79 TOEFL IBT score
  • Minimum 77 MELAB score
  • Minimum 6.5 IELTS score
  • Minimum 58 PTE score
  • Minimum 110 Duolingo English score

Application Deadlines

• Fall Semester
  • Priority deadline: December 15
    Applications submitted by this deadline will receive the strongest consideration for admission.
  • Application deadline: February 1
    Applications submitted after this deadline will be considered on a space-available basis.
• Spring Semester
  • Priority deadline: September 1
    Applications submitted by this deadline will receive the strongest consideration for admission.
  • Application deadline: October 1
    Applications submitted after this deadline will be considered on a space-available basis.
• Summer Term
  • Application deadline: February 1
    Applications submitted after this deadline will be considered on a space-available basis.

Program Learning Outcomes

Graduates of this program will be able to:

1. Demonstrate knowledge in assessment; groupwork; career development; helping relationships; human growth and development; social and cultural diversity; research and program evaluation; and professional orientation and ethical practice.
2. Meet the academic components required by the Ohio Department of Education to be eligible to sit for the current licensure assessments.
3. Understand legal and ethical standards and practice in a legal and ethical manner.
4. Understand and demonstrate multicultural responsiveness.
5. Demonstrate a strong counselor identity.
6. Demonstrate strong skills in identifying affect, behavior and cognition that contributes to mental health issues.
7. Understand and demonstrate sound counseling skills and techniques within a theoretical framework in both individual and group counseling.
8. Demonstrate valuable skills in conceptualizing student success and growth.
9. Understand the importance of research in advancing the counseling profession, including how to critique research to inform counseling practice.
10. Work with crisis, trauma, suicide and at-risk students.
11. Design and evaluate school counseling programming.

Program Requirements

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State and Federal background checks are required for field-based experiences. See the practicum and internship coordinator for more information.

Progression Requirements

• Students who earn a C+ grade or lower in any course for the degree must repeat the course for a better grade. All prerequisites for courses must be completed with a minimum B- grade.

Licensure Information

Candidates seeking Ohio licensure are required to pass specific assessments in order to apply for licensure. Students should consult their advisors for specific program requirements and refer to the Ohio Department of Education-Educator Preparation website for more information on assessments specific to licensure type.

Graduation Requirements

• Minimum B- (or Satisfactory) grade in all courses
• Minimum 60 credit hours, including a 600 clock-hour internship

• Delivery:
  • In person
• Location:
  • Kent Campus

Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs

Full Description

The Master of Education degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling prepares students for employment as counselors in community-based human service agencies (e.g., substance abuse facilities, mental health centers, child and family service agencies) and private counseling facilities.

This program is designed to fulfill the educational requirements for licensure as a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Ohio. The program may be pursued on a part-time or full-time basis, although some full-time study is encouraged.

Professional Licensure Disclosure

This program is designed to prepare students to sit for applicable licensure or certification in Ohio. If you plan to pursue licensure or certification in a state other than Ohio, please review state educational requirements for licensure or certification and contact information for state licensing boards at Kent State's website for professional licensure disclosure.

For more information about graduate admissions, visit the graduate admission website. For more information on international admissions, visit the international admission website.

Admission Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
• Minimum 3.000 undergraduate GPA on a 4.000 point scale
• Official transcript(s)
• Goal statement
• Questions in Anticipation of Licensure Form
• Supplemental Interview Form
• Two letters of recommendation
• Interview
• English language proficiency - all international students must provide proof of English language proficiency (unless they meet specific exceptions) by earning one of the following:
  • Minimum 550 TOEFL PBT score
  • Minimum 79 TOEFL IBT score
  • Minimum 77 MELAB score
  • Minimum 6.5 IELTS score
  • Minimum 58 PTE score
  • Minimum 110 Duolingo English score

Application Deadlines

• Fall Semester
  • Priority deadline: December 15
    Applications submitted by this deadline will receive the strongest consideration for admission.
  • Application deadline: February 1
    Applications submitted after this deadline will be considered on a space-available basis.
• Spring Semester
  • Priority deadline: September 1
    Applications submitted by this deadline will receive the strongest consideration for admission.
  • Application deadline: October 1
    Applications submitted after this deadline will be considered on a space-available basis.
• Summer Term
  • Application deadline: February 1
    Applications submitted after this deadline will be considered on a space-available basis.

Program Learning Outcomes

Graduates of this program will be able to:

1. Effectively work with clients from a multicultural and pluralistic society.
2. Demonstrate knowledge in assessment, group work, career development, helping relationships human growth and development, social and cultural diversity, research and program evaluation and professional orientation and ethical practice.
3. Meet the academic components required by the Ohio Counselor, Social Worker and Marriage and Family Therapist Board to be eligible to sit for the current licensure assessments.
4. Understand legal and ethical standards and practice in a legal and ethical manner.
5. Understand and demonstrate multicultural responsiveness.
6. Demonstrate a strong counselor identity.
7. Demonstrate strong clinical skills in case conceptualization, diagnosis and treatment planning.
8. Understand and demonstrate sound counseling skills and techniques within a theoretical framework in both individual and group counseling.
9. Understand the importance of research in advancing the counseling profession, including how to critique research to inform counseling practice.
10. Effectively work with crisis, trauma, suicide and at-risk clients.

Progression Requirements

• Students who earn a C+ grade or lower in any course for the degree must repeat the course for a better grade. All prerequisites for courses must be completed with a minimum minimum B- grade.

Program Requirements

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State and Federal background checks are required for internship experiences and to apply for Counselor Trainee status. See the practicum and internship coordinator for more information.

Graduation Requirements

• Minimum B- (or Satisfactory) grade in all courses
• Minimum 60 credit hours, including a 600 clock-hour internship

Licensure Information

Candidates seeking Ohio license are required to pass specific assessments in order to apply for licensure. Students should consult their advisors for specific program requirements and refer to the Ohio Counselor, Social Worker and Marriage and Family Therapy Board website for more information on assessments specific to licensure type.

• Delivery:
  • In person
• Location:
  • Kent Campus

Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP)

Full Description

The Educational Specialist degree in Counseling can be highly individualized to meet the needs of students having interests in a variety of school or community settings. The degree is an advanced-level practitioner's degree, and the focus is on practical knowledge and skill.

State and Federal background checks are required for practicum/internship experiences and to apply for Counselor Trainee status. See the Practicum and Internship Coordinator for more information.

For more information about graduate admissions, visit the graduate admission website. For more information on international admissions, visit the international admission website.

Admission Requirements

• Master's degree from an accredited college or university
• Minimum 3.000 graduate GPA on a 4.000 point scale (minimum 3.250 graduate GPA is recommended)
• Official transcript(s)
• Goal statement
• Two letters of recommendation
• Supplemental Interview Form
• Interview
• English language proficiency - all international students must provide proof of English language proficiency (unless they meet specific exceptions) by earning one of the following:
  • Minimum 550 TOEFL PBT score (paper-based version)
  • Minimum 79 TOEFL IBT score (Internet-based version)
  • Minimum 77 MELAB score
  • Minimum 6.5 IELTS score
  • Minimum 58 PTE score
  • Minimum 110 Duolingo English Test score

For more information about graduate admissions, please visit the Graduate Studies admission website. For more information on international admission, visit the Office of Global Education’s admission website.

Application Deadlines

• Fall Semester
  • Priority deadline: December 15
    Applications submitted by this deadline will receive the strongest consideration for admission.
  • Application deadline: February 1
    Applications submitted after this deadline will be considered on a space-available basis.
• Spring Semester
  • Priority deadline: September 1
    Applications submitted by this deadline will receive the strongest consideration for admission.
  • Application deadline: October 1
    Applications submitted after this deadline will be considered on a space-available basis.
• Summer Term
  • Application deadline: February 1
    Applications submitted after this deadline will be considered on a space-available basis.

Program Requirements

Graduation Requirements

Minimum 30 credit hours are needed beyond a counseling master's degree.

• Delivery:
  • In person
• Location:
  • Kent Campus

For more information about graduate admissions, visit the graduate admission website. For more information on international admissions, visit the international admission website.

Admission Requirements

• Master's degree from an accredited college or university
• Minimum 3.500 graduate GPA on a 4.000 point scale
• Official transcript(s)
• Résumé or vita
• Goal Statement
• Supplemental form
• Completion of the Questions Regarding Legal and Ethical Issues form
• Preliminary written exam
• Two letters of recommendation
• Interview (Individual and Group))
• English language proficiency - all international students must provide proof of English language proficiency (unless they meet specific exceptions) by earning one of the following:
  • Minimum 550 TOEFL PBT score
  • Minimum 79 TOEFL IBT score
  • Minimum 77 MELAB score
  • Minimum 77 IELTS score
  • Minimum 58 PTE score
  • Minimum 110 Duolingo English score

Students are expected to have completed curricular experiences equivalent to CACREP entry-level standards and curricular requirements of a specific CACREP program area before beginning doctoral-level counselor education coursework. Any missing content can be completed before or in some cases (e.g., if minimal content is needed) concurrently with initial doctoral-level counselor education coursework.

Application Deadlines

• Fall Semester
  • Priority deadline: February 1
    Applications submitted by this deadline will receive the strongest consideration for admission.

Program Learning Outcomes

Graduates of this program will be able to:

1. Demonstrate an understanding of ethical and legal considerations, and multicultural responsiveness, in counselor education and supervision.
2. Demonstrate a specific focus on knowledge and skill/practice in the following areas: counselor supervision; teaching/pedagogy of counselor education; research and scholarship; advanced counseling theory and techniques; leadership and advocacy; and professional identity as a counselor.
3. Assume the role of instructor with the ability to understand and apply: teaching methods; instructional and curriculum design; and evaluation methods of teaching.
4. Provide high quality counseling supervision which enhances supervisees' ability to conceptualize clients from multiple theoretical perspectives; nurtures supervisees' counseling skills; evaluates the effectiveness of supervisees' counseling; uses multiple theories of supervision; and demonstrates knowledge and skills related to evaluative, gatekeeping and remediation practices of supervision.
5. Conduct quantitative and qualitative research, along with understanding and applying the recommended practices for professional writing.
6. Demonstrate knowledge of the principles and practices of counseling in a diverse and ever-changing society.
7. Demonstrate a firm grasp of leadership theory, and provide leadership and advocacy to the counseling profession.
8. Demonstrate an ability to critically evaluate current issues in the profession.

Program Requirements

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Before taking any field-based experiences, students must complete state and Federal background checks. See the program coordinator for more information.

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Students will complete 3 credit hours of CES 88292 per semester for two consecutive semesters, for a total of 6 credit hours of internship.

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Elective courses must be relevant to counselor education and supervision. Students must consult with and obtain approval from their advisors about registering for electives.

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Upon admission to candidacy, each doctoral candidate must register for CES 80199. It is expected that a doctoral candidate will continuously register for Dissertation I for a total of 30 credit hours, and thereafter CES 80299, each semester until all requirements for the degree have been met. Students will be expected to be familiar with data entry and interpreting computer generated analysis.

Progression Requirements

Students who earn a C+ grade or lower in any course for the degree must repeat the course for a better grade. All prerequisites for courses must be completed with a minimum minimum B- grade.

Graduation Requirements

• Minimum B- (or Satisfactory) grade in all courses
• After admission to the Ph.D. degree program, students plan a program of study with their respective faculty advisory committee. Please refer to the program doctoral handbook and graduate student handbook for more information about requirements for graduation.
• Successful completion of written and oral comprehensive exams is required before students can be registered for dissertation credit hours.

• Delivery:
  • In person
• Location:
  • Kent Campus

Council for the Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP)