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How to Become a Nebraska School Counselor
Where are you on your quest to become a Nebraska School Counselor?
Explore the information below and learn how you can become a school counselor in Nebraska. Some of the information below may be subject to change. In order to make sure you have the most current information, contact your school counseling education program advisor or the Nebraska Department of Education at (402) 471-0739.
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Featured Universities with School Counseling Programs
#1
Walden University
MS in School Counseling - General Program. Click here to contact Walden University and request information about their programs.
#2
Grand Canyon University
M. Ed in School Counseling (leads to initial Licensure) Click here to contact Grand Canyon University and request information about their programs.
#3
New York University (NYU)
NYU Steinhardt's accredited master of arts program in Counseling and Guidance: School and Bilingual School Counseling. Through this online program, you will gain the skills you need to become a professional Pre-K-12 school counselor, working with children and families in your community to foster academic achievement and success. Click here to contact New York University and request information about their programs.
#4
University of Denver
Earn a Master's degree in School Counseling online from the University of Denver. Learn from doctoral-level faculty in live classes and gain experience through mock counseling and in-field training. No GRE required. Click here to contact University of Denver and request information about their programs.
#5
Campbellsville University
Online Master of Arts in Education in School Counseling Click here to contact Campbellsville University and request information about their programs.
I’m a High School Graduate…
As a high school graduate already beginning research on the Nebraska school counselor career, you are way ahead of the game. You’re in a great position to become begin learning more about the field of school counseling and decide if this career path is right for you.
The following are recommended steps to help you learn how to being working toward a career in school counseling:
Step One:
Gather information from schools offering associate degree programs or bachelor degree programs in psychology, counseling or any type of program you are currently interested in. It is not imperative you enroll in a counseling program at this point. The only necessity is that you begin earning your associate’s degree or bachelor’s degree.
Step Two:
Volunteering is a great way to learn more about working with children and young adults. The following organizations may be able to connect you with volunteering opportunities in Nebraska:
- Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Midlands
- List of Nebraska School Districts
- Use this tool to find school districts near you. Contact schools to learn more about volunteering opportunities.
Roll with your current momentum. Contact volunteering organizations or local schools to find opportunities to learn more about the field of education and school counseling. Finally, make sure you learn more about associate’s degree and bachelor’s degree programs that are available to you.
I have already earned a college degree…
The following are the steps necessary for earning your school counseling certification in Nebraska:
Step One:
Fulfill educational requirements through the following avenue:
- Earn a Master’s degree in School Counseling
- Or find more school counseling programs in Nebraska here.
Step Two:
You must complete 100 clock hours of clinical experience and 450 clock hours of internship experience that align with your chosen endorsement (PK-6, 7-12, or PK-12).
Step Three:
Pass the Praxis School Counselor content exam (5422). Learn more about scheduling to take this exam here.
Step Four:
Submit your fingerprints if you have not been a resident of Nebraska for the past five years.
Step Five:
All applicants are submitted online through the TEACH portal. Learn more about applying for the School Counselor endorsement (PK-6, 7-12, or PK-12) here.
I’m a certified counselor from another state…
Currently, Nebraska does not distribute school counseling certification purely through reciprocity agreements. Your credentials, experience, previous examinations, etc. must be evaluated and seen as comparable to Nebraska school counselor certification requirements.
For more information on this process, contact the Nebraska Department of Education at the following number: (402) 471-0739