Master of Science in Counseling
•   Clinical Mental Health Counseling
•   School Counseling

Master of Science in Education
•  Curriculum and Instruction
•  Educational Administration and Supervision (Hybrid*)
•  Inclusive Education (Hybrid*)
•  Literacy Education
•  Outdoor Teacher Education (Hybrid*)

Counseling

The Professional Counseling track program can be completed in a minimum of seven semesters, including some summer enrollment. The School Counseling program requires a minimum of six semesters, including some summer enrollment.
Upon completing the program, you will have met the academic requirements for the Tennessee Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) or School Counselor Certification.

Your courses include topics such as developmental psychology, principles of counseling, psychopathology, statistics, theories of personality, multicultural issues in counseling, ethics and legal aspects of counseling, assessment and appraisal, theories and techniques of psychotherapy, as well as practical and clinical internship experiences.

Scheduling To Fit Your Needs

Many students continue to work while earning their degree. Courses are conveniently scheduled to allow students to work while attending classes three evenings per week.

Education

Choose the area of emphasis that most interests you, and select your coursework accordingly. Core courses for most programs include topics such as educational research, curriculum development, statistics, fieldwork, technology and the educator, and educational assessment. The Outdoor Education emphasis includes uniquely tailored courses such as adventure-based counseling, nature study, leadership in outdoor education, and developing outdoor teaching sites.

Scheduling To Fit Your Needs

Classes are offered in June and July to allow you to continue working while completing your degree in just three summers, if you enroll full-time each summer. Outdoor Education classes are also available during the regular school year in 10-day intensive sessions.

Outdoor Teacher Education Emphasis

This program is designed for classroom teachers, outdoor professionals, youth workers, or anyone who wants to use more effectively God’s book of nature in teaching and outdoor programming. Generally, the classes and field experiences involve examining, evaluating, developing, and implementing outdoor education programs. Activities, such as canoeing, kayaking, backpacking, and rock climbing are included as part of many of the courses, but are not the primary focus. Students can complete their coursework in three to four semesters, and may choose from two attendance options.

Option 1: The Outdoor Professional Intensives
These intensive sessions are designed for outdoor professionals (camp directors, naturalists, etc.) who need to continue working while enrolled in classes. To accommodate the schedules of such professionals, each semester requires attendance of a 10-day intensive, with additional projects and/or assignments to be completed individually in an outdoor setting after the session. Participation in these intensive sessions represents a commitment to the outdoor education field and is an opportunity for students to test their skills, knowledge, desires, and career goals.  Students in this attendance option must be employed or have access to an outdoor facility in order to complete field experiences required.

Option 2: The Classroom Teacher Summer Field School
The summer field school attendance option is designed for K-12 teachers who would like to use outdoor laboratories to enrich the classroom curriculum. Typically the student will attend three consecutive eight-week summer school sessions in order to complete the degree. Some students may elect to do independent study or an internship as part of their coursework. Independent study allows the teacher to develop outdoor units of study within their classrooms. Internships allow the teacher to network with outdoor professionals in their home community.

*Hybrid courses combine the convenience of online delivery with traditional classroom interaction during on-campus intensives.