Oklahoma School Counselor Certification

There are over 700,000 students in Oklahoma representing multiple ethnicities and family backgrounds. In 2019, public school enrollment reached an all-time high, and the need for school counselors is more pressing than ever before.

Counselors in Oklahoma provide prevention and intervention services to preK-12 children and their families. If you are interested in learning more about this profession and how you can make a difference in the lives of Oklahoma students, visit the Oklahoma School Counselor Association website.

Skip down the page to the certification pathway you’re interested in:

• Initial School Counseling Certification
• Certification Renewal
• Certification Through Reciprocity
• Additional Certification Resources

Initial Oklahoma School Counselor Certification

The Oklahoma school counseling credential is the Standard Certificate and is valid for five (5) years. If you are a graduate from an Oklahoma university, the university begins the initial application process with a recommendation to the Department of Education (DOE). Once the DOE receives the recommendation, you will create a profile in the online application portal to complete your submission.

Step 1: Education Requirements

Earn a master’s degree in school counseling from a regionally accredited college or university, such as:

Complete a minimum of 200 direct hours in an internship program as part of the master’s degree, 100 hours of which must be supervised at an accredited school site.

Step 2: Criminal Background Check

Complete a fingerprint-based criminal background check with IndentoGO. There is a $57.25 fee, payable to the IndentoGO enrollment center where you will submit your fingerprints.

To find a location nearest you and schedule an appointment, visit this website.

Step 3: Examination Requirements

You must take and pass the Oklahoma School Counselor subject text (Exam #139) through the Certification Examinations for Oklahoma Educators (CEOE).

In addition to each exam’s registration fee, you will pay a registration processing fee of $30. Learn more about this exam and how to register here.

Step 4: Application Materials Checklist

Gather all required documents to apply.

• Completed application on the Oklahoma Department of Education Single Sign On portal
• Official transcripts from all institutions attended
• Institution recommendation, to be completed by your awarding graduate university/college
• Proof of passing scores on the CEOE School Counselor exam
• $50 initial application fee

Step 5: Submit Your Application

Your complete application is submitted online at the Oklahoma Department of Education Single Sign On portal.

Additional Information

If you need additional assistance to complete your application for a standard certificate in school counseling, contact the Office of Teacher Certification at (405) 521-3337 or [email protected].

Oklahoma School Counselor Certification Renewal

The Standard Certificate in school counseling is renewed every five (5) years. There are no continuing education requirements.

You will renew your certificate through the Oklahoma Department of Education Single Sign On portal.

Additional Assistance

If you have questions about your renewal application, contact the Office of Teacher Certification at (405) 521-3337 or [email protected].

Oklahoma School Counselor Certification Through Reciprocity

The Oklahoma Department of Education accepts your current, valid out-of-state credential for reciprocity certification. In order to be considered for a standard school counselor certification, you will submit the following application materials:

• An initial application on the Department of Education Single Sign On portal, located here
• Official transcripts from all colleges/universities you attended
• A copy of your current, valid school counselor credential
• Copies of any examinations you passed to satisfy requirements from your credentialing state
• $50 initial application fee

Additional Assistance

If you have questions about your initial application for reciprocity certification, you can contact the Office of Teacher Certification at (405) 521-3337 or [email protected].

Oklahoma School Counseling Certification Resources

For resources to assist you with continuing education and other career development opportunities, see the following websites:

• Oklahoma State Department of Education Counseling Resources Page
• Oklahoma School Counselor Association
• American School Counselor Association
• National Board for Certified Counselors

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