Master of Education in Counseling
Earn Your Master of Education in Counseling and Advance Your Professional Credentials
Whether you're called to support students in schools or help individuals and families navigate life's challenges, Lincoln University's Master of Education in Counseling programs can help you take the next step toward a rewarding career in School Counseling (K-12) or Community/Agency Counseling.
As one of Missouri's most affordable options for graduate-level counseling education, Lincoln University offers an accessible pathway to advancing your credentials and expanding your impact.
Emphasis Areas
Develop the knowledge and practical counseling skills needed to pursue careers in mental health agencies and related settings, with coursework designed to support your professional and licensure goals.
As one of Missouri's most affordable options for graduate-level counseling education, Lincoln University offers an accessible pathway to advancing your credentials and expanding your impact.
Learn more about the Community/Agency program.
Learn more about the School Counseling program.
Accreditation
Lincoln University holds national recognition from the American School Counselor Association (ASCA) for its School Counselor Preparation Program. This recognition affirms that the program meets the ASCA School Counselor Preparation Program Standards and prepares candidates to deliver a comprehensive school counseling program grounded in professional practice, ethical behavior and nationally recognized standards valued by school districts and administrators.
Lincoln University's mental health counseling program meets the state licensure standards.
Accreditation, Approval and Recognition
- Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) Approval: The Missouri DESE has approved Lincoln University’s School Counseling program and confirms it meets DESE standards and benchmarks for school counseling educator preparation.
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AAQEP Accreditation: Lincoln University School of Education's School Counseling program has been accredited by the Association for Advancing Quality in Educator Preparation (AAQEP) since September 2025.
- ASCA Recognition: Lincoln University received ASCA recognition in December 2025.
Contact Us
Ayanna Shivers, Ph.D.
Community/Agency Counseling Program Coordinator
MLK 18
E: ShiversA@LincolnU.edu
P: (573) 681-5274
Graduate Studies Office
E: GradSchool@LincolnU.edu
P: (573) 681-5380
