The field in Guidance and Counselling, within the Counselling Psychology MEd degree program, provides individuals with the opportunity to learn and develop skills appropriate for the field of guidance and counselling in the schools. Strong preference for admission to this field is given to experienced teachers who are interested in specializing in guidance and counselling in the schools. The program of study provides students with the basic preparation for certification as a Certified Canadian Counsellor (CCC) with the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association (CCPA).
This program is delivered in person, which means that while the program may offer some courses online, a student will take less than one-third of their courses online.
The MEd program is typically offered on a full-time basis with a limited number of part-time spots available.
Note: admissions to this field have been administratively suspended.
Minimum Admission Requirements
Applicants are admitted under the General Regulations of the School of Graduate Studies. Applicants must also satisfy the additional admission requirements of the Department of Applied Psychology and Human Development stated below.
An appropriate bachelor's degree, with a grade equivalent to a University of Toronto B+ or better in the final year, from a recognized university.
Teacher certification.
Completion Requirements
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Coursework. Students must complete 5.0 full-course equivalents (FCEs) as follows:
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Optional additional practicum. Students may choose to complete a practicum (APD1247H) for an additional 250 hours of field placement concurrent with the required course APD1203Y. Arrangements for the practicum placement must be made in consultation with and the approval of the Director of Clinical Training.
Program Length: 5 sessions full-time (typical registration sequence: FWS-FW); 10 sessions part-time
Time Limit: 3 years full-time; 6 years part-time
