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32 courses with the subject EDCD, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.

EDCD 525Advanced Human Growth and Development3

Covers human development throughout the life span, including emotional, physical, and cognitive development; and emphasizes personal adjustment and achievement.Offered by School of Education. May not be repeated for credit.Registration Restrictions: Enrollment limited to students with a class of Graduate.

Subject
EDCD
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
Catalog 2026-2027
Source
catalog.gmu.edu
EDCD 601Introduction to Research in Counseling3

Enhances knowledge of and involvement in counseling research by introducing techniques and principles to design, implement, and evaluate research projects and program development in community and school settings.Offered by School of Education. May not be repeated for credit.Registration Restrictions: Enrollment is limited to students with a major in Counseling and Development or Counseling.

Subject
EDCD
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
Catalog 2026-2027
Source
catalog.gmu.edu
EDCD 602Foundations in Counseling3

Provides students with an introduction to the field of professional counseling. Provides graduate students in counseling with knowledge about the history and foundations of counseling, the professional identity and multifaceted role of the counselor, program mission statement and its relationship to counseling.Offered by School of Education. May not be repeated for credit.Registration Restrictions: Enrollment limited to students with a class of Graduate.

Subject
EDCD
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
Catalog 2026-2027
Source
catalog.gmu.edu
EDCD 603Counseling Theories3

Covers major theoretical approaches to counseling from a multicultural perspective.Offered by School of Education. May not be repeated for credit.Recommended Prerequisite: Admission to the Counseling program.Recommended Corequisite: EDCD 605 EDCD 612Registration Restrictions: Enrollment limited to students with a class of Advanced to Candidacy, Graduate, Junior Plus, Non-Degree or Senior Plus.

Subject
EDCD
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
Catalog 2026-2027
Source
catalog.gmu.edu
EDCD 604Assessment and Appraisal in Counseling3

Prepares students to become informed about psychological and educational tests and assessment procedures that are used and applied in a counseling context.Offered by School of Education. May not be repeated for credit.Recommended Prerequisite: B or better in EDCD 605 B or better in EDCD 603 B or better in EDCD 612 B or better in EDCD 525Recommended Corequisite: EDCD 601Registration Restrictions: Enrollment is limited to students with a major in Counseling or Post-Masters Counseling Lic.

Subject
EDCD
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
Catalog 2026-2027
Source
catalog.gmu.edu
EDCD 605Introduction to Counseling Skills3

Covers counseling skills, process and strategies associated with major counseling theories. Provides intensive practice in basic, technical and conceptual skills with emphasis on self-awareness, racial-cultural considerations, and supervised practice.Offered by School of Education. May not be repeated for credit.Recommended Prerequisite: Graduate students in the Counseling master's or post-master's certificate programRecommended Corequisite: EDCD 603 EDCD 612Registration Restrictions: Enrollment limited to students with a class of Advanced to Candidacy, Graduate, Junior Plus, Non-Degree or Senior Plus.

Subject
EDCD
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
Catalog 2026-2027
Source
catalog.gmu.edu
EDCD 606Counseling Children and Adolescents3

Presents theories, techniques, and counseling issues relevant to children and adolescents. Provides practice with an emphasis on process and culturally competent counseling strategies.Offered by School of Education. May not be repeated for credit.Registration Restrictions: Required Prerequisite: EDCD 603B.B Requires minimum grade of B.

Subject
EDCD
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
Catalog 2026-2027
Source
catalog.gmu.edu
EDCD 608Group Processes and Analyses4

Presents theories appropriate to various types of groups and descriptions of group practices, methods, dynamics, and facilitative skills. Focuses on applying theory to practice. Includes lab.Offered by School of Education. May not be repeated for credit.Registration Restrictions: Required Prerequisites: EDCD 603B, 606*B or 609*B.* May be taken concurrently.B Requires minimum grade of B.

Subject
EDCD
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Credit unit
credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
Catalog 2026-2027
Source
catalog.gmu.edu
EDCD 609Counseling Skills and Strategies for Adults3

Covers counseling skills, process and strategies for adults that are associated with major counseling theories. Provides intensive practice in both technical and conceptual skills with adults, emphasizing self-awareness, case conceptualization, racial-cultural considerations, and supervised practice in a community setting.Offered by School of Education. May not be repeated for credit.Registration Restrictions: Required Prerequisites: EDCD 611B or 654B.B Requires minimum grade of B.

Subject
EDCD
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
Catalog 2026-2027
Source
catalog.gmu.edu
EDCD 610Career and Educational Counseling3

Presents theories and counseling issues relevant to career counseling in schools and community agencies.Offered by School of Education. May not be repeated for credit.Registration Restrictions: Required Prerequisites: EDCD 606B, 609B or 604B.B Requires minimum grade of B.

Subject
EDCD
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
Catalog 2026-2027
Source
catalog.gmu.edu
EDCD 611Introduction to Ethical and Legal Issues in School Counseling3

Introduces principles, practices, and application of ethical and legal issues in school counseling.Offered by School of Education. May not be repeated for credit.Registration Restrictions: Enrollment is limited to students with a major in Counseling and Development or Counseling.

Subject
EDCD
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
Catalog 2026-2027
Source
catalog.gmu.edu
EDCD 612Counselor Professional Identity, Function, and Ethics3

This course provides a foundation for ethical and legal counseling practice within school and clinical mental health settings. The role and professional identity of the school and clinical mental health counselor will be explored, with attention to multicultural and social justice perspectives.Offered by School of Education. May not be repeated for credit.Recommended Prerequisite: Admission to Counseling programRecommended Corequisite: EDCD 603 EDCD 605Registration Restrictions: Enrollment limited to students with a class of Advanced to Candidacy, Graduate, Junior Plus, Non-Degree or Senior Plus.

Subject
EDCD
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
Catalog 2026-2027
Source
catalog.gmu.edu
EDCD 613Introduction to School Counseling3

Addresses the role of the school counselor and provides an understanding of the coordination of counseling program components as they relate to the school and the wider community.Offered by School of Education. May not be repeated for credit.Registration Restrictions: Required Prerequisite: EDCD 602*B.* May be taken concurrently.B Requires minimum grade of B.

Subject
EDCD
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
Catalog 2026-2027
Source
catalog.gmu.edu
EDCD 614Foundations, Principles, and Practices of School Counseling3

Introduces school counseling program development at K-12 levels. Presents philosophy, principles, and practices of effective school counseling.Offered by School of Education. May not be repeated for credit.Recommended Prerequisite: EDCD 605 EDCD 603 EDCD 612 EDCD 525 EDCD 606Registration Restrictions: Enrollment limited to students with a class of Advanced to Candidacy, Graduate, Junior Plus, Non-Degree or Senior Plus.

Subject
EDCD
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
Catalog 2026-2027
Source
catalog.gmu.edu
EDCD 619Trauma and Crisis Counseling3

Provides an introduction to trauma and crisis counseling using theories and techniques from bioecological and multicultural-social justice perspectives. Covers assessments and interventions with individuals, families, and communities who have experienced trauma/crisis.Offered by School of Education. May not be repeated for credit.Registration Restrictions: Required Prerequisites: EDCD 525B, 606B or 609B.B Requires minimum grade of B.

Subject
EDCD
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
Catalog 2026-2027
Source
catalog.gmu.edu
EDCD 626Principles and Practices of School Counseling3

Focuses on the comprehensive development, delivery, and evaluation of school counseling programs based on the Virginia model and the American School Counselor Association national model.Offered by School of Education. May not be repeated for credit.Registration Restrictions: Required Prerequisite: EDCD 613B.B Requires minimum grade of B.

Subject
EDCD
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
Catalog 2026-2027
Source
catalog.gmu.edu
EDCD 628Counseling and Social Justice3

Discusses the Counseling and Development program's mission statement of Social Justice, Multiculturalism, Internationalism, Advocacy and Leadership. Provides an overview of theories and models of social justice, advocacy, and leadership. Examines theories and models from a multicultural perspective and discusses within the context of counseling in school and community settings. Examines the role of counselors as change agents, leaders, and advocates.Offered by School of Education. May not be repeated for credit.Registration Restrictions: Required Prerequisites: EDCD 660B and (EDCD 654B or 611B).B Requires minimum grade of B.

Subject
EDCD
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
Catalog 2026-2027
Source
catalog.gmu.edu
EDCD 652Introduction to Addictions Counseling3

Introduces addiction counseling. Covers addiction issues, diagnosis and treatment planning, and individual and group counseling strategies with diverse populations.Offered by School of Education. May not be repeated for credit.Recommended Prerequisite: B or Better in EDCD 605, EDCD 603 and EDCD 612Recommended Corequisite: EDCD 525Registration Restrictions: Enrollment limited to students with a class of Advanced to Candidacy, Graduate, Junior Plus, Non-Degree or Senior Plus.

Subject
EDCD
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
Catalog 2026-2027
Source
catalog.gmu.edu
EDCD 654Counseling and Ethics in Community Agencies3

Provides a foundation for ethical and legal counseling practice within community and agency settings. Examines the role and professional identity of the clinical mental health counselor, with attention to multicultural and social justice perspectives.Offered by School of Education. May not be repeated for credit.Registration Restrictions: Required Prerequisites: (EDCD 602B- or 602XS) and (EDCD 603B- or 603XS).B- Requires minimum grade of B-.XS Requires minimum grade of XS.

Subject
EDCD
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
Catalog 2026-2027
Source
catalog.gmu.edu
EDCD 656Diagnosis and Treatment Planning for Mental Health Professionals3

Introduces students to fundamental concepts in the classification of psychopathology as well as the clinical interviewing skills necessary to apply DSM-5 diagnoses to clients in a sound and ethical manner. Incorporates an explicit focus on the role of race and culture in diagnosis and treatment.Offered by School of Education. May not be repeated for credit.Recommended Prerequisite: EDCD 603 (may be taken concurrently).Registration Restrictions: Enrollment limited to students with a class of Advanced to Candidacy, Graduate, Junior Plus, Non-Degree or Senior Plus.

Subject
EDCD
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
Catalog 2026-2027
Source
catalog.gmu.edu
EDCD 658Couples and Family Counseling3

Introduces major approaches to counseling couples and families. Uses case studies and simulations to facilitate transition from theory to practice.Offered by School of Education. May not be repeated for credit.Registration Restrictions: Required Prerequisites: EDCD 606B or 609*B.* May be taken concurrently.B Requires minimum grade of B.

Subject
EDCD
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
Catalog 2026-2027
Source
catalog.gmu.edu
EDCD 660Multicultural Counseling3

Examines multicultural issues in counseling and explores the complexities of culture and its influence on the client/counselor relationship. Promotes awareness and understanding of cultural differences and their effect on the counseling relationship. Investigates variables that interact with culture that may interfere with the counseling relationship, such as historical, political, socioeconomic, psychosocial adjustment, racism, prejudice, discrimination, and oppression.Offered by School of Education. May not be repeated for credit.Registration Restrictions: Required Prerequisites: (EDCD 608*B and (EDCD 606B or 609B)).* May be taken concurrently.B Requires minimum grade of B.

Subject
EDCD
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
Catalog 2026-2027
Source
catalog.gmu.edu
EDCD 750Practicum in Mental Health Counseling3

Provides supervised practice in a counseling setting similar to the setting in which the student may work with an emphasis on the counseling process. Provides opportunities to practice counseling skills related to ethics, supervision, self-care, decision-making, and professional identity and relationships. Note: students without 30 hours of prior Counseling program coursework will be dropped.Offered by School of Education. May not be repeated for credit.Registration Restrictions: Required Prerequisite: EDCD 608B.B Requires minimum grade of B.

Subject
EDCD
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
Catalog 2026-2027
Source
catalog.gmu.edu
EDCD 751Practicum in School Counseling3

Provides supervised practice in a school counseling setting similar to the setting in which the student may work with an emphasis on the counseling process. Provides opportunities to practice counseling skills related to ethics, supervision, self-care, decision-making, and professional identity and relationships. Note: students without 30 hours of prior Counseling program coursework will be dropped.Offered by School of Education. May not be repeated for credit.Registration Restrictions: Required Prerequisite: EDCD 608B.B Requires minimum grade of B.

Subject
EDCD
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
Catalog 2026-2027
Source
catalog.gmu.edu
EDCD 752Internship in Mental Health Counseling I & II6

Provides supervised practice in a clinical mental health counseling setting similar to the setting in which the student may work with an emphasis on the counseling process. Builds on previous practicum experience.Offered by School of Education. May not be repeated for credit.Recommended Prerequisite: All required EDCD coursework completed EXCEPT EDCD 619, EDCD 628, and electives. Permission of advisor.Registration Restrictions: Required Prerequisite: EDCD 750B.B Requires minimum grade of B.

Subject
EDCD
Credits (min)
6
Credits (max)
6
Credit unit
credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
Catalog 2026-2027
Source
catalog.gmu.edu
EDCD 791Internship in Counseling3

Provides supervised practice in a counseling setting similar to the setting in which the student may work with an emphasis on the counseling process. Builds on previous practicum experiences.Offered by School of Education. May not be repeated for credit.Recommended Prerequisite: Completion of CNDV program course work except for electives; overall GPA of 3.00; no grade lower than B in skills courses EDCD 603, 606/609, 608 and 755; no more than two grades of C in any other graduate course work required by CNDV program; permission of advisor.Registration Restrictions: Enrollment is limited to students with a major in Counseling and Development, Education or Post-Masters Counseling Lic.

Subject
EDCD
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
Catalog 2026-2027
Source
catalog.gmu.edu
EDCD 792Internship in Mental Health Counseling I3

Provides supervised practice in a clinical mental health counseling setting similar to the setting in which the student may work with an emphasis on the counseling process. Develops skills in case conceptualization, assessing needs, and applying counseling knowledge and skills with clients under supervision. Note: Completion of all required counseling program coursework with a B or better; permission of advisor; students may be concurrently registered for no more than 6 credits of the following courses: EDCD 610, EDCD 621, or electives.Offered by School of Education. May not be repeated for credit.Registration Restrictions: Required Prerequisite: EDCD 750B.B Requires minimum grade of B.

Subject
EDCD
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
Catalog 2026-2027
Source
catalog.gmu.edu
EDCD 793Internship in Mental Health Counseling II3

Provides supervised practice in a counseling setting similar to the setting in which the student may work with an emphasis on the counseling process. Builds on previous practicum and Internship I experiences, including evaluating interventions and programs. Note: Completion of all required counseling program coursework with a B or better; permission of advisor; students may be concurrently registered for program electives.Offered by School of Education. May not be repeated for credit.Registration Restrictions: Required Prerequisites: EDCD 792B- or 792XS.B- Requires minimum grade of B-.XS Requires minimum grade of XS.

Subject
EDCD
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
Catalog 2026-2027
Source
catalog.gmu.edu
EDCD 794Internship in School Counseling I3

Provides supervised practice in a school counseling setting similar to the setting in which the student may work with an emphasis on the counseling process. Develops skills in case conceptualization, assessing needs, and applying counseling knowledge and skills with clients under supervision. Note: Completion of all required counseling program coursework with a B or better; permission of advisor; students may be concurrently registered for no more than 6 credits of the following courses: EDCD 610, EDCD 621, or electives.Offered by School of Education. May not be repeated for credit.Registration Restrictions: Required Prerequisite: EDCD 751B.B Requires minimum grade of B.

Subject
EDCD
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
Catalog 2026-2027
Source
catalog.gmu.edu
EDCD 795Internship in School Counseling II3

Provides supervised practice in a counseling setting similar to the setting in which the student may work with an emphasis on the counseling process. Builds on previous practicum and Internship I experiences, including evaluating interventions and programs. Note: Completion of all required counseling program coursework with a B or better; permission of advisor; students may be concurrently registered for program electives.Offered by School of Education. May not be repeated for credit.Registration Restrictions: Required Prerequisite: EDCD 794B-.B- Requires minimum grade of B-.

Subject
EDCD
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
Catalog 2026-2027
Source
catalog.gmu.edu
EDCD 796Internship in School Counseling I & II6

Provides supervised practice in a counseling setting similar to the setting in which the student may work with an emphasis on the counseling process. Builds on previous practicum experiences, including evaluating interventions and programs.Offered by School of Education. May not be repeated for credit.Recommended Prerequisite: Completion of all required coursework except EDCD 628, EDCD 619, and electives. Permission of advisor.Registration Restrictions: Required Prerequisites: EDCD 751B- or 751XS.B- Requires minimum grade of B-.XS Requires minimum grade of XS.

Subject
EDCD
Credits (min)
6
Credits (max)
6
Credit unit
credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
Catalog 2026-2027
Source
catalog.gmu.edu
EDCD 797Advanced Topics in Education1-6

See EDUC 797.Offered by School of Education. May be repeated within the term.Specialized Designation: Topic VariesRegistration Restrictions: Required Prerequisites: (EDCD 603B- or 603XS).B- Requires minimum grade of B-.XS Requires minimum grade of XS.

Subject
EDCD
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
6
Credit unit
credits
Type
course
Repeatable
May be repeated within the term.
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
Catalog 2026-2027
Source
catalog.gmu.edu

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