M.S. in Counseling for K-12 Schools
This degree prepares compassionate professionals to provide counseling and support services for K-12 grade level students.
You’ll also have the option to add the Child Welfare and Attendance specialization that offers additional training in working with those students most at-risk for school failure. After completion, you will be eligible for the Clear Pupil Personnel Services Credential offered by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing.
Join Us for Our Next Event
MS Pupil Personnel Services with PPS Credential Online Information Session
Wednesday, Oct. 18, 2023 at
12:00 - 1:00 pm
Quick Facts
Program Units 48 |
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Average Duration 3 years |
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Flexibility Evening classes beginning at 4 p.m., offering flexibility for working students |
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Course Availability Fall and Spring 15-week semesters with 8-week Summer sessions |
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Start Term New students begin during the Fall semester. |
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Want to learn more?
Let us know you're interested and we'll reach out to answer your questions. You'll also receive more information about the program and your financial aid options.
Contact Us
clugrad@callutheran.edu
(805) 493-3325
Where Our Alumni Work
- California Community Colleges
- Central Valley Unified School District
- Conejo Valley Unified School District
- Fillmore Unified School District
- Hueneme Unified School District
- Lancaster Unified School District
- Los Angeles Unified School District
- Moorpark Unified School District
- Oxnard School District
- Oxnard Union High School District
- Santa Barbara Unified School District
- Santa Paula Unified School District
- Simi Valley Unified School District
- Ventura Unified School District
Child Welfare and Attendance Specialization
Current students and alumni of the Pupil Personnel Services program may obtain this optional specialization.
This course emphasizes school, home, and community factors contributing to school attendance, related laws, and intervention programs designed to enhance attendance and school safety.

Alejandro RodriguezI was inspired to pursue a graduate degree in educational counseling by reflecting on the need for students to have an individual who wants to see them do great things and help them reach their goals. Cal Lutheran's M.S. in Counseling for K-12 schools program seemed like the best fit for me when I noticed their mission to cultural proficiency and inclusiveness. The program has allowed me the opportunity to grow in a comfortable setting and become the best version of myself.