The Master of Education (EdM) in Counseling program at Boston University Wheelock College of Education & Human Development is designed for students who want to become outstanding counseling professionals with the skills, commitment, and passion to work effectively with diverse populations. This program combines rigorous in-person classwork with field experience that will help you build and refine your clinical skills.
Students in the EdM in Counseling can specialize in child & adolescent mental health counseling, sport psychology, or school counseling. After you complete our program, you’ll have the knowledge and skills to work with a wide range of populations and mental health issues across a multitude of settings.
The program also prepares graduates for licensure—all our specializations meet the academic requirements for licensure eligibility in Massachusetts. Students in our sport psychology concentration may be eligible to become a Certified Mental Performance Consultant (CMPC)® through the Association for Applied Sport Psychology.
Dates & Deadlines
Fall 2025
Aug 15, 2024
Application Opens
Fall 2025
Jan 15, 2025
Deadline to Receive Priority Scholarship Consideration
Fall 2025
Feb 1, 2025
Application Deadline for Sport Psychology
Fall 2025
March 15, 2025
Application Deadline for Mental Health & School Counseling
Featured Faculty
The faculty of the master’s in Counseling at BU Wheelock include researchers who are experts in their area of study and clinicians with deep knowledge of the best practices in the field. They are passionate about supporting students as they develop their skills as counselors able to work with clients with a wide variety of backgrounds and experiences.
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Carly Block
Lecturer
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Bobby Hiep Bui
Program Director, EdM in Counseling
Senior Lecturer -
Hardin Coleman
Professor & Dean Emeritus
Director, Center for Character & Social Responsibility -
Maria Teresa Coutinho
Clinical Associate Professor
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Edson Filho
Associate Professor
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Amie Grills
Associate Provost, Undergraduate Affairs
Professor -
Petra Hesse
Clinical Associate Professor
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Melissa K. Holt
Director, Kilachand Honors College
Arvind and Chandan Nandlal Kilachand Professor
Professor, Counseling Psychology -
Kimberly A. S. Howard
Professor
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Grace S. Kim
Chair, Counseling Psychology & Applied Human Development
Clinical Professor -
John McCarthy
Clinical Associate Professor
Director, Institute for Athletic Coach Education -
V. Scott Solberg
Professor
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Anna Ward
Lecturer
Career Outcomes
Graduates of the EdM in Counseling are in demand by employers as well as American Psychological Association (APA)-accredited doctoral programs. Our alumni have gone on to work as counselors in numerous settings, including schools, hospitals, and sports academies.
- Behavioral health agencies
- Private and group psychotherapy practices
- University counseling centers
- Public and independent schools
- Hospitals
- Residential treatment facilities
- University athletic departments
- Sports academies
- Performance enhancement consulting firms
More Information about the EdM in Counseling
Field-Based Experiences
Students in the school counseling and child & adolescent mental health counseling concentrations complete a clinical practicum and internship. Sport psychology students complete a clinical practicum and internship, as well as a sport psychology practicum.
Licensure
For students seeking licensure, BU Wheelock guides and supports students through every step. Students in our sport psychology concentration are also eligible to become a Certified Mental Performance Consultant (CMPC) through the Association for Applied Sport Psychology.
Graduate Admissions
For questions about admissions requirements, deadlines, financial assistance, and more, the Graduate Admissions team has answers. Sign up for an information session or start your application today!
Licensing Disclosure
Boston University offers a number of programs that lead to a professional license or certification. The Master of Education in Counseling Licensing Disclosure page provides state-specific licensure information regarding Boston University Wheelock College of Education and Human Development’s Master of Education in Counseling program. Individuals pursuing the School Counseling specialization should review the information provided on the BU Wheelock Educator Preparation Programs Licensing Disclosure page.
Background Checks
Students who are admitted into BU Wheelock routinely participate in field experiences as a part of their respective program curriculum and requirements. Most field sites require criminal background checks to determine students’ eligibility for participation. History of a criminal background may disqualify students from participating in these required experiences, which in turn may impede the successful completion of one’s degree program.