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Advanced School Counseling for Postsecondary Success

Make a real difference for K-12 students with UNC Pembroke’s Advanced School Counseling certificate. In this 12-credit, fully online program, you’ll have the flexibility to learn on your schedule. Gain the skills to support every student’s path to postsecondary success.

Application Deadline

August 11, 2025

Classes Start

August 18, 2025

 

Program Details

This fully online certificate is available to:

  • Current UNCP PSC Students: If you’re in the 60-credit Professional School Counseling (PSC) program, you can earn this certificate alongside your degree, simply fulfill elective requirements and complete two additional courses.
  • Licensed School Counselors: Those already licensed will gain advanced training in school counseling

For PSC students, the CNS5750 College and Career Readiness course counts toward certificate requirements. Upon completion, you’ll graduate with both a PSC degree and the Advanced School Counseling for Postsecondary Success certificate, totaling 63 credit hours.

Explore Program Requirements

  • CNS 5650 School Counselor as Leader, Advocate and Consultant (summer II)
  • CNS 5750 College and Career Readiness (spring)
  • CNS 5770 Evidence-Based School Counseling (summer I)
  • CNS 5780 Addressing the Achievement Gap and Issues of Social Justice (spring)

Invest in Your Success
Financial Aid Opportunities

The Advanced School Counseling program qualifies for financial aid, making it easier for you to pursue your education. With the right help, you can focus on building your skills without financial worries. Explore all your financial aid options at the link below.

Financial Aid
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Get In Touch

Our Admissions counselors are here to answer any questions you have.

or call us at 910.521.6271

 

 

Meet Our Faculty

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Jonathan Ricks

Associate Professor of Counseling and Director of the Professional School Counseling


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