Pupil Personnel Services - School Counseling Credential

Pupil Personnel Services (PPS) Credential Requirements

The Pupil Personnel Services Credential is required to function as a counselor in a public school setting, grades K-12.

Admission Requirements

In addition to the admission requirements listed in the Graduate Education Program section of this catalog, admission to the Pupil Personnel Services Credential program requires the following:

1. Must complete the following prerequisite coursework and achieve a 3.0 in overall postbaccalaureate coursework. Prerequisite coursework must be completed with a B or better: ERE 153  and COUN 174  or PSYCH 174 . Students applying for the PPS Credential program only do not need to complete COUN 176  or PSYCH 66 .
2. Provide evidence of having met the California Basic Skills Requirement (BSR)
3. Provide a valid Certificate of Clearance to participate in public school field placement activities
4. Statement of purpose
5. Three letters of recommendation
6. Professional Resume or Curriculum Vitae

Following receipt of the completed packet and the review by program faculty, applicants will receive written notification regarding admission status.

Time restrictions

Courses required for the P.P.S. credential must be completed no more than 10 years prior to credential application.