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INDEX ………………………………………………………………..………….…….…. PAGE
Purpose of the Handbook ………………………………………………..…………………..…………….……….. 4
Department Mission, Goals, and Objectives ………….…………………….……………………………….……. 5
Discrimination and Ethical Conduct Policies ………………….…………………………………….…..………... 9
PROGRAM ACCREDITATION ………………………………………………………………………………….. 9
Counselor Education Department Program Focus Areas ……………………….…………………………...…. 10
COMMUNITY COUNSELING PROGRAM ……………………………….……… 10
Community Counseling Program Requirements …………..…………………....… 10
Practicum, Internship and Capstone Information………………………………….. 23
Professional Counselor Licensure ..………………………..………….………..…. 33
Ed. Requirements for Professional Counseling Licensure in Minn. and Wis. …..... 33
Minnesota Educational Requirements for LPC ………………………………….... 33
Wisconsin Educational Requirements for LPC ………………………..………….. 34
SCHOOL COUNSELING PROGRAM ……………………………………….......... 11
School Counseling Program Requirements …………………………...…………... 11
Practicum, Internship and Capstone Information …………………….…………… 23
School Counselor Licensure ……………..…………………..………….……….... 35
Things to Keep in Mind ............................................................................................ 35
Minnesota State Requirements for School Counselor Licensure ………....….….... 35
Wisconsin State Requirements for School Counselor Licensure ……………..…... 36
Wisconsin PI 34.04 Pupil Services Standards ……..……………………………… 37
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM ……………………………........ 12
Professional Development Program Requirements ……...……………….……….. 12
Practicum, Internship and Capstone Information ……………………….………… 23
Academic Grievance Procedure ……………………………………………………………...…………………... 29
Academic Misconduct ………..………………………………………………………………………...………….. 21
Accessing Course Information ……………………………………………………………..……………………... 17
Accommodations for Students With Special Needs ………………………………………………………..……. 30
ADMISSION CRITERIA ……………………………………………………………………………………….… 13
Admission Screening Schedule for Counselor Education Department …………………………….………...… 14
ADMISSION TO CANDIDACY ...………………………………………………………………………….....…. 14
Admission Requests by Persons Holding an MA or MS Degree from Another University ..…………………. 15
Advising …...…………………………………………………………………………………………………….….. 17
CANDIDACY, CHANGE IN PROGRAM PLAN ………………………………………………………..…...… 14
CAPSTONE PROJECT ………………………………………………………………………………………..…. 23
CHI SIGMA IOTA …………………………………………………………………………………………….….. 20
Class Attendance ……………………………………………………………………………..……….…………… 20
COMPREHENSIVE EXAMINATIONS ……………………………………………………………...…………. 24
Applying for the Comprehensive Examination ………………………………………….…. 24
COUNSELOR PREPARATION COMPREHENSIVE EXAMINATION (CPCE) …… 24
Preparing for the Comprehensive Examination ………….…………………………………. 25
Payment for the CPCE ……………………...………………………………………………. 25
Verification of Identification for the Comprehensive Examination ………………………... 25
Materials Required for the Comprehensive Examination …………………………………... 25
Requirements for Passing the Comprehensive Examination ……………………………….. 25
Reporting of Comprehensive Examination Results to Students ……………………………. 26
Failure of the Comprehensive Examination ………………………………………………… 26
GRADUATE STUDENT ADMINISTRATION – NATIONAL COUNSELOR EXAMINATION (GSA-NCE)
GSA-NCE Application Materials and Process ...…………………………………………… 26
Communication With Students from CE Department ...……………………………………...……………..….. 17
COUNSELING PRACTICUM AND INTERNSHIP INFORMATION ……………………………………..… 23
Course Loads ……………...........………………….…………………………………………………….……….... 19
COURSE SCHEDULES AND PROGRAM PLANNING ………………………...……………………………. 18
Course Sequence Suggestions (http://www.winona.edu/counseloreducation/CEcoursesequence.doc ) ………….. 18
Course Waiver Requests ………....…………………………………….………………………….…………….... 22
Courses Requiring Prerequisites .…………………...……………………...………………………….……..…... 18
Courses Offered for Pass/No Credit Grade Option …………………..……..……………………………….….. 19
DESIRE-2-LEARN, On-Line Access to Registered Course Materials ………………...…………………….… 17
ENDORSEMENT STATEMENT ........................................................................................................................... 16
Evaluation and Student Input in the Counselor Education Program ………………………………………….. 29
FACULTY OFFICE HOURS ………………………….…………………………………………………….…… 18
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE ……………………………………………………………………………………… 31
Dahlen Memorial Scholarship ………………………………………………………... 31
Graduate Assistantships ………………………………………………………...…..… 32
Additional Scholarship Resources ……………………………………………………. 32
GRADUATE SPECIAL STUDENTS …………………………………...…………………………………….…. 15
NOTE: Students Completing Coursework Prior to Admission to the Department ..………..…….… 15
Graduates of CE Dept. Programs Returning for an Additional Area of Specialization or Certification …… 21
GRADUATION ..…………………………………………………………...……………………………………… 27
Graduation Celebration and Commencement ………………………………...………………………………… 27
IMMUNIZATION RECORDS ……..……………………………………………………...................................... 14
In Progress Grades …………...………………………………….…………………………………………...……. 21
Independent Study ……......…….…………………………………………………………………………………. 19
Internship Information ………………………………………………………………….………………………… 23
Library Resources, ID Cards and On-Line Access ……………………….…………………………..…………. 20
LICENSURE:
LICENSED PROFESSIONAL COUNSELOR (LPC) ……………………...……… 33
Educational Requirements for Professional Counseling Licensure in Minn. and Wis. ... 33
Minnesota Educational Requirements for LPC ………………………………………... 33
Wisconsin Educational Requirements for LPC ………………………………………... 33
SCHOOL COUNSELOR LICENSURE …………………………………………...... 35
Things to Keep in Mind ................................................................................................... 35
Minnesota State Requirements for School Counselor Licensure …………………….... 35
Wisconsin State Requirements for School Counselor Licensure ………………............ 36
Wisconsin PI 34.04 Pupil Services Standards ……..……………………………… 37
Personal Therapy for Students ……………...……………………………………………………………………. 30
Placement of Graduates ………….……………..……………………………….………………………………… 27
PRACTICUM AND INTERNSHIP INFORMATION ………..…………………………………………...…… 23
Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association ……………………………..……………...…. 24
Student Retention Procedure …………….……………………………………...……...………………………… 28
Student Concerns / Complaints ………….……………………………………………………………………...... 29
SUPERVISION REQUESTS For Practicum or Internship Students from Other Universities ..……………. 16
THESIS OPTION ………………………………………………………………………………………...….……. 24
TRANSFER OF CREDIT FROM ANOTHER ACCREDITED INSTITUTION ...…………………………... 16
WORKSHOPS ……………………………………………………………………...……………………………... 19
APPENDICES ………………………………………………………………………………………………...…… 39
APPENDIX A
Counselor Education Department Program Checklist ……………………………….… 40
APPENDIX B
WINONA STATE UNIVERSITY DIRECTORY ……………………….…………. 41
Counselor Education Department General Information ……………………………….. 42
Counselor Education Department Web Pages …………………………………….…… 42
Counselor Education Department Faculty and Staff ………………………………..…. 42
Counselor Education Department Administrative Staff .................................................. 43
General Winona State University Numbers ………………………………….………… 43
Professional Organizations ………………………………………………………..…… 43
APPENDIX C – TIME MANAGEMENT
A Quick Course in Effective Time Management ……………………………………… 45
Ten Most Common “BAD HABITS” of Time Management ………………………..… 46
PURPOSE OF THE HANDBOOK:
The Counselor Education Department Student Handbook is intended to serve as a basic reference and program guide to Counselor Education Department students throughout their program of study from the time of their application for admission to the department through their graduation. Each member of the Counselor Education Department faculty has a strong commitment to student advising. Thus, students should only use the Counselor Education Department Student Handbook as a supplement to the assistance available to them in the advising relationship.
The Counselor Education Department Student Handbook does not replace the Winona State University Graduate Catalog. It is the student’s responsibility to become familiar with the general policies and procedures of the Winona State University Office of Graduate Studies as defined in the Winona State University Graduate Catalog. Additional information on graduate study at Winona State University is available online at http://www.winona.edu/graduatestudy.
Of particular interest to students is the graduate school policy that all graduate students must maintain a 3.0 overall GPA.
DEPARTMENT MISSION, GOALS, AND OBJECTIVES:
Mission: The Mission of the Counselor Education Department is to prepare effective master's-level counselors, leaders, and agents of change in a variety of professional settings in Southeastern Minnesota and Western Wisconsin. The department is committed to multicultural education and to promoting students' development of a personal theory and practice of counseling and social advocacy skills to foster respectful, responsible work with clients reflecting the broad diversity of society. The department offers three concentrations leading to the Master of Science degree: Community Counseling, School Counseling, and Professional Development (a non-counseling option).
Goals and Objectives:
The following goals and objectives developed by the Winona State University Counselor Education Department meet the national standards for counselor preparation as defined by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP). The Community Counseling and School Counseling programs are CACREP accredited through fall, 2008. In addition, these goals will prepare students in the states of Minnesota and Wisconsin to meet the state requirements for licensure as a school counselor or as a Licensed Professional Counselor
Goal 1: The Counselor Education Department will provide curriculum in human growth and development in order to provide students with an understanding of the nature and needs of individuals at all developmental levels.
Objectives:
• Provide curriculum that includes theories of individual and family development across the lifespan.
• Provide curriculum that includes theories of learning and personality development.
• Provide curriculum that examines human behavior including an understanding of developmental crises, disability, addictive behavior, psychopathology, and environmental factors as they affect both normal and abnormal behavior.
• Provide curriculum that includes strategies for facilitating development over the lifespan.
• Provide curriculum that includes ethical considerations.
Goal 2: The Counselor Education Department will provide curriculum in social and cultural foundations in order to provide students with an understanding of issues and trends in a multicultural and diverse society.
Objectives:
• Provide curriculum that explores multicultural and pluralistic trends including characteristics and concerns of diverse groups.
• Provide curriculum that explores attitudes and behavior based on such factors as age, race, religious preferences, physical disability, sexual orientation, ethnicity and culture, family patterns, gender, socioeconomic status, and intellectual ability.
• Provide curriculum that explores individual, family, and group strategies with diverse populations.
• Provide curriculum that explores ethical considerations as related to social and cultural foundations.
Goal 3: The Counselor Education Department will provide curriculum in helping relationships in order to provide students with an understanding of counseling and consultation processes.
Objectives:
• Provide curriculum that explores counseling and consultation theories including both individual and systems perspectives as well as coverage of relevant research and factors to be considered in applications.
• Provide curriculum that explores basic interviewing, assessment, and counseling skills.
• Provide curriculum that explores counselor or consultant characteristics and behaviors that influence helping processes including age, gender and ethnic differences, verbal and nonverbal behaviors and personal characteristics, orientations, and skills.
• Provide curriculum that explores client or consultee characteristics and behaviors that influence helping processes including age, gender and ethnic differences, verbal and nonverbal behaviors and personal characteristics, traits, capabilities, and life circumstances.
• Provide curriculum that explores ethical considerations associated with helping relationships.
Goal 4: The Counselor Education Department will provide curriculum in group work in order to provide students with an understanding of group development, dynamics, counseling theories, group counseling methods and skills, and other group work approaches.
Objectives:
• Provide curriculum that explores principles of group dynamics including group process components, developmental stage theories, and group members’ roles and behaviors.
• Provide curriculum that explores group leadership styles and approaches including characteristics of various types of group leader and leadership styles.
• Provide curriculum that explores theories of group counseling including commonalities, distinguishing characteristics, and pertinent research and literature.
• Provide curriculum that explores group counseling methods including group counselor orientations and behaviors, ethical standards, appropriate selection criteria and methods, and methods of evaluation of effectiveness.
• Provide curriculum that explores approaches used for other types of group work, including task groups, prevention groups, support groups, and therapy groups.
• Provide curriculum that explores ethical considerations associated with the practice of group work.
Goal 5: The Counselor Education Department will provide curriculum in career and lifestyle development in order to provide students with an understanding of career development and related life factors.
Objectives:
• Provide curriculum that includes career development theories and decision-making models.
• Provide curriculum that includes career, vocational, educational, and labor market information resources, visual and print media, and computer based career information systems.
• Provide curriculum that includes career development program planning, organization, implementation, administration, and evaluation.
• Provide curriculum that explores interrelationships among work, family, and other life roles and factors including multicultural and gender issues as related to career development.
• Provide curriculum that explores career and educational placement, follow-up and evaluation.
• Provide curriculum that explores assessment instruments and techniques relevant to career planning and decision making.
• Provide curriculum that explores computer based career development applications and strategies, including computer assisted career guidance systems.
• Provide curriculum that explores career counseling processes, techniques, and resources including those applicable to specific populations.
• Provide curriculum that explores ethical considerations of the practice of career development.
Goal 6: The Counselor Education Department will provide curriculum in appraisal in order to provide students with an understanding of individual and group approaches to assessment and evaluation.
Objectives:
• Provide curriculum that explores the theoretical and historical basis for assessment techniques.
• Provide curriculum that explores validity including evidence for establishing content, construct, and empirical validity.
• Provide curriculum that explores appraisal methods including environmental assessment, performance assessment, individual and group test and inventory methods, behavioral observations, and computer managed and computer assisted methods.
• Provide curriculum that explores psychometric statistics including types of assessment scores, measures of central tendency, indices of variability, standard error, and correlation.
• Provide curriculum that explores age, gender, ethnicity, language, disability, and culture factors related to the assessment and evaluation of individuals and groups.
• Provide curriculum that explores strategies for selecting, administering, interpreting, and using assessment and evaluation instruments and techniques in counseling.
• Provide curriculum that explores the ethical issues associated with appraisal.
Goal 7: The Counselor Education Department will provide curriculum in research and program evaluation in order to provide students with an understanding of types of research methods, basic statistics, and ethical and legal considerations in research.
Objectives:
• Provide curriculum that explores basic types of research methods to include qualitative and quantitative research designs.
• Provide curriculum that explores basic parametric and non-parametric statistics.
• Provide curriculum that explores principles, practices, and application of need assessment and program evaluation.
• Provide curriculum that explores uses of computers for data management and analysis.
• Provide curriculum that explores the ethical and legal considerations in research.
Goal 8: The Counselor Education Department will provide curriculum in professional orientation in order to provide students with an understanding of all aspects of professional functioning including history, roles, organizational structures, ethics, standards, and credentialing.
Objectives:
• Provide curriculum that explores the history of the helping professions including significant factors and events.
• Provide curriculum that explores professional roles and functions including similarities and differences with other types of professionals.
• Provide curriculum that explores professional organizations, primarily American Counseling Association (ACA), its divisions, branches, and affiliates, including membership benefits, activities, services to members, and current emphasis.
• Provide curriculum that explores ethical standards of the ACA and related entities, ethical and legal issues, and their applications to various professional activities (e.g., appraisal, group work).
• Provide curriculum that explores professional preparation standards, their evolution, and current applications.
• Provide curriculum that explores professional credentialing including certification, licensure, and accreditation practices and standards, and the effects of public policy on these issues.
• Provide curriculum that explores public policy processes including the role of the professional counselor in advocating on behalf of the profession and its clients.
DISCRIMINATION:
In accordance with Federal law, Minnesota law, and the policies of Winona State University, the Counselor Education Department does not discriminate in any of its procedures and practices on the basis of age, citizenship, color, disability, national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, or veteran status. The department practices Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity principles. Students are made aware of the Association of Multicultural Counseling and Development: Multicultural Counseling Competencies. Diversity is encouraged in recruitment practices.
ETHICAL CONDUCT:
All Counselor Education Department faculty and students are expected to strictly comply with ethical standards set forth by the American Counseling Association (ACA). See the American Counseling Association web page (www.counseling.org) for current ACA Code of Ethics Code (http://www.counseling.org/Resources/CodeOfEthics/TP/Home/CT2.aspx) .
PROGRAM ACCREDITATION:
Winona State University is fully accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Institutions of Higher Education (a member of COPA). Reaccredidation is scheduled for Academic Year 2011-2012.
The Counselor Education Department School Counseling program is fully accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE) through 2010, and is an approved licensure program by the Minnesota Department of Children, Families, and Learning (CFL) and the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (DPI).
The Winona State University Counselor Education Department’s programs in School Counseling and Community Counseling are currently accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP) through fall, 2008.
COUNSELOR EDUCATION DEPARTMENT PROGRAM FOCUS AREAS:
COMMUNITY COUNSELING PROGRAM:
The Community Counseling program prepares program graduates for careers as professional counselors in public and private community counseling settings (e.g. community mental health agencies, social services agencies, residential care facilities, etc.). Successful completion of the program leads to eligibility for counselor licensure in many states including Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Iowa. The Community Counseling Program is CACREP accredited through fall 2008. For additional information on Minnesota and Wisconsin licensure requirements, (page 33).
COMMUNITY COUNSELING PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS:
It is recommended that the student use the space provided next to the course requirement as a checklist for completed coursework.
Required Courses (46 S.H.)
_____ CE 534 - Human Relations and Diversity (3 semester hours)
_____ CE 601 - Foundations of Counseling (3 semester hours)
_____ CE 611 - Development Over the Lifespan
_____ CE 615 - Group Theory and Practice (3 semester hours)
_____ CE 620 - Tests, Measurements, and Research Design (3 semester hours)
_____ CE 622 - Family Systems Counseling (3 semester hours)
_____ CE 625 - Career Development and Appraisal (3 semester hours)
_____ CE 633 - Ethical Practice and Social Change (3 semester hours)
_____ CE 640 - Orientation to Community Counseling (3 semester hours)
_____ CE 650 - Diagnosis and Treatment Planning (3 semester hours)
_____ CE 658 - Microskills (3 semester hours)
_____ CE 660 - Counseling Theory and Practice (3 semester hours)
_____ CE 680 - Counseling Practicum (3 semester hours) Additional information on page 23
_____ CE 690 - Internship (6 semester hours) Additional information on page 23
_____ CE 695 - Capstone Project (1 semester hours) Additional information on page 23
Elective Credits (2 S.H.)
Total credits required in Community Counseling Program = 48 S.H. Successful completion of the coursework including comprehensive exam leads to the Masters Degree. For additional requirements for professional licensure (see page 33).
SCHOOL COUNSELING PROGRAM:
The School Counseling program prepares program graduates for employment as K-12 school counselors. Successful completion of the program leads to recommendation for licensure as a school counselor in Minnesota or Wisconsin. If a student plans to become licensed in a state other than Minnesota or Wisconsin, they are advised to become familiar with the specific licensure requirements of the state in which they plan to practice. In 2000, the Counselor Education Department School Counseling program was selected as a participating program in the Transforming School Counseling national initiative sponsored by the Education Trust in Washington, D.C. The School Counseling program is CACREP approved through fall, 2008.
SCHOOL COUNSELING PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS:
It is recommended that the student use the space provided next to the course requirements as a checklist for completed coursework.
Required Courses (46 S.H.)
_____ CE 534 - Human Relations and Diversity (3 semester hours)
_____ CE 601 - Foundations of Counseling (3 semester hours)
_____ CE 611 - Development Over the Lifespan
_____ CE 615 - Group Theory and Practice ( 3 semester hours)
_____ CE 620 - Tests, Measurements, and Research Design (3 semester hours)
_____ CE 622 - Family Systems Counseling ( 3 semester hours)
_____ CE 625 - Career Development and Appraisal (3 semester hours)
_____ CE 633 - Ethical Practice and Social Change (3 semester hours)
_____ CE 635 - Orientation to School Counseling (3 semester hours)
_____ CE 645 - School Counseling Practice (3 semester hours)
_____ CE 658 - Microskills (3 semester hours)
_____ CE 660 - Counseling Theory and Practice (3 semester hours)
_____ CE 680 - Counseling Practicum (3 semester hours) Additional information on page 23
_____ CE 690 - Internship (6 semester hours) Additional information on page 23
_____ CE 695 - Capstone Project (1 semester hour) Additional information on page 23
Elective Credits (2 S.H.)
Total credits required in School Counseling Program = 48 S.H.
NOTE: Minnesota and Wisconsin school counselor licensure requirements specify different directed knowledge and skills, including philosophy of education, exceptional children, and other topics. Each CE school counseling student must check with their advisor about the specific courses needed to meet appropriate licensure requirements. For additional information on school licensure requirements see page 35.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM:
The Professional Development program provides practicing professionals with a non-counseling master’s degree. The program emphasizes personal and professional growth and development through a curriculum designed to enhance student understanding of self and others while promoting more effective work in the individual’s respective field. Upon successful completion of the Professional Development degree, graduates may apply for admission to one of the counseling degree programs offered by the Winona State University Counselor Education Department. The Professional Development program is not eligible for CACREP accreditation.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS:
The Professional Development Program is a non-counseling degree program.
It is recommended that the student use the space provided next to the course requirements as a
checklist for completed coursework.
Required Courses (28 S.H.)
_____ CE 534 - Human Relations and Diversity (3 semester hours)
_____ CE 601 - Foundations of Counseling (3 semester hours)
_____ CE 611- Development Over the Lifespan
_____ CE 615 - Group Theory and Practice (3 semester hours)
_____ CE 620 - Tests, Measurements, and Research Design (3 semester hours)
_____ CE 625 - Career Development and Appraisal (3 semester hours)
_____ CE 633 - Ethical Practice and Social Change (3 semester hours)
_____ CE 658 - Microskills (3 semester hours)
_____ CE 695 - Capstone Project (1 semester hour) Additional information on page 23
Plus at least one (1) of the following:
_____ CE 622 - Family Systems Counseling (3 semester hours)
_____ CE 532 - Stress Management (3 semester hours)
_____ CE 635 - Orientation to School Counseling (3 semester hours)
_____ CE 640 - Orientation to Community Counseling (3 semester hours)
Elective Credits (6 S.H.)
Total credits required in Professional Development Program = 34 S.H.
ADMISSION CRITERIA:
Persons seeking admission to graduate study in the Counselor Education Department at Winona State University must meet the following criteria for admission see (http://www.winona.edu/counseloreducation/Admissioncriteria.htm ) and be admitted to graduate study by the Office of Graduate Studies at Winona State University. See the Winona State University Graduate Catalog for current graduate admission criteria http://www.winona.edu/gradcatalog/AdmissionPolicies.asp.
The applicant must complete all Counselor Education Department application materials (to request application materials visit http://www.winona.edu/counseloreducation/ceapplication.htm ) and be admitted to graduate study by the Office of Graduate Studies at Winona State University. Graduate Studies application forms are available online http://www.winona.edu/graduatestudy/downloadsStu.html .
The applicant must have earned a 2.75 Grade Point Average (GPA) or better on a 4.0 grading scale during their baccalaureate program. If the applicant does not meet this admission prerequisite they must complete twelve (12) semester credits of graduate work as a graduate special student and earn a grade of “B” or better in each completed course before they will be considered for admission into the Counselor Education Department.
Twice a year applications are reviewed and admissions are granted by Counselor Education Department faculty. Applicants must complete all Counselor Education Department application materials and have them on file in the department by September 1 in order to be considered for admission at the beginning of the spring semester, or by January 15 in order to be considered for admission at the beginning of the fall semester. It is the applicant's responsibility to ensure that the department has received all application materials and letters of recommendation prior to consideration for admission. Incomplete or late applications will not be considered for admission.
In addition to written application materials the applicant must complete a formal screening process including a group and individual interview with Counselor Education Department faculty and be selected as one of the top qualified candidates for admission to the Department. For additional information visit http://www.winona.edu/counseloreducation/cescreening.htm
Applicants will be notified in writing by the department chairperson of the department faculty’s decision regarding their admission status with the Counselor Education Department within ten (10) working days of the screening date.
Successful applicants are expected to enroll in CE601 Foundations of Counseling during the term for which they screened. A position is reserved for them during that term only.
All persons intending to pursue a degree from the Counselor Education Department must complete the following requirements before completing fifteen (15) semester credits of coursework:
1) complete all application and screening requirements and be admitted to the department,
2) enroll in and successfully complete CE 601 – Foundations of Counseling, (receive a grade of “B” or better) and
3) complete and file Application for Admission to Candidacy Form Candidacy Form
( http://www.winona.edu/counseloreducation/CEcandidacy.htm ) during CE 601 – Foundations of Counseling.
IMMUNIZATION RECORDS:
In accordance with Minnesota Statue 135A.14, all Winona State University students born after 1956 must provide proof of immunization against diphtheria, tetanus, measles, mumps, and rubella in order to remain enrolled. The law requires you to submit your immunization information to the Student Health Service within 45 days of the beginning of the term. For questions regarding this policy, contact the WSU Student Health Service, (507) 457-5160. If a student does not comply with the immunization requirements, they will not be permitted to register for classes. Forms are available at the Student Health Services, or online in the Winona State University Graduate Catalog, http://www.winona.edu/graduatestudy/downloadsStu.html . For a complete description of the health services provided to Winona State Students visit http://www.winona.edu/healthservices/ .
ADMISSSION SCREENING SCHEDULE COUNSELOR EDUCATION DEPARTMENT:
Screening for admission to the Counselor Education Department will be offered twice a year. Screening for fall admission will be held on the second Friday in April, and screening for spring admission will be held on the last Friday in September. Applicants will be notified by mail as to the time and location of the screening. Successful applicants will take CE601 Foundations of Counseling during the term for which they screened. For additional information visit http://www.winona.edu/counseloreducation/cescreening.htm .
ADMISSION TO CANDIDACY:
Application for Admission to Candidacy Forms may be completed only after a student has been admitted to the Counselor Education Department. The Application for Admission to Candidacy Form defines the specific program requirements that a student must meet in order to complete their degree from the Counselor Education Department. The Application for Admission to Candidacy Form may be completed only after the Office of Graduate Studies and the Counselor Education Department have admitted a student as a graduate regular student (graduate special students may not apply for candidacy). During CE 601 - Foundations of Counseling the student must complete their Application for Admission to Candidacy Form in consultation with their faculty advisor. (Online: http://www.winona.edu/counseloreducation/CEadvising.htm ).
NOTE: Any courses taken beyond sixteen (16) credits will not apply to the degree program unless a petition for waiver of the sixteen (16) credits requirement is approved by the Director of Graduate Studies see the current Winona State University Graduate Catalog for additional information http://www.winona.edu/gradcatalog/AdmissionPolicies.asp .
CHANGE IN CANDIDACY:
A Supplement to Candidacy Form must be submitted if you have in any way changed the approved program of study on your Application for Admission to Candidacy. (Available online at http://www.winona.edu/graduatestudy/downloadsStu.html ).
Graduates of the Counselor Education Department seeking readmission to the Department to pursue a second area of specialization or certification should refer to page 21.
GRADUATE SPECIAL STUDENTS:
A student who has completed a baccalaureate degree from an accredited university and who wishes to enroll in graduate courses, but does not intend to pursue a graduate degree at Winona State University, may register as a graduate special student (http://www.winona.edu/gradcatalog/AcademicPolicies.asp ).
Prospective graduate special students must complete a Graduate Special Application Form (http://www.winona.edu/graduatestudy/downloadsStu.html )to be admitted to the university. NOTE: Admission as a graduate special student does not constitute admission to the Counselor Education Department (http://www.winona.edu/gradcatalog/CounselorEducation.asp ).
Counselor Education Department applicants who do not meet the requirements for admission as a graduate regular student to Winona State University and the Counselor Education Department may be admitted as a graduate special student. All graduate regular admissions decisions by the Office of Graduate Studies and the Counselor Education Department will be delayed until the graduate special student has successfully completed twelve (12) semester credits of letter grade only graduate work with a grade of “B” or better in each completed course. Graduate special students may only register for enrollment in the following Counselor Education Department courses or other relevant graduate level coursework outside the department:
CE 532 - Stress Management
CE 534 - Human Relations and Diversity
CE 611 – Development Over the Lifespan
CE 625 - Career Development and Appraisal
CE 633 - Ethical Practice and Social Change
NOTE To Students Completing Coursework Prior To Admission to the Counselor Education Department:
Students who complete coursework in the Counselor Education Department prior to screening and admission to the department are advised that the successful completion of coursework does not guarantee their admission to the department. Only those individuals who have been admitted to the Counselor Education Department and have an approved Application for Admission to Candidacy From on file in the Office of Graduate Studies will be considered eligible to pursue a graduate degree from the Counselor Education Department.
NOTE: A student must notify the Counselor Education Department of their intent to pursue a degree prior to or during their first semester of enrollment in department coursework.
ADMISSION REQUESTS BY PERSONS HOLDING MA OR MS DEGREES FROM OTHER UNIVERSITIES:
Persons holding a MA or MS degree in counseling or related profession from another accredited university may request admission to the Counselor Education Department. However, all course transfer and course waiver requirements outlined by the Winona State University Office of Graduate Studies and the Counselor Education Department will be strictly enforced.
ENDORSEMENT STATEMENT:
When considering: 1) students for practicum and/or internship, and 2) program graduates for employment, licensure, and/or certification, the faculty of the Counselor Education Department will endorse candidates only for positions for which they qualify by education, training, and personal qualifications. Program and/or degree requirements as defined by the student's Application for Admission to Candidacy Form will serve as a guide to faculty when recommending students and graduates for specific positions in either a community counseling or school counseling setting. Both the Community Counseling and School Counseling programs offered by the Winona State University Counselor Education Department are accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs through fall, 2008.
SUPERVISION REQUESTS FOR PRACTICUM OR INTERNSHIP STUDENTS FROM OTHER UNIVERSITIES:
Every effort will be made by the Counselor Education Department faculty to work collaboratively with other universities requesting supervision of their practicum or internship students. All requests for practicum or internship supervision must come from the university. No requests from students will be considered.
NOTE: Students enrolled in counselor training programs other than the Winona State University Counselor Education Department may not enroll in CE 680 – Counseling Practicum or CE 690 – Internship.
TRANSFER OF CREDIT FROM ANOTHER ACCREDITED INSTITUTION:
Ten (10) semester graduate credits of A, B, or Pass grade may be transferred if received from regionally accredited graduate institutions and recorded as a graduate course on the student’s official transcript. Up to sixteen (16) semester graduate credits may be transferred from other Minnesota State Universities (Bemidji, Mankato, Metropolitan, Moorhead, St. Cloud, and Southwest) and the University of Minnesota. Winona State University Graduate Catalog http://www.winona.edu/gradcatalog/AcademicPolicies.asp for additional information regarding transfer credit. Transfer credits will NOT be accepted for the following Counselor Education Department Program requirements:
CE 601 - Foundations of Counseling
CE 658 - Microskills
CE 660 - Counseling Theory and Practice
CE 680 - Counseling Practicum
CE 690 - Internship
CE 695 - Capstone Project
COMMUNICATION TO STUDENTS FROM THE CE DEPARTMENT:
Students are required to activate their Winona State University email account and to check their email regularly. Department information will be sent to students via this email service on an as needed basis.
Throughout the year students may access registration information and other current department materials and information from the Counselor Education Department web site (http://www.winona.edu/counseloreducation/ ). Students may also contact faculty by telephone or e-mail as the need arises.
DESIRE2LEARN ON-LINE ACCESS FOR REGISTERED COURSE INFORMATION:
Winona State University utilizes an electronic classroom tool, currently Desire2Learn (D2L) https://winona.ims.mnscu.edu/ . Each enrolled student is given access to appropriate course documents through D2L. To access Desire2Learn from the Winona State University Home page, click on the tab for current students. On the left you will find a list with Desire2Learn at the top. Click on Desire2Learn. A new page will open and you will be asked to log in. Your log in information is your current Winona State University email access name and password. You will then see a list of your currently enrolled courses. Clicking on individual courses will bring you to the content area for that class. Posted content may include faculty lecture notes, required reading material, course schedule etc.
ADVISING:
Once an applicant has successfully completed screening and been admitted to the Counselor Education Department, the student will be assigned a faculty advisor (http://www.winona.edu/counseloreducation/CEadvising.htm ). The faculty advisor will serve throughout the student’s program of study unless the student requests a change of advisor in writing.
Requests for a change of faculty advisors must be submitted to the following individuals:
1) Bonnie Woodford, Administrative Assistant/Office Manager Counselor Education Gildemeister 132, (507-457-5335) BWoodford@winona.edu ,
2) the currently assigned faculty advisor, and
3) the faculty person the student wishes to have assigned as their new advisor.
Newly admitted students (following successful completion of Counselor Education Department faculty screening) are to contact their advisor upon receipt of their letter of acceptance from the Counselor Education Department. The faculty advisor will work with the student to complete a program of study (Application for Admission to Candidacy Form) during CE 601 – Foundations of Counseling. Decisions related to the student’s program of study, sequencing of courses, scheduling, practicum, internship, and other pertinent information related to the Counselor Education Department should be made in consultation with their faculty advisor throughout the student’s program of study. The faculty advisor will also aid the student during the planning and development of the student’s Capstone Writing Project. Students should consult with their advisor early in their program regarding their Capstone Writing Project.
FACULTY OFFICE HOURS:
Each academic semester, Counselor Education Department faculty will establish and maintain ten (10) regularly scheduled office hours per week for student advising. Students may contact individual faculty or the Counselor Education Department Administrative Assistants (507) 457-5335 (Winona) or (507) 285-7488 (Rochester) for individual faculty office hours.
COURSE SCHEDULES AND PROGRAM PLANNING:
An alternating two (2) year schedule of classes has been developed by the Counselor Education Department faculty to assist students in their program planning. This schedule should be used when planning coursework with the student's advisor.
To review the Alternating Two Year Schedule see http://www.winona.edu/counseloreducation/2yearsched_9-06.doc.
For planning purposes, students may also wish to review a recommended sequencing of courses online http://www.winona.edu/counseloreducation/CEcoursesequence.doc.
Individual course descriptions are available online http://www.winona.edu/gradcatalog/CounselorEducation.asp .
NOTE: Although classes are offered in an alternating two year schedule this should not be interpreted that the Graduate Counseling Education Program will be completed in two years of study.
COURSES REQUIRING PREREQUISITES:
Course: Prerequisite for Admission to Course:
CE 601 - Foundations of Counseling Admission to the Counselor Education Dept.
CE 620 - Tests, Measurements, and Research Design Basic statistics course (undergraduate or graduate)
CE 622 - Family Systems Counseling CE 601- Foundations of Counseling
(NOTE: A letter grade of B or better in CE 601 is required for
continued study in the CE Department).
CE 658 - Microskills CE 601 - Foundations of Counseling
CE 660 - Counseling Theory and Practice CE 658 – Microskills
(NOTE: Thirty (30) semester credits of coursework in the
department must be completed prior to enrolling in
CE 660 - Counseling Theory and Practice).
CE 680 - Counseling Practicum All coursework up to and including CE 660 –
Counseling Theory and Practice
(NOTE: A letter grade of B or better in CE 660 is required for
admittance to CE 680).
CE 690 - Internship CE 680 - Counseling Practicum
(NOTE: Students must earn a letter grade of B or
better in CE 680 in order to be admitted to CE 690)
CE 695 - Capstone May be taken concurrently with CE 680 – Counseling Practicum or CE 690 - Internship
COURSE LOADS:
Six (6) credits per semester are required for full-time status for students receiving financial aid. However, the Counselor Education Department considers nine (9) semester credits to be full-time when students are planning their program of study. No graduate student is permitted to enroll in more than twelve (12) credits per academic semester or six (6) semester credits during the summer session without approval from the Dean of the College of Education. (http://www.winona.edu/gradcatalog/AcademicPolicies.asp )
COURSES OFFERED FOR PASS/NO CREDIT GRADE OPTION:
In addition to required coursework in the Counselor Education Department that is offered for the Pass/No Credit (P/NC) grade option only, students may complete an additional nine (9) semester credits of P/NC that may be applied to their program of study. See Winona State University Graduate Catalog http://www.winona.edu/gradcatalog/AcademicPolicies.asp for additional information.
INDEPENDENT STUDY:
Counselor Education Department students may enhance their program of study by completing independent research (CE 600 – Independent Research in Counseling) in areas not covered by existing curriculum. In the case where a student wishes to do more in depth research beyond the scope of a course offering, the student must first complete the existing coursework. The student and the faculty with whom they wish to work arrange the independent study. Although no faculty vote is necessary, all Counselor Education Department faculty are to be notified of any independent study being offered by Counselor Education Department faculty. Before a student may register for CE 600 – Independent Research in Counseling, they must have received permission from the College of Education Dean’s Office and the Director of Graduate Studies to enroll in the course. Application for independent study must be completed according to announced deadlines specified in the class schedules. A maximum of nine (9) credits of independent study (3 credits in one semester or summer session) may be counted toward the approved degree program. Any exceptions will be considered on an individual basis. Application forms for independent study, arranged classes and internships may be obtained from the CED faculty member, who will be the instructor in the course, Graduate Studies, or Registrar’s Office. All Winona State University Graduate Catalog restrictions regarding independent studies apply (http://www.winona.edu/gradcatalog/AcademicPolicies.asp ).
WORKSHOPS:
Throughout the academic year and during the summer session, the Counselor Education Department offers a series of workshops to students. These workshops provide students with contemporary practice and research from the field of counseling and education as a supplement to curriculum offered in the department. Counselor Education Department workshops may be applied to a student's program of study as elective coursework. Students should contact their advisor for the most current listing of available workshops.
CHI SIGMA IOTA:
Chi Sigma Iota is the international honor society for students, professional counselors and counselor educators established at Ohio University in 1985. Its mission is to promote scholarship, research, professionalism, leadership and excellence in counseling, and to recognize high attainment in the pursuit of academic and clinical excellence in the profession of counseling. Internationally, there are currently 277 chapters, 10,218 active members, and 50,237 initiated members as of July 31, 2006. For more information on the national organization visit http://www.csi-net.org/ .
The Winona State University Chapter, Rho Sigma Upsilon, was re-established in 2002 and we currently have over 80 members. Students who have 12 graduate credits with an overall GPA of 3.5 are eligible for membership. Dues are $35.00 nationally and $5.00 locally. Monies raised assist CSI students in traveling to conferences. Students who attend conferences throughout the year share information and resources at our annual summer induction meeting. For application information contact Dr. Mary Fawcett at mfawcett@winona.edu .
CLASS ATTENDANCE:
While the Counselor Education Department does not have a uniform class attendance policy, attendance is an important aspect of professionalism. Active involvement in all class sessions is expected. Individual instructors will establish their own attendance expectations and guidelines. Students are responsible for all missed coursework.
LIBRARY RESOURCES:
All students at WSU are issued a photo ID card that is used as their library card and general identification card on campus (http://www.winona.edu/its/techsupport/5066.asp ). The WSU library barcode located on the back of the ID card allows students to access the library research databases and online resources via the internet. You must be a registered student to get a card. Notify the library if your ID card is lost or stolen, you may be liable for books checked out under your card. If you have any questions concerning ID cards, please contact: Technical Support Center: Somsen 207, Phone: 507-457-5240, email: mediaprojects@winona.edu .
Two libraries serve faculty and students in the Counselor Education Department. The Krueger Library is located on the Winona Campus. Access to the Winona State University Krueger Library is available online http://www.winona.edu/library/ . The Goddard Library & Technical Center is located in the University Center Rochester (http://www.roch.edu/), and can be accessed online at http://www.roch.edu/library. Students accessing the “Library” on the Winona State University-Rochester (http://www.winona.edu/rochester) are given the option for both Krueger Library and Goddard Library. Both Libraries are part of the MnPALS Consortium, which provides information services and resources to the Minnesota State Colleges and University system and other library systems in the state of Minnesota (http://www.mnpals.org).
STUDENT ACADEMIC MISCONDUCT:
Plagiarism or cheating may result in grade reduction and/or other serious penalties.
Examples of plagiarizing and cheating include:
• Presenting someone else’s written or spoken words or ideas as your own.
• Using direct quotes with no quotation marks, paraphrasing without crediting the source or in some other way suggesting someone else’s work is yours.
• Copying all or part of someone else’s examination, homework, etc.
• Knowingly allowing another student to copy your work or to submit your work as his or her own.
• Misrepresenting your contribution in a group project.
• Referring to notes, texts, etc. during a closed book examination.
• Collaborating with others on a take-home examination when directed not to do so.
IN PROGRESS GRADES:
A grade of In Progress (IP) will be permitted by the course instructor for special cases when circumstances prevent the student from completing course requirements by the end of the semester that the course is being offered. Completed coursework must be submitted at least two (2) weeks prior to the end of the semester in which the In Progress is to be removed in order to allow the course instructor adequate time to assess the materials and remove the In Progress grade from the student’s permanent record. So as not to delay graduation, this two (2) week window is particularly important when a student is intending to graduate at the end of the semester. The timely completion of coursework is the responsibility of the student. No reminders will be sent to the student by the Counselor Education Department or the course instructor. All In Progress grades must be removed within one (1) calendar year from the end of the semester in which an In Progress is incurred or the course grade becomes an “F.” All In Progress grades must be removed from a student’s permanent record before a graduate degree can be awarded. If the one (1) year deadline is not met and an In Progress becomes an “F” the student will be required to repeat the course. Only in the case of instructor error will a grade be changed retroactively.
CED PROGRAM GRADUATES RETURNING FOR AN ADDITIONAL AREA OF SPECIALIZATION OR CERTIFICATION:
Graduates of Counselor Education Department programs who wish to return for a second area of specialization or certification must submit a letter to the Counselor Education Department faculty requesting readmission to the department. Individuals who return for a second area of specialization or certification must complete degree requirements in effect at the time of their readmission to the department. If the applicant completed their counseling degree more than seven (7) years prior to their request for readmission, retaking core courses may be required.
All requests for readmission to the Counselor Education Department are to be submitted to the department chairperson who will bring the applicant’s request before the entire department faculty. The department chairperson will notify the applicant in writing of the department’s decision regarding their request for readmission. If the Counselor Education Department faculty approves the applicant’s request for readmission to the department, the Office of Graduate Studies will be notified of the applicant’s intent to complete an additional specialization or certification. Specific coursework will be determined by department faculty and defined on the Additional Major Form (http://www.winona.edu/graduatestudy/downloadsStu.html). Comprehensive Examination requirements for adding an additional specialization will also be determined by the entire Counselor Education Department faculty.
NOTE: Persons readmitted to the department after earning the Professional Development degree must complete all additional coursework required for the new major, including CE 660 – Counseling Theory and Practice, CE 680 – Counseling Practicum, and CE 690 – Internship. In addition, the individual must complete a comprehensive examination at the end of their required coursework covering the new program content.
REQUEST FOR COURSE WAIVER:
Students who wish to request a course waiver for required Counselor Education Department program curriculum must provide their faculty advisor with the following:
A letter to the Counselor Education Department faculty stating what course(s)
the student wishes to have waived.
A clear statement of how the required Counselor Education Department coursework has been met through coursework completed at an accredited graduate institution other than Winona State University.
A course syllabus for graduate coursework completed at an accredited graduate institution other than Winona State University that is to be considered by Counselor Education Department faculty when making course waiver decisions.
The following Counselor Education Department course requirements may not be waived:
CE 601 - Foundations of Counseling
CE 658 - Microskills
CE 660 - Counseling Theory and Practice
CE 680 - Counseling Practicum
CE 690 - Internship
CE 695 - Capstone Project
NOTE: Only the following three (3) Counselor Education Department workshops
OR graduate level coursework in human relations from an accredited institution will be considered for waiver of CE 534 - Human Relations and Diversity:
CE 495 or CE 595 - Cultural Issues and Human Relations Workshop
CE 495 or CE 595 - Gender Issues and Human Relations Workshop
CE 495 or CE 595 - Special Populations and Human Relations Workshop
COUNSELING PRACTICUM AND INTERNSHIP INFORMATION:
All students enrolled in either the Community Counseling Program or the School Counseling Program are required to complete a one hundred fifty (150) clock hour counseling practicum experience and a six hundred (600) clock hour field based internship at a site approved by the Counselor Education Department. Prior to enrollment in either the counseling practicum or internship, the student must purchase and provide proof of professional liability insurance.
Professional liability insurance can be purchased through the American Counseling Association (ACA), other professional organizations, and some employers. The starting and ending dates for both the counseling practicum and internship courses parallel the starting and ending dates of the academic semester. Only those hours logged during the academic semester in which the student has registered for either the counseling practicum or internship are eligible for course credit.
Additional information on the counseling practicum and internship is available on the Counselor Education Department webpage (http://www.winona.edu/counseloreducation/CEtraining.htm ).
CAPSTONE PROJECT:
CE 695 – Capstone Project (http://www.winona.edu/counseloreducation/comps.htm ) is taken concurrent with CE 680 – Counseling Practicum or CE 690 – Internship. The focus of this course is the completion of the student’s portfolio that is intended to synthesize knowledge, skills, and practice gained throughout the counselor preparation program. With the support and guidance of their faculty advisor, the student prepares and presents their Capstone Writing Project to Counselor Education Department faculty and students on a date scheduled by the CE 695 – Capstone Project course instructor.
The Capstone Writing Project (a 15 to 35 page paper) addresses a professional issue or problem the student has a particular interest in and may take a variety of forms, including a thesis. All projects must follow writing and reference style guidelines outlined in the current edition of the Publications Manual of the American Psychological Association (http://www.vanguard.edu/faculty/ddegelman/index.aspx?doc_id=796 ).
Capstone Writing Projects generally include the following:
Title Page
Table of Contents
Abstract
Goals and Objectives
Introduction and Rationale
Review of Relevant Literature
Method (process for addressing the issue)
Results (if student completed a research based study)
Conclusion or Discussion
Reference Page
Bibliography (if indicated)
Appendix (if indicated)
THESIS OPTION:
Counselor Education Department students may elect to complete a Master’s Thesis Paper, (CE 699 Master's Thesis ) which is an extensive research project requiring the use of scientific methods and procedures.
NOTE: Any research involving human subjects requires approval by the Winona State University Institutional Review Board (IRB) http://www.winona.edu/faculty/1172.asp .
Contact your advisor for information.
The candidate’s faculty advisor and an oral examination committee must approve the Master’s Thesis Paper. This is an opportunity for the student interested in pursuing a Ph.D. program to conduct independent research employing scientific methods and procedures in the area of the student's field of concentration. Forms for thesis binding may be downloaded from http://www.winona.edu/graduatestudy/downloadsStu.html .
PUBLICATION MANUAL OF THE AMERICAN PSYCHOLOGICAL ASSOCIATON:
All scholarly papers prepared for submission in classes offered by the Counselor Education Department require that students follow writing and referencing guidelines presented in the current edition of the Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association. Students are required to purchase the most recent edition of the Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association prior to enrollment in CE 601 – Foundations of Counseling. http://www.vanguard.edu/faculty/ddegelman/index.aspx?doc_id=796 is an online quick reference guide.
COMPREHENSIVE EXAMINATION:
All students enrolled in the Counselor Education Department are required to take and successfully pass a comprehensive examination prior to the completion of their program of study. In order to qualify for the comprehensive examination, the student must have completed all course work or be enrolled in their last course(s) (CE 680 – Counseling Practicum or CE 690 – Internship). Comprehensive examinations are offered two (2) times each year (the 2nd Thursday in October, and the first Thursday immediately following spring break).
Applying for the Comprehensive Examination – All Counselor Education Department students intending to take the comprehensive examination must file a Notification of Intent to Take Comprehensive Examination form with the Office of Graduate Studies (http://www.winona.edu/graduatestudy/downloadsStu.html) by mid July for fall semester examination and by mid October for spring semester examination. Approximately two (2) weeks prior to the schedule examination date, the Counselor Education Department Comprehensive Examination Coordinator will notify students of the examination date, time, and location.
Counselor Preparation Comprehensive Examination (CPCE) – The Counselor Education Department has adopted the CPCE for its comprehensive examination. The CPCE is a nationally normed and scored test that is comprised of one hundred sixty (160) multiple-choice questions. The CPCE tests for competence in the following areas:
1) human growth and development,
2) social and cultural foundations,
3) helping relationships,
4) group work,
5) career and lifestyle development,
6) appraisal,
7) research and program evaluation, and
8) professional orientation and ethics.
These competency areas are consistent with the core CACREP curriculum areas covered throughout the student’s program of study in the Counselor Education Department at Winona State University. These competency areas are also included on the National Counselor Examination (NCE) that the student may take if they plan to become certified as a counselor at the national level. Additionally, many states require the NCE for community counselor licensure.
Preparing for the Comprehensive Examination - The best way for students to prepare for the CPCE is to review class notes and texts required throughout their program of study in the Counselor Education Department. Students may also access Counselor Education Department Comprehensive Exam Review Materials from the Winona State University Darrell W. Krueger Library located on the Winona campus. These materials may be checked out for a two (2) hour period from the library reserve desk. Students may also visit the Center for Credentialing & Education (CCE), Inc. web site at: www.cce-global.org for information regarding study materials available for purchase. The CPCE proctor will provide students with detailed instructions for completing the examination prior to the start of the examination.
Payment for the CPCE – Payment for the CPCE is the student’s responsibility. Prior to beginning the CPCE students must provide the examination proctor with a check in the amount of forty dollars ($40.00) made payable to CCE. Students will not be permitted to sit for the examination if payment is not provided.
Verification of Identification for the Comprehensive Examination – Each student is required to provide proof of identity (picture identification required) to the examination proctor prior to beginning the comprehensive examination.
Materials Required for the Comprehensive Examination - All testing materials, including pencils, will be provided by the examination proctor.
Requirements for Passing the Comprehensive Examination – The Winona State University Counselor Education Department requires that a score of at least sixty-five percent (65%) on the CPCE be earned in order to pass the Counselor Education Department Comprehensive Examination. In the event a student does not satisfy this requirement, they will be required to complete a Take Home Essay Question, which will afford them the opportunity to conceptualize and articulate key aspects of the counselor training program curriculum at Winona State University in a written narrative format. Department faculty will review the student’s work and determine if the student’s response to the Take Home Essay Question satisfies requirements for the Counselor Education Department Comprehensive Examination.
Reporting of Comprehensive Examination Results – Every effort will be made to provide the student with test results in a timely manner. Generally, it takes between three (3) and four (4) weeks for the examination to be scored and results reported to the student. The Counselor Education Department Comprehensive Examination Coordinator will provide students with written notification of their individual comprehensive examination results.
Failure to Pass the Comprehensive Examination - In the event a student does not successfully pass the Counselor Education Department Comprehensive Examination, they will not be permitted to graduate. Thus, students are encouraged to spend adequate time preparing for the examination. Every effort will be made to accommodate students with special needs. However, special accommodations for students taking the comprehensive examination are made only if the student can provide evidence that special circumstances exist that prohibit them from completing the examination in the format described above.
GRADUATE STUDENT ADMINISTRATION – NATIONAL COUNSELOR EXAMINATION (GSA-NCE)
GSA-NCE - As a CACREP accredited program, the Winona State University Counselor Education Department is proud to be a participant in the Graduate Student Administration – National Counselor Examination (GSA-NCE) program. The GSA-NCE is a private administration of the National Counselor Examination (NCE) offered to Winona State University Counselor Education Department students who are in their final year of study. Thus, students have the advantage of taking the NCE prior to graduation at a reduced testing fee. Qualified students who pass the NCE are eligible for the National Certified Counselor (NCC) credential as well as satisfy a mental health counselor licensure requirement established in many states, including Minnesota and Wisconsin.
GSA-NCE Application Materials and Process - The GSA-NCE is offered by Winona State University twice each year (late October and late April). The examination is scheduled on the Winona campus in the fall and on the Rochester campus in the spring. Exact application deadline and examination dates are established by the GSA-NCE office and are strictly adhered to by Winona State University. Students may visit the NBCC web site at: www.nbcc.org for specific information regarding the GSA-NCE. Requests for application packets may be directed to the Winona State University GSA-NCE Campus Coordinator:
Dr. Gaylia J. Borror, GSA-NCE Campus Coordinator
Winona State University – Rochester
Rochester, MN 55904
Phone: (507) 285-7137
E-Mail: gborror@winona.edu
GRADUATION:
As described in the Academic Information Section of the Winona State University Graduate Catalog, applications for graduation must be submitted to the Winona State University Office of Graduate Studies (Somsen Hall, Room 114) at least two (2) calendar months prior to graduation. It is the sole responsibility of the student to ensure that all program requirements have been completed and that all In Progress (IP) grades have been removed from their record within ten (10) working days following the end of the semester of graduation. Late completion and submission of requirements will result in postponement of graduation to a later semester. Students completing program degree requirements during summer session will participate in the subsequent December commencement ceremony.
Counseling Education Department Program Requirement Checklist is found on page 38.
GRADUATION CELEBRATION AND COMMENCEMENT:
Counselor Education Department graduating students, their families, and friends are invited to the College of Education graduation celebration and hooding ceremony that is offered immediately before each Winona State University commencement ceremony.
This special ceremony is a time to celebrate the student’s accomplishments and to acknowledge those people who have supported the student throughout the student’s graduate program. As part of this important tradition, each graduate may select someone special in their life (e.g., spouse, partner, parents, children) to bestow their master’s hood. NOTE: This ceremony is not part of the Winona State University Commencement ceremony.
PLACEMENT OF GRADUATES:
Counselor Education Department faculty are aware of job opportunities and/or contact people at the local, state, regional, and national level. As graduation approaches, faculty work with students in the development of a resume and assist in individualized job searches. Faculty also writes letters of recommendation for students and graduates seeking employment.
In addition, students may seek career planning and placement services from the Winona State University Career Services Office. For more information regarding services provided by the Winona State University Career Services Office visit http://www.winona.edu/career/ .
STUDENT RETENTION PROCEDURE:
The student retention procedures of the CE Department enable the faculty and students to share information about student progress. The Department’s student retention policy is intended to create and maintain a vital relationship between teaching faculty and students and promote a program direction that focuses on student professional development across a variety of areas (e.g. academic performance, counseling skill acquisition, ethical behavior, counseling characteristics).
The Counselor Education (CE) Department retention evaluation procedures serve two purposes:
♣ To provide students with information related to their progress to enable them to take advantage of strengths and also eliminate weaknesses.
♣ To provide the CE faculty with information about the progress of students, to promote discussion and decisions in the best interest of students and the profession they are preparing to enter.
If, in the professional judgment of the faculty, a student’s behavior, academic performance, counseling skill development, and/or professional attitude and ethical behavior is deemed inappropriate for their level of experience and professionally unbecoming, the following steps are taken:
1. The faculty advisor meets with the student and offers suggestions for possible changes in the student’s professional development in the program.
2. If deemed necessary, the faculty advisor writes a letter to the department chair, with a copy to the student, regarding their meeting.
3. If the department chair deems the student’s problem to be serious enough in nature, the department faculty will convene to discuss and investigate the situation. The student is informed, in writing, of these proceedings and is interviewed by all or part of the department faculty, as one aspect of the investigation.
4. The department faculty in a closed meeting writes a report, including any decisions or recommendations.
5. The student’s faculty advisor and the department chair meet with the student to convey the department’s decisions and recommendations. Subsequently, the student’s progress in carrying out the department’s recommendations is also monitored. Failure to comply with the recommendation may lead to the student being required to withdraw from the program.
6. If the student does not accept the department’s decision, the appeals procedures of the Graduate School of Winona State University is available to the student. Please refer to http://www.winona.edu/gradcatalog/AcademicPolicies.asp .
As a final condition of the Student Retention Procedure, the Counselor Education Department reserves the right to amend a student’s Candidacy Form if the student is not making satisfactory progress toward meeting all degree requirements and departmental expectations for professional development. The Counselor Education Department will do this in consultation with the student and will provide a timely written notice of any required changes.
STUDENT CONCERNS / COMPLAINTS:
The Counselor Education Department and faculty value feedback from students regarding their experience in the program in general and in specific classes. Learning to provide feedback is a critical aspect of being a professional. Students are strongly encouraged to follow appropriate protocol (utilize course evaluations and direct dialogue with faculty) when expressing course and instruction-related concerns. Anonymous complaints or grievances, however, do not allow for concerns to be addressed in a positive manner with both sides being appropriately heard, and will not be addressed by the department. In the event that a student has followed appropriate protocol and believes that their concerns have not been satisfactorily addressed, they may file a formal grievance. Grievance procedures are outlined below.
ACADEMIC GRIEVANCE PROCEDURE:
In the event a student in the Counselor Education Department has an academic grievance or wishes to appeal a retention decision, he or she should arrange to resolve the problem by adhering to the following procedures:
Discuss the problem with the instructor involved.
If no resolution can be achieved, the student should present his or her grievance to the chairperson of the Counselor Education Department.
If the problem is still not resolved, the student should present their grievance to the Dean of the College of Education.
If a resolution has been unsuccessful at the College of Education dean's level, the student may present their grievance to the Vice President for Academic Affairs who will make the final determination in the dispute and inform the student and the department of that decision.
EVALUATION AND STUDENT INPUT IN THE COUNSELOR EDUCATION PROGRAM:
Internal and external program evaluation of the Winona State University Counselor Education Department is an on-going process. Within the program students always have the opportunity to provide informal feedback concerning curriculum, grades, supervision, practicum/internship site assignments, etc. In addition, students are asked to provide formal feedback through course evaluations that are completed each academic semester Currently enrolled students complete an online evaluation survey annually as part of WSU’s Assessment Day. The Follow-up Study of Counselor Education Department Master’s Graduates Questionnaire is completed by the Counselor Education Department every three (3) years. Employers, administrators, and supervisors from schools and agencies in the community are asked to complete the Employer Survey every three (3) years. Program evaluation results are made available to students and the general public on the Counselor Education Department web page.
ACCOMMODATIONS FOR STUDENTS WITH SPECIAL NEEDS:
Federal law requires that institutions make reasonable accommodations for students with physical, mental, or learning disabilities. Students with special needs are encouraged to contact both the Winona State University Disability Services Office on main campus (http://www.winona.edu/disabilityservices) and to speak privately with faculty about their special needs and make recommendations for reasonable accommodations. Faculty will provide reasonable accommodations which:
• Allow the most integrated learning experience possible.
• Do not compromise the essential requirements of a course.
• Do not pose a threat to the safety of others.
• Do not impose undue financial or administrative burdens on the Counselor Education Department.
Students having special needs must provide the Counselor Education Department
chairperson with current [no more than three (3) years old] professional documentation of the disability that limits their ability to perform at their highest level of functioning. If the student has provided documentation of special needs, Counselor Education Department faculty will work with the student to design the needed accommodations. Some examples of accommodations include:
• Allow the student to complete examinations orally.
• Allow extended, but not unlimited, time for completion of examinations.
• Allow examinations to be written in a quiet, low-stimulus environment.
• Use alternative methods for students to demonstrate course mastery (e.g., narrative tapes instead of journals).
• Allow students to dictate essays to a scribe.
• Allow the use of taped materials and resources to assist the student in reading, listening, and speaking.
PERSONAL THERAPY FOR STUDENTS:
The Counselor Education Department faculty believes that student participation as a client in individual therapy can be both a personal and professional growth experience. Counseling services are available through the Winona State University Counseling Center or through individuals and/or organizations providing confidential counseling services in the Winona, Lacrosse, and Rochester areas.
NOTE: Personal therapy with a qualified therapist may at times be required by department faculty before a student may continue their program of study. Commencement of therapy or recommendations for additional therapy may be a stipulation or condition for final admission to the Counselor Education Department. If department faculty believe (at any time during a student’s program of study) that significant life issues are impeding a student’s progress, the student may be required to seek professional counseling services from a qualified therapist outside of the Counselor Education Department. Continuation in the Counselor Education Department may be contingent on a student’s satisfactory resolution of personal life issues.
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE:
Financial assistance for graduate students enrolled in the Counselor Education Department is available through graduate assistantships, federal and state grants, scholarships, loans, and campus employment. Students may contact the Winona State University Financial Aid Office
( http://www.winona.edu/financialaid/ ) for specific financial assistance information.
Dahlen Memorial Scholarship:
Following his death in January of 1994, the family of Edward (Bud) Dahlen, Counselor Education Department student and longtime friend of Winona State University, established a five hundred dollar ($500) scholarship in Bud’s memory to be awarded yearly to a Counselor Education Department student. All current Counselor Education Department students are eligible for this award if they have been admitted to the department and are in good standing (3.0 or better GPA) at Winona State University. Scholarship recipients must be enrolled in classes during both the fall and spring semesters of the academic year following submission of their application for the scholarship.
To be considered for the Dahlen Memorial Scholarship, a student must submit an emailed application by March 1. Applicants must submit a one (1) to two (2) page letter to Counselor Education Department faculty addressing the following:
The applicant’s mailing address, telephone number(s), e-mail, and any other
relevant contact information.
The applicant’s financial need for the scholarship award.
The applicant’s personal qualities and interests relevant to their professional goals in the counseling profession.
Any additional qualifications or other pertinent information.
Application emails are to be sent to the following address:
thatfield@winona.edu
with the subject line “Bud Dahlen Memorial Scholarship”
The recipient of the Dahlen Memorial Scholarship will be notified by letter from the Winona State University Foundation Scholarship Committee after applications have been reviewed and rated by the Counselor Education Department faculty. The recipient, under the direction of the WSU scholarship administrator, then will send a thank you letter to the Dahlen family.
Graduate Assistantships
Graduate assistantships are awarded to provide graduate students with additional study and experience in their field through interaction with faculty and staff. Graduate assistants may be assigned to instructional, laboratory, research, and/or other professional duties. A graduate assistant works under the direct supervision of a graduate faculty member or full-time professional employee with a Master's degree or equivalent experience and expertise in the area of the assignment. The supervisor is responsible for the academic integrity and quality of the assistant's performance.
Graduate assistantships are available to highly qualified graduate students in several departments. WSU Regulation 3-10 governs the allocation, requirements, responsibilities and hiring procedures for graduate assistants. Graduate assistants receive a stipend and tuition assistance. Applicants should submit applications for assistantships to the appropriate department chairperson. Anyone who has been appointed to a graduate assistantship prior to the first day of classes shall be granted resident tuition status for the period of time of the appointment.
Additional Scholarship Resources:
Historically, the Minnesota Women in Psychology, Minnesota School Counselors Association, and the Wisconsin School Counselors Association has offered scholarship money to an outstanding counselor education graduate student. Check with department faculty regarding availability of funding.
Students are encouraged to check the Internet for additional scholarship and grant resources as well.
LICENSURE:
LICENSED PROFESSIONAL COUNSELOR:
Educational Requirements for Professional Counseling Licensure in Minnesota and Wisconsin
This section of the handbook is an overview of the licensing process for Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Minnesota and in Wisconsin. First, this caveat: the application for licensure is an individual process. After completing her/his graduate program, an individual applies to the Minnesota Board of Behavior Health and Therapy (BBHT) or to the Wisconsin Examining Board of Social Workers, Marriage and Family Therapists and Professional Counselors (EBSWMFT&PC) for licensure. It is the responsibility of the applicant to show the board that she/he has met all educational requirements. The BBHT or EBSWMFT&PC has to approve all applications. Having said that, students who have completed or are completing their graduate program in CACREP approved Community Counseling in the Counselor Education Department at Winona State University should meet those educational requirements. Students currently completing the School Counseling program will have to add coursework in family systems.
Minnesota Educational Requirements for LPC:
Current educational requirements for LPC are completion of a 48 semester credit master’s degree in counselor education or a related field that includes a 700 hour counseling field experience (e.g., practicum and internship) and course work in the following areas:
1. the helping relationship, including counseling theory and practice;
2. human growth and development;
3. lifestyle and career development;
4. group dynamics, processes, counseling, and consulting;
5. assessment and appraisal;
6. social and cultural foundations, including multicultural issues;
7. principles of etiology, treatment planning, and prevention of mental and emotional disorders and dysfunctional behavior;
8. family counseling and therapy;
9. research and evaluation; and
10. professional counseling orientation and ethics.
In addition to completing the above educational requirements, an applicant must pass the National Counseling Examination and submit to the BBHT a plan for supervision during the first 2,000 hours of professional practice or submit proof of supervised professional practice that is acceptable to the board. Once licensed, LPC’s must complete continuing education. This includes 12 graduate credits in counseling. Graduate credits in excess of the 48 required for the applicant’s master’s degree may be counted toward this 12-credit requirement. For more details on licensure, you may visit the BBHT website at www.bbht.state.mn.us.
Wisconsin Educational Requirements for LPC:
Current educational requirements for Professional Counselor in Wisconsin are completion of a 42 semester credit master’s degree in counselor education or a related field that includes a 3 semester hour counseling practicum, a 3 semester hour counseling theory course, and at least 3 semester hours in at least 6 of the 8 following areas:
a. Human growth and development
b. Social and cultural foundations
c. The helping relationship
d. Group dynamics processing and counseling
e. Lifestyle and career development
f. Appraisal of individuals
g. Research and evaluation
h. Professional counseling orientation
In addition to completing the above educational requirements, an applicant must pass the National Counseling Examination and complete post-degree supervised experience.
SCHOOL COUNSELOR LICENSURE:
The Counselor Education Department School Counseling program has been nationally accredited since 2001 by CACREP, the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs. In addition, it is an approved licensure program by the Minnesota Department of Education (DOE) and the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (DPI).
Things to Keep in Mind:
Upon admission to the Counselor Education Department, all CE students meet with their advisor to complete a Candidacy form and to make a general plan for their School Counseling program, including any courses required for state licensure that are not CE program requirements (see below).
The student should be intentional about building in-school K-12 experiences into their courses, thus also gathering information about potential practicum and internship placement sites.
The student must obtain and complete all required licensure application materials from the appropriate State Offices (see below). Completed applications must include an official copy of the student's final transcript.
School Counselor licensure both in MN and WI is only for grades pre K-12, and program requirements reflect this standard (this has been in place in MN for several years, and was instituted in WI in July, 2004).
Minnesota State Requirements for School Counselor Licensure:
Educator Licensing and Teacher Quality
Minnesota Department of Education
1500 Highway 36 West
Roseville, MN 55113-4266
Personnel Licensing Telephone Number: (651) 582-8691, then press 1 [then 7 for questions]
Email address to have licensure packet mailed to you: mde.educator-licensing@state.mn.us
Web: http://education.state.mn.us/mdeprod/groups/CounselCharacService/documents/Instruction/032552.pdf [application forms and information can be downloaded]
As graduates of a CACREP-approved school counseling program, CE school counseling graduates need only forward the necessary licensure application and supporting documents to the MN Department of Education for licensure approval. All requisite coursework must be completed prior to the licensure request; there are no “provisional” or “limited” licenses for school counselors in Minnesota.
**NOTE: Besides the completion of all CE School Counseling program requirements, the only additional specific competency area that must be addressed prior to licensure is
Exceptional Children and Youth [SP ED 400/500, or other equivalent coursework]
CE grads previously certified as teachers already may have taken an exceptional child course, and would need to document this with the CE Department prior to their licensure application. All other students need to complete SP ED 400/500, and should discuss with their advisor the pros and cons of registering for undergraduate vs. graduate credit.
Though not specifically required, the CE Department strongly recommends that all school counseling graduates also take at least an introductory course on chemical dependency issues and treatment.
Wisconsin State Requirements for School Counselor Licensure:
WI Department of Public Instruction
125 S. Webster St.
P.O. Box 7841
Madison, WI 53703-7841
800-441-4563 / 608-266-3390
Web: www.dpi.state.wi.us
Gary Spear, Consultant, School Counseling Programs
Telephone Number: (608) 266-2820
gary.spear@dpi.state.wi.us
Gary's office manager is Jackie Brashi (608) 266-4447
jackie.brashi@dpi.state.wi.us
To qualify for the Wisconsin "Initial Education License" as a school counselor (a 5-year non-renewable license) Counselor Education Department graduates must document completion of the Winona State University Counselor Education Department School Counselor program
plus one of the following:
(a) existing teacher licensure with at least two years of successful teaching experience,
(b) a full-year, full-time K-12 school counseling internship, or
(c) at least two (2) years successful experience as a licensed school counselor.
**NOTE: For any Counselor Education Department School Counseling program graduates who cannot meet the second basic licensure requirement under (a, b, or c) above, they are also eligible for licensure by applying for a special "3-Year Non-Renewable License," with which the graduate can be hired immediately as a school counselor in Wisconsin. This three-year license can be issued for a person to meet the licensure requirement. If any additional specific State of Wisconsin licensure requirements not specifically covered in the CE School Counseling program (e.g., Exceptional Children 400/500) need to be completed, they can be met during this three-year period. After a minimum of two (2) years with the "3-Year Nonrenewable License" and upon completion of all requirements, the counselor can apply for the standard "Initial Educator License," good for five (5) years and for which the counselor's school district (NOT the WSU Counselor Education Department) recommends approval to DPI.
***NOTE: Besides the completion of all CE School Counseling program requirements, the only additional specific competency areas that must be addressed prior to licensure are
Exceptional Children and Youth [SP ED 400/500, or other equivalent coursework]
North American Indian Tribes Indigenous to WI [met as special assignment in CE534]
CE grads previously certified as teachers already may have taken an exceptional child course, and would need to document this with the CE Department prior to their licensure application. All other students need to complete SP ED 400/500, and should discuss with their advisor the pros and cons of registering for undergraduate vs. graduate credit. CE grads previously certified as teachers in Wisconsin also may have completed the indigenous Indian tribes requirement, and likewise would need to document this with the CE Department prior to their licensure application. All other student must complete the special assignment when they take CE 534.
As is the case for Minnesota licensure, though not specifically required, the CE Department strongly recommends that all school counseling graduates also take at least an introductory course on chemical dependency issues and treatment.
Finally, in time all WI school counselor license applicants will be required to pass an exam. Currently, the school counselor’s exam is under revision, and not required as yet.
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For access to the complete Wisconsin school licensure law [PI 34, adopted in July 2004], log on to the DPI web site at http://www.dpi.state.wi.us/dpi/dlsis/tel/pi34.html .
All CE school counseling graduates should be aware that all of the following is relevant to their Wisconsin DPI school counseling licensure:
PI 34.04 Pupil services standards [**this includes School Counselors**]. To receive a license in a pupil services category under s. PI 34.31, an applicant shall complete an approved program and demonstrate proficient performance in the knowledge, skills and dispositions under all of the following standards:
The pupil services professional understands the teacher standards under s. PI 34.02.
PI 34.02 Teacher Standards. To receive a license to teach in Wisconsin, an applicant shall complete an approved program and demonstrate proficient performance in the knowledge, skills and dispositions under all of the following standards:
(1) The teacher understands the central concepts, tools of inquiry, and structures of the disciplines he or she teaches and can create learning experiences that make these aspects of subject matter meaningful for pupils.
(2) The teacher understands how children with broad ranges of ability learn and provides instruction that supports their intellectual, social, and personal development.
(3) The teacher understands how pupils differ in their approaches to learning and the barriers that impede learning and can adapt instruction to meet the diverse needs of pupils, including those with disabilities and exceptionalities.
(4) The teacher understands and uses a variety of instructional strategies, including the use of technology to encourage children’s development of critical thinking, problem solving, and performance skills.
(5) The teacher uses an understanding of individual and group motivation and behavior to create a learning environment that encourages positive social interaction, active engagement in learning, and self-motivation.
(6) The teacher uses effective verbal and nonverbal communication techniques as well as instructional media and technology to foster active inquiry, collaboration, and supportive interaction in the classroom.
(7) The teacher organizes and plans systematic instruction based upon knowledge of subject matter, pupils, the community, and curriculum goals.
(8) The teacher understands and uses formal and informal assessment strategies to evaluate and ensure the continuous intellectual, social, and physical development of the pupil.
(9) The teacher is a reflective practitioner who continually evaluates the effect of his or her choices and actions on pupils, parents, professionals in the learning community and others and who actively seeks out opportunities to grow professionally.
(10) The teacher fosters relationships with school colleagues, parents, and agencies in the larger community to support pupil learning and well being and who acts with integrity, fairness and in an ethical manner.
(2) The pupil services professional understands the complexities of learning and knowledge of comprehensive, coordinated practice strategies that support pupil learning, health, safety and development.
(3) The pupil services professional has the ability to use research, research methods and knowledge about issues and trends to improve practice in schools and classrooms.
(4) The pupil services professional understands and represents professional ethics and social behaviors appropriate for school and community.
(5) The pupil services professional understands the organization, development, management and content of collaborative and mutually supportive pupil services programs within educational settings.
(6) The pupil services professional is able to address comprehensively the wide range of social, emotional, behavioral and physical issues and circumstances which may limit pupils’ abilities to achieve positive learning outcomes through development, implementation and evaluation of system-wide interventions and strategies.
(7) The pupil services professional interacts successfully with pupils, parents, professional educators, employers, and community support systems such as juvenile justice, public health, human services and adult education.
APPENDIX A
Counselor Education Department Program Checklist
COUNSELOR EDUCATION DEPARTMENT
PROGRAM CHECKLIST
Once a student has been admitted to the Counselor Education Department there are a number of important requirements that must be met prior to graduation. Please use the space provided below as a checklist for Counselor Education Department and Winona State University Office of Graduate Studies requirements that have been met.
_____ 1. Application for Admission to Candidacy Form has been completed and is on file in the Office of Graduate Studies (Application for Admission to Candidacy Form is completed with the faculty advisor during CE 601 - Foundations of Counseling).
_____ 2. Transfer credit has been approved and has been recorded on the student’s Application for Admission to Candidacy Form or the Supplement to Candidacy Form.
_____ 3. An official transcript of approved transfer credit is on file in the Office of Graduate Studies.
_____ 4. Professional liability insurance has been purchased and verification of coverage is on file in the student’s practicum/internship folder (must be on file prior to enrollment in
CE 680 – Counseling Practicum).
_____ 5 All practicum (150 clock hours) requirements have been met and required paperwork has been submitted to the course instructor.
_____ 6. Intent to take the Comprehensive Examination has been filed with the
Office of Graduate Studies (must be filed by mid-term of the semester before the Comprehensive Examination is taken).
_____ 7. The Comprehensive Examination has been passed and results are on file in the Office of Graduate Studies.
_____ 8. All In Progress (IP) coursework has been removed from the student's permanent record (must be removed no later than ten (10) working days following the end of the semester of graduation).
_____ 9. Any changes in the student's program of study have been approved and are recorded on a Supplement to Candidacy Form (the Supplement to Candidacy Form must be on file in the Office of Graduate Studies).
_____ 10. All Capstone Writing Project requirements have been successfully completed (results must be on file in the Office of Graduate Studies).
_____ 11 All internship (600 clock hours) requirements have been met and required paperwork has been submitted to the course instructor.
_____ 12. All degree requirements as defined on the student's Application for Admission to Candidacy Form have been met.
_____ 13. The student has maintained a GPA of 3.0 or better throughout their graduate program.
_____ 14. An Application for Graduation has been completed and is on file in the Office of Graduate Studies (must be on file at least two (2) calendar months prior to graduation).
_____ 15. The Office of Graduate Studies has been notified of the student's intent to attend Commencement
APPENDIX B
Winona State University Directory
WINONA STATE UNIVERSITY DIRECTORY
Counselor Education Department General Information:
Counselor Education Department – Winona Campus
Winona State University
132 Gildemeister Hall, Winona, MN 55987
Telephone Numbers: (507) 457-5335 or (800) 242-8978 ext. 5335
FAX Number: (507) 457-5882
Counselor Education Department – Rochester Campus
University Center Rochester
859 30th Ave. S.E., Rochester, MN 55904
Telephone Numbers: (507) 285-7488 or (800) 366-5418
Counselor Education Department Web Pages:
CE Home Page …………….…………… http://www.winona.edu/counseloreducation/
CE Graduate Catalog …. http://www.winona.edu/gradcatalog/CounselorEducation.asp
Counselor Education Department Faculty and Staff:
Gaylia Borror, Ph.D. …………………………………………...…. Faculty
(507) 285-7137 (Rochester)
e-mail: gborror@winona.edu
Cyndi Briggs, Ph.D. …………………………………..…………... Faculty
(507) 280-2818 (Rochester)
e-mail: cbriggs@winona.edu
Mary Fawcett, Ph.D. ……………………………………..….……. Faculty
(507) 457 –5338 (Winona)
e-mail: mfawcett@winona.edu
Tim Hatfield, Ph.D. …………….……………………… Faculty and Chair
(507) 457-5337 (Winona)
e-mail: thatfield@winona.edu
Nick Ruiz, Ph.D. ………………………………..………………… Faculty
(507) 285-7136 (Rochester)
e-mail: nruiz@winona.edu
Counselor Education Department Administrative Support Staff:
Kathie Mangan …..…………………………… Administrative Assistant
(507) 285-7488 (Rochester)
e-mail: kmangan@winona.edu
Bonnie Woodford …………………………….. Administrative Assistant
(507) 457-5335 (Winona)
e-mail: bwoodford@winona.edu
General Winona State University Numbers:
Bookstore (Winona) ………………………………………..…... 457-5319
Bookstore (Rochester) ……………………………………..…… 285-7202
Financial Aid (Winona) …………………………………..…….. 457-5090
Financial Aid (Rochester) ………….……………………..…….. 285-7271
Library (Winona) …………………………………………..…… 457-5140
Library (Rochester) ……….……………………….……….…… 285-7233
Office of Graduate Studies (Winona) ……….……….…….…… 457-5038
Registrar (Winona) ……………………………….………….…. 457-5030
Registration Information (Rochester) .……………………..…… 285-7100
Professional Organizations:
American Counseling Association (ACA) …..….…....….. (800) 347-6647 / www.counseling.org
American School Counseling Association (ASCA) .. (800) 306-4722 / www.schoolcounselor.org
Minnesota Counseling Association ………………………...……. http://www.mncounseling.org/
Minnesota School Counseling Association ………..…….… http://www.mnschoolcounselors.org
Wisconsin Counseling Association (WCA) .…..… 608.356.3217 / http://www.wicounseling.org/
Wisconsin School Counseling Association (WSCA) .. 262.884.9107 / http://www.wscaweb.com/
APPENDIX C
A Quick Course in Time Management
and
The Ten Most Common “Bad Habits” of Ineffective Time Management
A QUICK COURSE IN TIME MANAGEMENT
Always work with a “TO DO” list.
Assign and work according to PRIORITIES.
PLAN EVERY DAY - Before you get into action.
DELEGATE – Whenever possible.
Try to work out “THE BLOCKS”.
Avoid or CONTROL INTERRUPTIONS.
Lean to say “NO” (I can’t).
Manage to get a “QUIET TIME” EVERY DAY.
Keep (and save) your DAILY RECORDS (Plans, to-do lists, etc.).
DIVIDE “BIG” TASKS – Accomplish small segments.
Become aware of and FIGHT PERFECTIONISM.
Always look for the “EASY WAY”.
ASK FOR HELP.
Increase TIME AWARENESS.
Time increment thinking.
Your time horizon.
“Backward thinking” then/now.
AVOID CLUTTER.
Set up REMINDER SYSTEMS.
Have a PAPERWORK SYSTEM.
For PROCRASTINATION:
“Charting”.
Don’t wait for “right mood” or “inspiration”.
Set up self-imposed deadlines.
Look for hidden “fear of failure”.
Write down fleeting ideas on 3” x 5” cards or journal.
Have a personal goals plan.
THE TEN MOST COMMON “BAD HABITS” OF
INEFFECTIVE TIME MANAGEMENT
Working without a daily plan.
Working on low priority items while high priority items are deferred.
Trying to do “EVERYTHING”.
(Non-delegation – aversion to asking for help).
Unconsciously trying to do everything equally well.
No discrimination (PERFECTIONISM).
Not distinguishing between URGENT and IMPORTANT.
Interruptions – (Failing to Control).
Telephone interruptions.
Drop-in visitors.
Self-originated.
Doing work more appropriate for a worker of a lesser grade.
Great difficulty in or fear of, saying “NO”.
Personal inefficiency:
Habits
Not using “tools”
Not thinking ahead.
10) Working without a long-range plan.