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School Counseling C.A.G.S.

Susan ScullyDr. Susan Scully,  Director
Our rigorous, comprehensive program has been “approved with distinction” by Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE). There are only three institutions in the state with this designation. Students in the school counseling programs at Assumption University are educated and trained in counseling strategies and interventions (academic, social, emotional, behavioral, and career) to facilitate positive outcomes for PreK-12 youth. The needs of school-age youth have become significant with the role of technology, familial stress, academic pressures, etc. Therefore, the role of counselors in the schools has become quite expansive. Youth cannot achieve academic success if they are struggling in other domains of functioning. Our programs have a well-defined mission focused on the tenets of social justice and anti-bias education. The faculty are knowledgeable educators and practicing school support personnel (school psychologists, administrators, school counselors, school adjustment counselors). They model the disposition and characteristics required to be an effective counselor in the schools. Class sizes are small and there are opportunities to connect with faculty and classmates. Students in the program typically coalesce and form life-long professional relationships. An Exceptional Program at an Affordable Tuition

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School Counseling C.A.G.S. Program Contact
Stephanie E. Plotkin Murin, M.Ed.

Stephanie E. Plotkin Murin, M.Ed.

Assistant Director of Graduate Admissions
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508-767-7105 Admissions House - Room 203
Susan Scully, Ph.D.

Susan Scully, Ph.D.

Associate Professor , Director of School Counseling, Core Faculty Member in Rehabilitation Counseling
Kennedy Building - Room 107D
Sabine Prizio

Sabine Prizio

Administrative Assistant to Graduate Programs
508-767-7297 Kennedy Hall - Room 169

An Ideal Place to Learn

Competitively priced tuition
DESE
Approved programs by the MA Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
100%
100% of our students met or exceeded DESE standards for school counselor and adjustment counselor All Levels, as rated by their site supervisor

Program Curriculum

  • After completing the program, graduates will be able to:

    • Apply knowledge of learning, behavioral, social, emotional and physical needs of diverse learners throughout the lifespan within a developmental framework using a biopsychosocial theoretical model;
    • Demonstrate ethical counseling skills and compliance with school laws and mandates;
    • Utilize evidence-based prevention and intervention practices in the domains of personal-social, academic, career and workplace;
    • Select and apply college and career counseling interventions based on theoretical models and state and national school counseling models;
    • Implement effective consultation and collaboration problem-solving skills in school, community and family contexts for academic and behavioral problems;
    • Integrate Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks with state and national models of comprehensive school counseling;
    • Communicate psychological and educational and statewide testing practices and results to teachers, students and parents;
    • Analyze research in the field and develop and conduct outcomes-based assessments;
    • Demonstrate a commitment to all students and families using counseling strategies that are culturally responsive;
    • Develop leadership skills and demonstrate strong communication skills within a learning community.
  • CAGS Course Descriptions

Faculty

Susan Scully, Ph.D.
Susan Scully, Ph.D.
Program Director Associate Professor Director of School Counseling Core Faculty Member in Rehabilitation Counseling
Jennifer Baublitz, MA/ CAGS
Jennifer Baublitz, MA/ CAGS
Lecturer, Psychology Undergraduate Program, School Counseling and SMVF Graduate Programs
Dawn Breault
Dawn Breault
Lecturer, School Counseling and Transition Specialist Graduate Programs
Lea F. Christo, MSW, LICSW, BCPA
Lea F. Christo, MSW, LICSW, BCPA
Associate Professor of Practice School of Graduate Studies School Counseling Program; Coordinator of Resiliency in Helping Professions Program
Lauren Colwell, MA, LMHC
Lauren Colwell, MA, LMHC
Lecturer, School Counseling Programs
Brendan Keenan, Ed.D., MSW, CAEL
Brendan Keenan, Ed.D., MSW, CAEL
Adjunct Faculty Graduate School Counseling
Jean Lindquist-Grady
Jean Lindquist-Grady
Lecturer, School Counseling and Special Education Graduate Programs
Katelyn McGowan
Katelyn McGowan
Lecturer, School Counseling Graduate Program
Lorette M. McWilliams, Ph.D.
Lorette M. McWilliams, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor of Practice, Human Services
Allison Negron Campbell, BA, MSW, CAGS, LICSW
Allison Negron Campbell, BA, MSW, CAGS, LICSW
Adjunct Faculty
Gary R Senecal, Ph.D.
Gary R Senecal, Ph.D.
Associate Professor of Human Services
Scott M. Smith, LMHC
Scott M. Smith, LMHC
Lecturer, School Counseling Graduate Program
Tyshawn J. Thompson
Tyshawn J. Thompson
Lecturer, School Counseling Graduate Program

Graduate Admission Events and Ways to Connect With Us

We invite you to learn more about our graduate programs - either through a visit to campus, attending an information session or by scheduling a phone or virtual conversation with an admissions team member or one of our program directors.

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Admission Requirements

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  • Graduate Application
  • Completion of three online recommendation forms
  • Official Transcript(s)
  • Personal Statement
  • Current Resume
  • Interview with Program Faculty
  • GRE not required
  • MTEL Passage not Required
  • TOEFL or IELTS for applicants whose native language is not English
*We strongly recommend at least one academic letter of recommendation; the remaining letter(s) may be professional. All recommendations may be professional if an academic letter is not feasible. However, all letters should address the student’s ability to complete graduate-level academic work. Applicants may feel free to provide more than two recommendations.
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Graduate Research Symposium

Assumption University Graduate School Annual Symposium showcases research, innovative projects, successful case study, and creative work of graduate students and recent alums from every graduate program. We offer all graduate students in every program an opportunity to present their excellent work on diverse topics.
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Veterans at Assumption

Assumption University recognizes that servicemen and women have demonstrated great courage and made tremendous sacrifices in service to our nation and its people. The University has introduced a number of programs and services to assist veterans during the application process and while veterans are attending Assumption. We also have a lounge designated only for our veteran students. Assumption University is committed to maintaining recognition as a Military Friendly institution.  We strive to eliminate barriers to success for our Service Members, Veterans, and their qualified dependents.
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