Program Overview
Degree Offered
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Counseling and Supervision
‘I love working here. Over the years, I have learned that the heart of a great academic program is not its curriculum, but its people. And here at JMU, I am so lucky to be working with such compassionate, dynamic and dedicated students and faculty members.’
— Dr. Lennis Echterling, former program coordinator
Quick Facts
Model of Delivery
Hybrid/Low Residency:
Online plus 4 on campus residencies per year
Full-time or Part-time
Typical Duration
3 years (full-time)
4 years (part-time)
Leadership and Advocacy
100%
Licensure and Employment Rate
Description
The counseling and supervision program is committed to training master counselors, supervisors, educators, administrators and scholars with expertise in the theory, research and practice of counseling. Our mission is to create dynamic and innovative leaders who will serve as catalysts for progress in addressing the tremendous counseling needs of individuals, families, institutions, and communities.
The students, faculty and staff members of this program vary in age, class, gender, ethnicity, race, religion, sexual orientation and physical abilities. Putting our principles into practice, these diverse individuals create a learning community in which students thrive personally, grow professionally and share a common commitment to counseling. We challenge our students to continue their life-long journeys of exploring possibilities, refining skills and maintaining their professional vitality throughout their careers as counselors. We encourage them to support one another in the formidable task of becoming leaders who advance the counseling profession through service, research, innovation, advocacy and training.
Harrisonburg, Virginia 22807
Mon - Fri:
8 a.m. - 12 p.m. &
1 p.m. - 5 p.m.
Closed 12 p.m. - 1 p.m. for lunch
