The School Counseling program prepares graduates for specialist-level licensure as K-12 school counselors in North Carolina, with reciprocity options available in other states.
K-12 School Counselor Licensure
K-12 School Counselor Licensure in North Carolina requires passing the Professional School Counselor Praxis II exam, which is required as the School Counseling program’s comprehensive exam.
Professional School Counselor Praxis II Exam Information »
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC)
The program provides the required graduate-level coursework for LCMHC licensure eligibility in North Carolina. Note that the licensure application process, including accumulating required hours, begins only after completion of the master’s degree program. Practicum and internship hours completed during the school counseling program do not count toward licensure requirements. Graduates pursuing LCMHC licensure will need to complete a separate clinical practicum and internship, in addition to two years of post-master’s supervised clinical experience.
LCMHC or LCMHCA Licensure Information »