The Department of Counseling and Educational Development (CED) is currently ranked #4 in Student Counseling programs by the U.S. News and World Report.
About CED
CED has consistently been ranked as one of the top counseling and counselor education programs in the nation, ranking in the top 10 for over three decades. We provide an optimal learning experience for those aspiring to be professional counselors (master’s-level) and those preparing to teach and supervise counseling students (doctoral level). Our program emphasizes culturally responsive counseling services for individuals, families, groups, and couples across the lifespan, in a wide range of settings.
We offer hands-on experience each semester of the program within a supportive community focused on helping students achieve their professional goals.
Additionally, our cohort model creates a community based on shared experience, where students support and learn from each other.
NCA-STAR
NCA-STAR promotes health and wellness through training and outreach, service provision, and research.
Vacc Clinic
Our mission is to provide accessible mental health services to the UNC Greensboro community and community at large while providing our counselor trainees a rich and meaningful training experience.
Recent News from CED
- U.S. News & World Report 2022 Ranking Recognizes UNCG SOE as Top Graduate School of Education
The U.S. News & World Report released its 2022 ranking for Graduate Schools of Education […] - CED Initiative NCA-STAR Launches New Podcast, “Trauma Connections”
The North Carolina Academy for Stress, Trauma, and Resilience (NCA-STAR) and the UNC Greensboro’s School […] - Dr. Kelly Wester Creates New Feature Column in Counseling Today Magazine
Dr. Kelly Wester, Professor and Department Chair of the Counseling and Educational Development (CED) Department, […]
CED Faculty
Professional Development Opportunities
ACS
Our online clinical supervisor training program addresses all content required for supervisor credentials set by most state boards and for the Approved Clinical Supervisor credential.
Broaching
In this 3-hour CEU module, Dr. Connie Jones describes the need for broaching cultural identities in counseling and supervision, as well as essential broaching skills.
The counselor preparation programs within the Department of Counseling and Educational Development are CACREP (Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs) accredited and offer excellent training through the Master’s and Doctoral Degrees.
Review our CACREP Student Outcomes Data to learn about timely completion rates, licensure/certification exam pass rates, and job placement rates.
Department of Counseling and Educational Development
Phone: 336.334.3434
Fax: 336-334-3433
Email: ced@uncg.edu
Location: Curry Building, Room 228
Mailing Address: 1109 Spring Garden St.
Greensboro, NC 27412