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Director of School Counseling Services Certification (Online)

Teacher Certification

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If you鈥檙e ready to lead a school counseling department and shape the future of student support services, Montclair鈥檚 Director of School Counseling Services Certification program will prepare you to take that next step.

This 12-credit, fully online program is designed for experienced, licensed school counselors who want to move into administrative leadership roles. You鈥檒l gain the skills to oversee counseling staff, manage departmental operations, and design comprehensive, data-driven counseling programs that meet the needs of diverse student populations.

Coursework explores leadership theory, program evaluation, legal and ethical issues in school counseling, and strategies for creating equitable, inclusive student support systems. You鈥檒l learn from faculty with real-world administrative experience and have opportunities to apply concepts to your current school or district setting.

The flexible, asynchronous format allows you to balance your professional responsibilities while earning your certification. Upon completion, you鈥檒l meet the academic requirements for the New Jersey Department of Education requirement for the Director of School Counseling Services endorsement鈥攐pening the door to leadership positions that influence policy, practice, and student outcomes.

If you鈥檙e ready to lead with vision and elevate the role of counseling in education, Montclair鈥檚 Director of School Counseling Services Certification can get you there.

Online

Take advantage of Montclair鈥檚 flexible, entirely online offerings and earn your certification.

You鈥檒l take four courses over one year, and our asynchronous format allows you to do them on your time. You鈥檒l level up at work without sacrificing your life.

Admission Requirements

  • Applicants with non-U.S. degrees: Please visit the international applicants page to review U.S. degree equivalency information.
  • Master’s degree or higher from a regionally accredited college or university.
  • A standard NJ educational services certification with a school counseling endorsement or its out-of-state equivalent.
  • 3 years as a licensed school counselor is required for certification
  • *Students seeking an F1/J1 visa are not eligible for this certification program unless they are currently pursuing a master’s degree at 糖心vlog and are able to simultaneously pursue both programs while maintaining their student visa requirements.

Application Checklist

  • Application Deadline: Rolling admission.
  • Online Application: and $60 non-refundable fee (or waiver if applicable).
  • Transcript: One from each college attended.
  • Essay/Personal Statement: Two Short Answer Questions (250-350 Words each).
    1. Describe a time when you demonstrated leadership in your school/district OR describe a challenge you have faced that has influenced your leadership approach.
    2. The Educational Leadership Department at 糖心vlog aims to prepare culturally responsive and anti-racist leaders who create more equitable schools and a more just society. Describe some ways you could contribute to supporting equity and diversity in your school/district.
  • NJ School Counselor Certification (or out-of-state equivalent)
  • Resume: Required.

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