Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP)
(MS in School Counseling and EDD in Counselor Education and Supervision)
The Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP) is the leading accrediting body for graduate counseling programs in the United States. CACREP accreditation reflects a program’s adherence to nationally recognized standards for counselor education, training, and professional preparation.
A CACREP-accredited program meets rigorous criteria related to curriculum content, faculty qualifications, supervised clinical experiences, and ongoing evaluation of student learning and outcomes. These standards ensure that students receive comprehensive preparation in foundational counseling competencies, ethical practice, multicultural responsiveness, and evidence-based approaches to care.
Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP) Accreditation
(PMC in School Counseling and SYC in School Counseling)
The Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP) is the national accrediting body for educator preparation programs in the United States. CAEP accreditation signifies that a program meets rigorous standards for preparing effective, ethical, and professionally competent educators.
CAEP-accredited programs demonstrate strong alignment between coursework, clinical practice, and evidence-based teaching competencies. Accreditation standards emphasize high-quality clinical partnerships, qualified faculty, continuous assessment of candidate performance, and the use of data to improve program effectiveness.
Why Accreditation Matters
CACREP accreditation provides important benefits to students and graduates, including:
- Assurance that the program meets established national standards
- Structured and high-quality practicum and internship experiences
- Alignment with state certification and licensure requirements
- Enhanced professional mobility and employment opportunities after graduation
Our program’s accreditation reflects a commitment to academic excellence, professional integrity, and the preparation of competent, ethical counselors ready to meet the needs of diverse communities.
School Counseling Vital Statistics
From Fall 2024 to Spring 2025, there were 18 graduates of SCSU's School Counseling Master’s program. This graduating class had a 94% completion rate. Our graduates consistently achieved high pass rates on comprehensive examinations and obtained certification. At program completion, 89% were employed within the school counseling field.
Counselor Education and Supervision Vital Statistics
From Fall 2024 to Summer 2025, there were 4 graduates of SCSU's Counselor Education and Supervision program. This graduating class had a 44% completion rate. The pass rate for graduates taking comprehensive exams was 100%. At program completion, 100% were employed within a counseling field.