PhD in Counselor Education and Supervision

Start date

11/25/2024: Course-Based

Tuition Savings

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CACREP Accredited

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

Impact the Future of Counseling With Walden’s CACREP-Accredited PhD in Counselor Education and Supervision Program

Do you want to help shape the next generation of counseling practitioners? Expand your expertise—and your impact—with Walden’s online PhD in Counselor Education and Supervision program.

In this program, you’ll:

Customize Your Path

Choose the General Program or one of six PhD specializations to expand your counseling knowledge and teaching credentials.

Benefit From a Supportive Community

Regular opportunities for engagement allow you to forge deeper connections with faculty and peers.

Study on Your Schedule

Pick a program start date that works for you, and interact synchronously or asynchronously with instructors and peers while completing coursework online.

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Walden University’s PhD in Counselor Education and Supervision program is accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP), a specialized accrediting body recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).¹

Specializations

Addiction Counseling

School Counseling

Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Trauma and Crisis

Marriage, Couple, and Family Counseling

Telehealth Counseling, Private Practice and Supervision

Curriculum

In this program, you will prepare to:

Synthesize theories and evidence-based practices across counselor education domains. (Knowledge)
Create counselor education approaches to address diverse counselors-in-training. (Knowledge)
Develop counselor education and supervision interventions to promote social change. (Skills)
Employ professional counselor educator and supervisor behaviors in professional settings. (Dispositions)

My doctorate from Walden opened more professional opportunities for me and boosted my confidence to start my counseling practice, which became a group in less than a year.

Letitia Browne-James | PhD in Counselor Education and Supervision ’18 Graduate

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A Personalized Guide to Completing Your Doctorate.

Earning your online PhD in Counselor Education and Supervision requires commitment, perseverance, and hard work. You can do it, and Walden is here to help—with our Doctoral Degree Coach™.

Map and Track Milestones

Break your research down into manageable, sequential steps. See where you are, what’s ahead, and what you’ve already accomplished—all in one place.

Connect With Faculty

Stay on the same page and keep your progress on track. With shared access to your dashboard, your chair can easily guide you through your checklists, goals, and timelines.

Meet Weekly Targets

No more guesswork. Set prompts based on your to-do list and receive reminders and updates directly to your inbox.

Access Helpful Resources

Quickly find support from the right person at the right time. Our comprehensive resource guide points you in the right direction—no more frustrating searches.

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Career Options

A PhD in Counselor Education and Supervision can academically prepare you to work in settings such as:

Mental health facilities
Hospitals and clinics
Rehabilitation centers
Nonprofit organizations
Private practice

Career options may require additional experience, training, or other factors beyond the successful completion of this degree program.

Entry Requirements

A master's degree or higher is required for entrance into this program. You will also be required to submit a completed online application, employment history, and official transcripts.

An Enrollment Specialist will help you gather all of the required materials, starting with your application and continuing all the way through your first day of classes.

Funding Your Education

Limited Time Offer

Speak with an enrollment specialist to learn about our current tuition savings.

Ongoing Military Offer

A 15% tuition reduction for servicemembers, veterans of the U.S. armed forces, employees of the Department of Veterans Affairs, and their spouses.²

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How to Apply

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¹Walden University’s PhD in Counselor Education and Supervision program is accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP), a specialized accrediting body recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).

ONGOING MILITARY OFFER:

² A 15% tuition reduction is available to new students who are servicemembers, veterans of the U.S. armed forces, or employees of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). This tuition reduction is also available if you are a spouse of a servicemember, veteran, or employee of the VA. This tuition reduction cannot be retroactively applied.

Tuition reductions are applicable to tuition only and do not apply toward books, materials, and other supplies or fees needed for a course.Walden may change the tuition reduction offered hereunder at any time, but such change will not affect the tuition reduction for students who are currently enrolled at Walden and using the existing tuition reduction. All tuition reductions, grants, or scholarships are subject to specific eligibility requirements. Contact a Walden University Enrollment Specialist for details.

Note on Licensure:

The PhD in Counselor Education and Supervision is not a licensure program and does not prepare an individual to become a licensed counseling professional.