Master in Professional Counseling, School Counseling

Southern Adventist University, located in Collegedale and founded in 1892, offers an education that integrates academic excellence with spiritual and character development. The university serves a student community focused on holistic learning, combining rigorous degree programs with faith-based values and service opportunities. Southern Adventist provides a supportive campus environment where students grow academically and personally in small-class settings with engaged faculty.

The university offers a broad range of undergraduate and graduate programs across arts, sciences, business, education, nursing and theology, emphasizing experiential learning and community engagement. Facilities support both academic pursuits and campus life, and the institution’s commitment to service and leadership prepares graduates for meaningful careers and civic contribution. Career services, practicum placements and faith-integrated curricula help students translate classroom learning into professional competence and ethical practice.

International students at Southern Adventist University can expect a close-knit community, access to personalized advising and opportunities to participate in service projects and campus ministries. The university’s values-driven approach appeals to students seeking both academic preparation and spiritual growth. Prospective applicants should highlight academic readiness and an interest in community engagement when applying, and can benefit from early contact with admissions and international student services to plan accommodation and orientation.

The Master in Professional Counseling, School Counseling is a master's degree program for students who want to support K-12 students. It takes one year to complete and is taught in English. The program helps students develop skills to provide support in elementary, middle, and high schools.

The curriculum includes training and technical skills to serve students in public and private schools. Students learn how to provide support in various school settings. The program also helps students develop resources to support students' emotional and academic growth.

Graduates of this program can work as School Counselors, Guidance Counselors, or Student Support Specialists. They can also work in public or private schools, or in educational consulting firms. Some graduates may work as Child Development Specialists or Youth Counselors, helping children and adolescents develop social and emotional skills.