In Oregon, educator candidates become eligible for a state educator license by completing coursework, student teaching and assessments, used to determine their status as program completers. Once all criteria are met, candidates can then be recommended to Teacher Standards and Practices Commission (TPSC) for an educator license. Assessments during a program include subject matter test(s), edTPA a nationally-scored assessment, and in the case of Early Intervention Special Education Initial License or Endorsement Program, a locally scored summative assessment. For information on Oregon testing requirements please refer to the Teacher Standards and Practices Commission website.
Tools of multiple measure are available to programs to assist candidates for whom tests or assessments present a barrier to program completion. Currently, the teacher licensure programs in the COE have processes for utilizing the multiple measures tools which were developed by TSPC.
School Counseling Licensing
Certificate in School Counseling for Post Master's students (Licensure Only)
Students enrolled in the Licensure-Only option must be graduates from an accredited Master’s program in counseling, psychology, or social work that required a clinical practicum focused on individual and group counseling skills. Graduate degrees in teaching or education are not accepted for Licensure Only. The program is designed to meet the requirements for the School Counselor License approved by TSPC. Students must complete 18-32 credits in the school counseling core to be eligible for the Preliminary School Counselor license.
All students in the Licensure-Only option must take the School Counseling specialization core courses.
Licensure Only students are required to:
- Be fingerprinted and clear Oregon State Police and FBI background checks.
- Complete a school counseling action research or related project and professional e-portfolio documenting the knowledge, skills, and competencies required by TSPC.
- Complete a 600-clock-hour internship; internship includes placement in an early childhood/elementary and/or in a middle/high school setting.
Additional information about requirements and specific courses can be obtained from the Licensure Only Coordinator.