Become a K-12 School Counselor

Online Master’s with School Counseling Specialization

Ranked one of the top 5 education schools in the nation by U.S. News & World Report, Peabody College at Vanderbilt University now offers its master of education (M.Ed.) in human development counseling with a specialization in school counseling online.¹

Designed for aspiring K-12 school counselors and experienced professionals, Peabody’s online M.Ed. program prepares students to effectively manage counseling programs, guide K-12 students during their most impressionable years and earn their counseling license in public and private schools.

Program Features

The M.Ed. program features a range of opportunities for students to broaden their perspective and advance their current skillset. Features include:

Weekly, live online classes taught by Vanderbilt faculty

Yearlong field-based internship for hands-on training

On-campus immersion experiences in Nashville, Tennessee

Networking opportunities with faculty and peers

24/7 access to student support for academic and technical needs

Dedicated career services to help you meet your professional goals

¹ Vanderbilt University is ranked No. 4 for 2021 Best Education Schools according to U.S. News & World Report; www.usnews.com/best-graduate-schools/top-education-schools/edu-rankings. Vanderbilt University is also ranked No. 15 for 2020 Best National Universities by U.S. News & World Report; www.usnews.com/best-colleges/rankings/national-universities. Accessed May 2020.