Supervise Counseling Students

Walsh is Looking for Supervisors

Walsh University is guided by Catholic values with an emphasis on human dignity. Walsh helps counseling students apply advanced methods and techniques to address mental health concerns among diverse populations. 

Our students become skilled clinical mental health counselors equipped to support communities, or school counselors who can respond to unique mental health challenges among youth in a complex world. 

If you are passionate about caring for people and want to supervise and empower counseling professionals to reach their full potential, Walsh University supervisor opportunities can be the pathway to giving back to the profession of counseling. Supervisors must have a master’s degree, preferably in counseling, and a minimum of two years of professional experience in the specialty area in which the student is enrolled. 

Possible sites:

  • Community mental health agencies
  • Substance abuse agencies
  • Crisis centers 
  • Family services
  • Residential treatment centers
  • Hospitals 
  • Criminal justice centers
  • Domestic violence programs 
  • Schools
CHD 790 Practicum

Intensive counseling experiences with individual and group supervision. Emphasis is on developing the therapeutic relationship, counseling procedures, ethical practice and the application of counseling theories to various client concerns. Course focuses on assisting counselor trainees to improve individual and group counseling skills

CHD 790 Practicum

Intensive counseling experiences with individual and group supervision. Emphasis is on developing the therapeutic relationship, counseling procedures, ethical practice and the application of counseling theories to various client concerns. Course focuses on assisting counselor trainees to improve individual and group counseling skills.

CHD 795 I & CHD 795 II

Designed as the capstone of clinical training, these are performance-based courses in which students must demonstrate their competence in diagnosis and treatment planning in an approved clinical setting (clinic, private practice, hospital, etc.). Emphasis is on the application of academic training and skills with clients. Evaluation of demonstrated skills is made through close supervision by an on-site supervisor and the instructor.

CHD 795 I & CHD 795 II

Internship in School Counseling serves as the culminating experience for the school counselor-in-training. The basic purpose of the internship is to provide each intern with a field experience and the opportunity to integrate the application of counseling theories and skills to counseling practice with individuals, groups, families, children, and/or adolescents in a school setting. Evaluation of skills is made through close supervision by the supervising school counselor and the instructor.

Why Become a Supervisor?

Being a supervisor is your opportunity to shape a new generation of counseling professionals who are focused on the practice of healing and the science of understanding. 

The benefits of precepting include:

  • Helping counseling students achieve professional growth. You can share your valuable knowledge and expertise as you guide students through real-life learning opportunities.
  • Reinforcing and strengthening your knowledge. Students learn current counseling best practices, so knowledge-sharing is often a two-way street.

Enjoying the satisfaction of “paying it forward.” Giving back to the profession in which you received supervision when you were a student can be very satisfying.

School Counseling

Walsh University’s online Master of Arts in Counseling and Human Development – School Counseling program teaches students how to facilitate individual, group and crisis counseling, develop prevention and intervention programs for at-risk students, assist learning disabled students, and facilitate connection to community resources for students and parents. 

Walsh School Counseling students must complete 700 hours of supervision. Supervisors must be licensed or certified school counselors in their state with at least two years of supervision. Sites needed for supervision are schools (public or private), colleges, and universities.

Below is a summary for a few of the courses offered as a part of the School Counseling program:

Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Walsh University’s online Master of Arts in Counseling and Human Development – Clinical Mental Health Counseling program prepares knowledgeable, compassionate professionals for a career supporting those in need.

Walsh Mental Health Counseling students must complete 700 hours of supervision. Supervisors must have a minimum of a master’s degree, preferably in counseling, or a related profession, relevant certifications and/or licenses, and a minimum of two years of pertinent professional experience in the specialty area.

Sites needed for supervision are community mental health agencies, substance abuse agencies, crisis centers, family services, residential treatment centers, hospitals, criminal justice centers, domestic violence programs, and private practice.

Below is a summary for a few of the courses offered as a part of the Clinical Mental Health Counseling program:

Contact Us

Your support of our students is greatly appreciated! If you or someone you know may be interested in supervising, please contact info@placement.keypathedu

Frequently Asked Questions
What is a supervisor?

A supervisor is an experienced counselor who provides professional instruction during supervision and contributes to the students’ educational process.

What are the criteria for a counselor to become a supervisor?
  • Minimum of a master's degree, preferably in counseling or a related profession
  • Minimum of two years of pertinent professional experience in the relevant specialty area
  • Relevant training in counseling supervision
How do supervisors evaluate students?

Supervisors have opportunities for immediate feedback as well as a more formal assessment of student performance in the form of evaluations.

What is the time commitment?

The time commitment varies by program.