Academic Programs

Overview

Many professionals in counseling fields are interested in working in schools and being a school counselor is an incredibly rewarding profession. However, most public schools require a Pupil Personnel Credential (PPS) to work in a school as a counselor or therapist. For those who already have a master’s in a counseling-related field, Phillips Graduate University offers the opportunity to attain the PPS credential. This 24-unit program can be completed in three semesters.

Our PPS program uniquely integrates in-depth counseling skills with the educational and leadership tools valued in today’s schools. Our primary goal is to train capable, self-reliant students to become caring, effective, and highly skilled school counselors. In addition to thought-provoking classroom instruction, our curriculum provides an unparalleled opportunity for students to gain active, hands-on experience and practice in the field of school counseling.

At Phillips Graduate University, it is our mission to train human relations experts who understand how to help others in a range of contexts and settings. School counselors, like other mental health professionals, need fundamental knowledge of how systems work and how human relationships can be improved. By integrating academic knowledge with practical application and personal growth, our program is uniquely suited to develop and train counselors who can meet the challenges of contemporary life.