Department of Counseling & Personnel Services

Welcome to the online home of the Department of Counseling & Personnel Services

Counseling and Personnel Services Department Ranked #1 by the U. S. News & World Report, the CAPS department welcomes all prospective students and visitors to our website. Our department is composed of six programs that are at the forefront of their respective disciplines. CAPS consists of a diverse faculty and student population. Students receive an unparallel education experience that emphasizes excellence in scholarship and profession practice within a diverse community.

NEW: An online, academic certificate program in Psychiatric Vocational Rehabilitation!

Do you want to improve your expertise in assisting people with psychiatric disabilities in their vocational recovery? The Rehabilitation Counseling Program offers a Graduate Certificate in Professional Studies in Psychiatric Vocational Rehabilitation. A limited number of full tuition scholarships are available. Program starts each fall.

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Schlossberg Conference Room and Library Dedicated on Sept. 25th

The CAPS Department Conference Room and Library was dedicated, Friday, Sept. 25th, to Dr. Nancy K. Schlossberg. Dr. Schlossberg is a professor emerita of the Department and acclaimed author of numerous books, journal articles, and videos on adults who are undergoing major life transitions. The completely refurbished room honors Dr. Schlossberg's many contributions to the Department and to the College of Education.

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