Credentials & Licensure
State Credentials
Department programs lead to State credentials in Pupil Personnel Services in two areas: School Counseling or School Psychology. Students seeking one of these credentials through CSUN must complete course work equivalent to the master's degree in counseling, specialization in either school counseling or school psychology, respectively, and hold a master's degree. For additional information, consult the catalog,the graduate advisor, or the program coordinators. See the Programs Page for more information.
State Licensure
Students seeking state licensure as a marriage and family therapist must complete the 60-unit master's degree counseling (specialization in Marriage and Family Therapy) and 3,000 hours of fieldwork and internship prior to applying for the State examination. Students seeking licensure as an educational psychologists must complete all requirements for the School Psychology credential, and subsequently meet additional fieldwork requirements. For additional information, contact program advisors. See School Psychology program advisor.