Studies in Student Affairs and Higher Education Concentration

For students majoring in CMHC and GCS

Within the General Counseling Studies major, this optional concentration provides foundational knowledge for individuals interested in entry- and mid-level student affairs positions with an emphasis on student development (such as residence life staff, student activities, international and multicultural programs, career planning, and others.) Training emphasizes counseling skills and models for student development and student success. Students majoring in Clinical Mental Health Counseling can also add this concentration in preparation to be a licensed mental health counselor and for a career in higher education, as a mental health counselor and a student affairs professional.