GC Program Handbook

Department of Curriculum
& Instruction

M.Ed. Guidance and Counseling

Program Handbook

2018-2019

TABLE OF CONTENTS
PREFACE-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------4
PROGRAM INTRODUCTION -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------5

PROGRAM VISION------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------5
PROGRAM MISSION ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------5
PROGRAM GOALS------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------5
PROGRAM COMPETENCIES AND STANDARDS ----------------------------------------------------5
APPLICATION PROCESS AND REQUIREMENTS -------------------------------------------------------------7
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS ---------------------------------------------------------------------------7
TYPES OF ADMISSION ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------7
ADMISSION APPEALS -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------7
CANDIDATE CHECKLIST-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------9
CANDIDATE EXPECTATIONS --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 10
POLICIES & PROCEDURES---------------------------------------------------------------------------- 10
ACADEMIC INTEGRITY --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 10
ATTENDANCE & PARTICIPATION ------------------------------------------------------------------- 12
CANDIDATE DISPOSITIONS --------------------------------------------------------------------------- 13
COMPREHENSIVE PROGRAM REVIEW------------------------------------------------------------- 15
GPA REQUIREMENTS ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 15
HOURS------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 15
LATE WORK OR MISSED ASSIGNMENTS ----------------------------------------------------------- 15
RESUBMISSION OF ASSIGNMENTS------------------------------------------------------------------ 16
FACULTY & INSTRUCTION ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 17
FACULTY --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 17
METHODS OF INSTRUCTION ------------------------------------------------------------------------- 17
INFORMED CONSENT----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 18
ROLE OF INSTRUCTOR TEAMS----------------------------------------------------------------------- 18
ROLE OF THE CANDIDATE ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- 19
COURSE DESCRIPTIONS -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 20
HOW TO REGISTER -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 23
SPECIAL PROGRAMS ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 24
PRACTICUM ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 24
STUDENT LIABILITY INSURANCE-------------------------------------------------------------------- 24
CERTIFICATION ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 25
CERTIFICATES -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 25
STUDY ABROAD------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 25
RESOURCES----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 26
ACADEMIC PORTFOLIOS ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 26
GRADE APPEALS ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 26
LIBRARY RESOURCES ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 26
ORIENTATION COURSE--------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 26
GUIDANCE AND COUNSELING/ PROFESSIONAL SCHOOL COUNSELING
BLACKBOARD ORGANIZATION----------------------------------------------------------------------- 27
SOCIAL MEDIA -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 27
PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS---------------------------------------------------------------------- 27

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STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES ---------------------------------------------------------------------- 31
TECHNOLOGY REQUIREMENTS & SUPPORT ---------------------------------------------------- 31
TITLE IX ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 31
WITHDRAWALS ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 32
STUDENT SERVICES WEBSITES ---------------------------------------------------------------------- 32
OTHER WEBSITES ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 32
CHANGES TO GRADUATE PROGRAM HANDBOOK ------------------------------------------------------ 34

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PREFACE
Preparing new teachers and other school personnel has long been a focus and tradition
at Angelo State University. Building on the institution’s vision, the College of Education
faculty vision is to prepare:

A
New
Generation of
Educators to
Lead
Others toward lifelong learning
This handbook is a general reference to provide information regarding the Angelo State
University Department of Curriculum & Instruction M.Ed. in Guidance and Counseling.
Each candidate enrolled in the program is responsible for the contents of the handbook.
When enrolling in the Guidance and Counseling program, candidates agree to accept
responsibility for understanding and following the requirements. Failure to read the
handbook is not an excuse for missing a requirement or regulation. Whereas the
information presented here is as accurate as possible as of the date of publication, the
Department of Curriculum & Instruction reserves the right to make necessary changes
as needed.
Questions related to the Guidance and Counseling program can be directed to (325)
942-2647.

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PROGRAM INTRODUCTION
The Guidance and Counseling program at Angelo State University prepares graduate
students for professional positions in counseling. This includes positions as non-Texas
school counselors, college counselors, career counselors, and other educational and
community organizations providing counseling-based services. This program does not
prepare students for licensing as professional counselors.

PROGRAM VISION
Mental health matters

PROGRAM MISSION
The Guidance and Counseling program aims to provide excellence in graduate
education. Our program prepares students to become counselors committed to a
process of lifelong learning, and competent and ethical behavior, providing evidence-
based services for children, adults, and families, in a variety of settings.

PROGRAM GOALS
Candidates will effectively communicate with stakeholders.
Candidates will apply the ethical standards and principles of the counseling profession
and adhere to the legal aspects of the role of the counselor.
Candidates will demonstrate the knowledge, abilities, skills, and dispositions necessary
to plan, organize, implement, and evaluate a comprehensive, developmental, results-
based counseling program.

PROGRAM COMPETENCIES AND STANDARDS
The Guidance and Counseling program and courses are designed based on:
American Counseling Association. (2014). Ethical and Professional Standards.

Alexandria, VA: Authors. Available at https://www.counseling.org/knowledge-
center/ethics#2014code

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American School Counselor Association. (2012). School Counselor Competencies.
Alexandria, VA: Authors. Available at
https://www.schoolcounselor.org/asca/media/asca/home/SCCompetencies.pdf

Additionally, for those seeking Texas certification as a School Counselor, competences
and standards from the Texas Education Agency and the Texas Administrative Code are
also utilized. The Texas Model for Comprehensive School Counseling Programs will be
required as a resource and will be referred to throughout the program.

Texas Counseling Association. (2018). The Texas model for comprehensive school
counseling programs (5th ed.). Austin, TX: Texas Counseling Association.

The State Board for Educator Certification amended Chapter 239.20 Requirements for
Issuance of the Standard School Counselor Certificate in December 2017. Texas
Administrative Code Chapter 239 states that any applicant who is admitted to an
educator preparation program for the School Counselor Certificate on or after
September 1, 2019, must complete additional requirements and/or the M.S. in
Professional School Counseling. Angelo State University will not allow students
admitted into the M.Ed. in Guidance and Counseling after Spring B 2019 to obtain
certification as a school counselor. If seeking Texas certification during this time frame,
students must enroll in the M.S. in Professional School Counseling.

This is a distance program utilizing the Blackboard course management tool with course
requirements, learning activities, assignments, and due dates specified in the course
calendar and modules in Blackboard.
Currently at Angelo State University, the Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) program
is housed within the Psychology Department in the College of Health and Human
Services. Licensure for this goes through the Texas State Board of Examiners of
Professional Counselors. The College of Education deals with all of the Texas Education
Agency (TEA)/ State Board of Educator Certification (SBEC) processes, which include
school counselor certification. Even if you are not seeking school counselor
certification, you must still be aware that you are not portraying yourself as a student
seeking professional licensure either. The state boards are very particular about each
of these areas and those who are students in those areas. Please ensure that your
assignment submissions reflect that as well.

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APPLICATION PROCESS AND REQUIREMENTS
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Candidates seeking admission to the Department of Curriculum and Instruction to
pursue a degree, certificate, or certification should review the following policies and
terms.
Additional policies related to admission to the College of Graduate Studies are outlined
in Angelo State University (ASU) Operating Policy 42.01 Admission to the College of
Graduate Studies and Research and OP 42.02 College of Graduate Studies and Research
Enrollment Policy (www.angelo.edu/opmanual) as well as the Angelo State University
Catalog.
TYPES OF ADMISSION

Regular Admission
Candidates eligible for regular admission into the Department of Curriculum and
Instruction are required to have a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited
university and an undergraduate GPA of 2.75 or higher.
Provisional Admission
Candidates ineligible for regular admission because of the undergraduate GPA
requirement can be considered for provisional degree-seeking admission with an
undergraduate GPA of 2.5 or higher. Candidates accepted as provisional students
are required to maintain a 3.0 GPA or higher until the student completes at least
9 hours of course work.
Non-Degree Admission
Candidates who are denied admission to the Department of Curriculum and
Instruction may be eligible for admission as a provisional non-degree seeking
student following completion of an admission appeal and the related
requirements. Non-Degree Seeking Students are restricted to 6 credit hours
during the first semester of enrollment with one 3-credit hour course allowed
during each 8-week term. Courses are assigned from a prescribed list of
allowable courses by the Program Advisor depending on the degree or certificate
the student is seeking.

ADMISSION APPEALS
Prospective candidates who are denied admission to the Department of Curriculum and
Instruction may submit an appeal to the Graduate Program Advisor in the EPI Center for

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processing and review. The appeal packet should be received by the end of the next full
semester following the denial of admission.

The appeal packet requires the following information
o GRE scores (scores cannot be more than 3 years old)
o 3 letters of recommendation (2 professional, 1 personal)
o 1 professional letter of intent from the prospective candidate outlining reasons
for the appeal and rationale for reconsideration

Appeals are reviewed by the graduate faculty in the student’s program with a
recommendation to the Department Chair and the Dean. Successful appeal candidates
have GRE writing scores at the 50 percentile or higher. Other factors for consideration
may include scores on other portions of the GRE, professional and academic
experiences, state requirements for certification, and other candidate experiences and
characteristics.

Upon review, the prospective candidate will be notified in writing of the department
decision. Students approved for reapplication must then reapply to the College of
Graduate Studies as non-degree seeking. Upon written notice of admission from the
Graduate School, Provisional Non-Degree Seeking students are restricted to 6 credit
hours during the first semester of enrollment with one 3-credit hour course allowed
during each 8-week term, and they will be assigned specific courses by the Program
Advisor depending on the degree or certificate the student is seeking. The provisional
non-degree admission status will be re-evaluated by the department following
completion of six (6) credit hours with a 3.0 GPA or higher. Following review of the
coursework, the student may request the Graduate School change the student’s major
from Non-Degree Seeking Provisional to Degree-Seeking Provisional. Removal of
Provisional status will occur after the completion of a second semester and 9 hours with
a 3.0 GPA.

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CANDIDATE CHECKLIST
¨ Sign and return Degree or Certificate Plan as directed.
¨ Log into RamPort: https://ramport.angelo.edu

o User Name: ___________________________________________
o Password: ____________________________________________
o Please contact the IT Department if you have any problems with log in

information. Call (325) 942-2911.
¨ Set up an Angelo State University email account.

o From https://ramport.angelo.edu, Click on “Apps@ASU”
¨ Register for classes. Registration instructions are available in the How to Register

section of this handbook.
¨ Use RamPort to view current class schedule.

o Click on “Rams” icon. Then, “registration” and “student detail schedule”
¨ Log into Blackboard to view classes (from https://ramport.angelo.edu, click the

“Blackboard” icon)
o Most classes will not appear until the weekend before classes start.
o Click through the site to become familiar and prepare for the course.
o All classes will be taught through Blackboard.
o All assignments, discussions, and projects will be submitted via
Blackboard.

¨ Do you need to buy books?
o Candidates must purchase the American Psychological Association.
(2009). Publication manual of the American Psychological Association (6th
ed.). Washington, DC: American Psychological Association.
o This is the only required book for most courses. Check the course syllabus
for information on other required materials. Syllabi can be found at
www.angelo.edu/courses.

¨ Confirm Financial Aid information. Contact Financial Aid at (325) 942-2246.
¨ Start Classes.

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CANDIDATE EXPECTATIONS
POLICIES & PROCEDURES
All candidates are required to follow the policies and procedures presented in the
following documents:
Angelo State University Student Handbook
http://www.angelo.edu/student-handbook/
ASU Undergraduate and Graduate Catalog
http://www.angelo.edu/catalogs/
Academic Calendar
https://www.angelo.edu/services/registrars_office/academic_calendar.php

ACADEMIC INTEGRITY
Academic integrity is taking responsibility for one’s own coursework, being individually
accountable, and demonstrating intellectual honesty and ethical behavior. Academic
integrity is a personal choice to abide by the standards of intellectual honesty and
responsibility. Because education is a shared effort to achieve learning through the
exchange of ideas, candidates share a responsibility for building mutual trust and
respect with other students, faculty, and staff. Ethical behavior and independent
thought are essential for the highest level of academic achievement, which then must
be measured. Academic achievement includes scholarship, teaching, and learning, all of
which are shared endeavors. Grades are a device used to quantify the successful
accumulation of knowledge through learning. Adhering to the standards of academic
integrity ensures grades are earned honestly. Academic integrity is the foundation upon
which candidates build their educational and professional careers.
Adapted from Angelo State University Statement of Academic Integrity
Candidates should follow writing and style guidelines of the American Psychological
Association (APA) in accordance with the APA Publication Manual (6th ed.) for
formatting and citations in all learning activities unless otherwise specified. Failure to
utilize accurate APA citations and references constitutes plagiarism.
Required Text: American Psychological Association. (2009). Publication manual of the
American Psychological Association (6th ed.). Washington, DC: American Psychological
Association.

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Types of Academic Misconduct
Candidates are expected to know and understand behaviors that can constitute
academic misconduct. A plagiarism module is required of all candidates as part of their
orientation to the program. Each course requires that the candidate complete a
plagiarism statement acknowledging that the candidate completed the plagiarism
module in the orientation, understands what plagiarism is, understands all work must
be the candidate’s original work, and understands the potential consequences of
plagiarism. Failure to complete these items can delay enrollment in courses and
progress toward degree. The Department of Curriculum & Instruction may verify these
items at any time during enrollment.

The Angelo State University Student Handbook provides a detailed list of behaviors that
constitute academic misconduct and plagiarism.

Academic misconduct includes,
Cheating
Plagiarism
Collusion
Falsifying academic records
Misrepresenting facts
Violations of published professional ethics or standards
Any act or attempted act designed to give unfair academic advantage to oneself
or another student.

Academic Penalties for Academic Misconduct
The consequences for academic misconduct include, but are not limited to,
• Reduced score for the original assignment
• Zero (0) or no credit for the original assignment
• Make-up assignment different than the original assignment
• Failing grade for the course resulting in (F) on transcript and transcript notation
• Removal from internships or practicums
• Permanent or time-limited dismissal from the academic program and/or department

and transcript notation
• Loss of departmental/graduate eligibility for financial aid and other awards,

endorsements.
• Notification of certification board
• Documentation of professional disposition concerns
• Referral to Student Affairs for violations of the Angelo State University Student

Handbook

Department Academic Misconduct Process
Any person becoming aware of academic misconduct should report the concern to the
instructor of record in the course. The instructor of record is responsible for reviewing

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the concern, documenting the concern in accordance with department processes,
providing an opportunity for the student to present information related to the concern,
determining the nature of the conduct, communicating with the candidate, and issuing a
score for the assignment or course. Candidates will be notified regarding the faculty
member’s review of the concern, decision, and academic penalty in writing.

The department maintains a list of all incidents of academic misconduct reported in the
department. When a candidate is responsible for multiple incidents of academic
misconduct, the C&I Academic Initiatives Committee will notify the Program
Coordinator and Department Chair to consider additional academic penalties.

Candidates responsible for academic misconduct who receive an F for the course are
not eligible to drop the course in which the academic misconduct occurred.

Candidates who wish to appeal the decision of an instructor of record related to
academic misconduct may request that the incident be reviewed by the Department
Chair. The Department Chair may determine that the decision was appropriate, or the
Department Chair may discuss a modification of the decision with the faculty member.

Additional information about Angelo State University’s Academic Integrity Procedures
are available in the ASU Student Handbook.

ATTENDANCE & PARTICIPATION
Courses in the Department of Curriculum & Instruction are distance courses. Distance
courses are different than correspondence courses; they require regular and timely
participation, interaction, and engagement from the candidate and instructor(s).
Candidates are required to follow the course calendar and the expectations related to
candidate participation. Candidates are expected to engage in course activities and
submit assignments by due dates and times identified in the course calendar.

Faculty are required to confirm attendance of candidates in a course at the beginning of
each term to the ASU Registrar Office as part of complying with regulations regarding
the administration of federal financial aid. In accordance with ASU processes and federal
regulations, academic attendance in a course is considered active engagement which
includes but is not limited to submitting an academic assignment or participating in an
online discussion in the course about academic matters. Logging into an online course
without active participation does not meet academic attendance requirements. The last
date of course attendance for reporting to the Registrar will be the last date of active
engagement in the course.

Candidates are expected to be active learners. It is a basic assumption of the instructor
that candidates will be involved discovering, processing, and applying course

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information using peer-review journal articles and researching additional information
through the ASU Online Library and Internet.

Candidates are expected to engage with the material, their peers, and their instructors.
Ensure that you are reading all of the materials provided in the Blackboard modules.

Candidates should participate in discussions with their peers about the content through
Class Café in the courses.

Candidates are expected to participate in learning activities that include practical
experiences in the field of study.

When candidates have questions about course requirements, they should discuss
immediately with the course instructor since many of the course tasks build on one
another.

CANDIDATE DISPOSITIONS

Graduate candidates preparing for degrees and certificates in the Department of
Curriculum & Instruction will demonstrate commitment to and performance of
professional dispositions outlined below. Dispositions may be assessed by the program
through learning activities in courses.

Disposition 1: Professional Practice and Work Ethic
• Timeliness: completes and submits assignments on time
• Initiative: seeks assistance or feedback when appropriate; offers assistance to
others; works beyond the minimum requirements
• Attention to detail: follows directions carefully; manages time wisely; organizes
materials, assignments, and content thoughtfully
• Professional appearance: dresses and behaves professionally; appropriate for
the work place

Disposition 2: Professional Qualities
• Values diversity: demonstrates inclusive attitude in work and communication
• Promotes success: encourages success in students and colleagues
• Demonstrates flexibility: makes adjustments as necessary in work, materials,
plans, etc.
• Demonstrates honesty and integrity: accepts responsibility for mistakes;
maintains integrity

Disposition 3: Professional Relationships
• Responds: responds to correspondence respectfully and timely

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• Cooperates: cooperates appropriately with colleagues; builds consensus;
encourages positive interaction

• Collaborates: communicates effectively with colleagues regarding content,
questions, concerns

Disposition 4: Professional Development
• Reflects: engages in self-reflection to grow and develop in the profession
• Learns: accepts feedback as a means to learn and grow; engages with content at
a deeper level to enhance personal learning; demonstrates understanding of
need to be life-long learner

In addition to the program dispositions, candidates are also expected to learn and abide
by the ACA Code of Ethics (2014), ASCA Ethical Standards for School Counselors (2016),
and Texas Administrative Code SBEC Code of Ethics and Standard Practices for Texas
Educators (2018). When admitted to the Professional School Counselor program,
students are engaged in a professional preparation curriculum. Therefore, upon
admission, the program faculty accepts students as professionals and expects them to
act in accordance with the highest professional standards. The most common
manifestation of professionalism is adherence to professional ethical standards.

The members of the Counselor Education faculty endorse the American Counseling
Association Code of Ethics (2014) and the American School Counseling Association
Ethical Standards for School Counselors (2016) that state counselor educators have a
responsibility to provide regular feedback to students and to dismiss students who are
unable to render competent service due to academic or personal limitations. Faculty
members also recognize their obligation to:

• consult with colleagues and document their decision to refer students for
assistance or to request that students be put on probation or dismissed from the
program;

• support students in obtaining remedial assistance;
• and, assure that students have adequate recourse to address decisions made.

Faculty may work on an informal basis with students in their courses who are evidencing
academic, clinical, or non-academic difficulties (e.g., personal issues are affecting
student’s ability to work effectively) when circumstances indicate that this method may
be productive. The faculty member and student will discuss the problem(s), review
appropriate measures of correction, and establish a time line for change. This should be
done prior to initiating formal remediation procedures except when the severity of the
problem does not allow for an informal method.

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COMPREHENSIVE PROGRAM REVIEW
In addition to coursework, candidates must complete a Comprehensive Program Review
(CPR). The CPR is the comprehensive experience covering the work within the programs
in the Curriculum & Instruction Department and is required of all candidates for
master’s degrees. Prospective graduates must apply for the CPR no later than the first
day of the last semester of coursework. The CPR requires completion of EDG 6301 Social
and Cultural Influences, EDG 6302 Tests and Measurements, and EDG 6304 Applied
Research with a grade of B or higher.
GPA REQUIREMENTS
Complete information on candidate academic status requirements is available in ASU OP
42.04 Academic Status--Graduate Students (www.angelo.edu/opmanual).
A graduate student with regular status is academically in good standing if his or her GPA
for all graduate work completed at ASU is at least 3.00.
Candidates are placed on academic probation if their GPA falls below a 3.00. A
candidate may be dismissed from the department and the College of Graduate Studies if
their GPA remains below a 3.00 for a subsequent semester or if their GPA drops below a
2.00 at any time.
HOURS
Complete graduate student enrollment policies related to maximum course loads and
full-time student status are available in ASU OP 42.02 College of Graduate Studies
Enrollment Policy.
Candidates may enroll for a maximum of 6 semester credit hours each 8-week term for
a maximum of 12 semester credit hours of graduate-level work in any long semester.
To be considered full-time status, candidates must enroll for a minimum of nine
semester credit hours of graduate course work in a fall or spring semester and 6
semester credit hours in the summer term.
LATE WORK OR MISSED ASSIGNMENTS
All learning activities should be submitted by the scheduled due dates. A 10% grade
reduction may occur for each day the assignment is late. Documented medical or
personal emergencies will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis with the appropriate
documentation and in accordance with department policy, which typically consists of
hospitalization of the candidate or military deployment of the candidate. Many aspects
of program courses involve active participation and interactions by candidates during
set time periods. These types of activities cannot be recreated or “made up” by

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candidates. Determination of options for addressing late work is left at the discretion of
the faculty member of the course. Candidates who find they cannot meet the
requirements of the course may consider the option of dropping the course prior to the
drop deadline established in the Academic Calendar each term.
A placeholder grade of zero may be entered in Blackboard when assignments are not
submitted by the due date. The zero will be replaced by the grade once the submission
is received and graded by the instructor.
RESUBMISSION OF ASSIGNMENTS
During their studies at Angelo State University, students may find themselves writing on
the same or similar topics; regardless, their writing is expected to reflect new
approaches and insights into that topic to demonstrate their intellectual growth.
ASU recognizes that there may be some overlap between the requirements,
assignments, and inquiry for different courses. In general, students may use
only small portions of documents as background or foundational material for
additional development in a subsequent assignment or research project. Students
may not merely copy and paste substantial sections from one paper to another. Any
use of prior work is at the discretion of the instructor: students must receive prior
approval from their instructor, who may request a copy of the previous work.
When using their own scholarly work in subsequent assignments, students should cite
themselves as a primary author and their previous coursework as unpublished papers,
as shown in The Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association.

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FACULTY & INSTRUCTION
FACULTY
Contact Information for Curriculum & Instruction Faculty and Staff may be found on the
following website:
https://www.angelo.edu/dept/ci/faculty_staff.php
Each faculty member in the program is an instructor and as a matter of professional
courtesy, should be addressed as Dr., Mr., Mrs., etc. depending on their highest degree
earned. You may address them based on how they sign their email communication to
you.
METHODS OF INSTRUCTION
Since most courses are delivered online, candidates are responsible for understanding
the assignments and learning the material. If questions arise, it is important to ask the
instructor immediately for help since many of the tasks build on one another.
Course design includes a combination of learning activities to strengthen the academic
and professional competence of candidate’s writing skills, presentation skills,
collaboration, analysis, and practical application/experience.
The course is designed to offer regular and substantive interaction between candidates
and instructors. Both candidates and instructors are responsible for effective,
appropriate, and timely communications and interactions in the course.
Learning activities may include, but are not limited to critical analysis submissions
incorporating research, writing, and reflection; digital presentations with multimedia
and/or interactive elements; collaboration opportunities through online discussion
boards, wikis, or blogs; practical case studies requiring research, writing, and
collaboration; and other projects and activities such as interviews, field visits, modeling,
and videos.
Candidates are expected to participate in practical experiences in courses. Practical
experiences are assignments demonstrating practical application of relevant theory,
active participation or reflective observation of students, teachers, faculty/staff
members, and/or professionals or other constituents engaging in activities relevant to
the candidate’s program. These assignments may include, but are not limited to:
reflections of video recordings that highlight experiences of other professionals,
observations in authentic settings, analysis of case studies, experiences where the
candidate actively engages in instructional or educational activities with actual students
or professionals in their field, and/or creating real-world artifacts for use in the field.

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INFORMED CONSENT
Participation in courses is required for successful completion of this counseling program.
Because ethical practice in counselor education mandates that students be informed of
possible ramifications of self-growth experiences, and because we want you to be
knowledgeable participants, we are providing this informed consent information. The
course content and experiential activities involved in the programs offered by the
counseling program are designed to afford students the opportunity to advance their
personal, intellectual, and professional development and functioning.

Part of becoming a counselor involves the possibility of becoming uncomfortable with
certain issues. There may be both benefits and risks while participating in counseling,
and as such, there may be both benefits and risks while participating in coursework to
become a counselor. Counseling (and training to become a counselor) may improve
your ability to relate with others, provide a clearer understanding of yourself, your
values, and your goals. Since counseling (and training to become a counselor) may also
involve discussing unpleasant parts of your life, you may also experience uncomfortable
feelings. Please understand that there are no guarantees of what you will experience. In
addition, since we do not change in a vacuum, the self-growth nature of the counseling
profession and our program may have an impact on your personal relationships. It may
be helpful to know that it is not unusual for students to seek personal counseling during
their program, and services are available to all students at
https://www.angelo.edu/services/counseling/index.php.
ROLE OF INSTRUCTOR TEAMS
Graduate courses in the Department of Curriculum and Instruction are led by doctoral
level faculty and may utilize an instructor team to support the Lead Instructor. All
members of the instructor team are highly qualified with educational and practical
experiences related to the subject-matter of the course.

Instructors will provide communications relevant to the course and subject matter
through weekly emails, Blackboard announcements, Class Café,
interactions during learning activities such as moderating discussion boards, and
feedback on submitted assignments. These course activities help build a sense of
community among learners.
Instructors will typically respond to email within 24 hours. Class Café discussions will
include both peer and instructor responses as appropriate to assist with candidate
mastery of the subject. Instructors will typically provide feedback on assignments within
48-72 hours of submission of the assignment through Blackboard. Feedback
communication is provided to candidates by instructors in Grade Center, Turn It In
Feedback Center, or on scoring rubrics in Blackboard as appropriate for each
assignment.

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ROLE OF THE CANDIDATE
Candidates are required to follow the course calendar and the expectations
related to candidate participation in each course. Candidates are expected to engage in
course activities and submit assignments by due dates and times identified in the course
calendar.
Candidates are responsible for understanding the assignments and learning the
material. If questions arise, it is important to ask the instructor immediately for help
since many of the tasks build on one another.
Candidates should initiate communications with instructors through Class Café or the
ASU email system. Check frequently for announcements and reminders. Scoring rubrics
and module information outline the specific interaction and communication
requirements for each learning activity.

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COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
EDG 6301 Social and Cultural Influences
Designed to present a broad base of knowledge about culture and learning. Approaches,
materials, and research will be investigated. Specific skills for identifying learning
problems and solving them through classroom instruction will be featured.
EDG 6302 Tests and Measurements
A study of typical methods of measuring intelligence, achievement, special aptitudes,
and personality. Emphasis is placed on the interpretation and use of data. Elementary
statistical terms and processes are studied.
EDG 6303 Lifespan Development
A study of human development through the life span, including social, emotional,
cognitive, language, and cultural influences.
EDG 6304 Research
This course will focus on collecting and interpreting data to achieve a stated educational
goal for each individual student. Concepts of tests and measurements will be
emphasized for interpreting research results and gathering data for applied research.
Students will develop a project based upon their research. Student will apply concepts
learned within their own classroom under the guidance of the professor.
EDG 6305 Legal and Ethical Principles
Explores the field of knowledge of federal, state, and local school laws pertinent to
educational administration. Includes a study of ethics and codes of ethics used to
facilitate effective decision-making.
EDG 6306 Curriculum and Methodology Trends
This course examines curriculum and instructional trends across disciplines. Focus is on
increasing knowledge of new innovations, topics, and issues as they relate to
instructional context.
6307 Professional Writing for Educators
This course emphasizes the skills needed for professional and academic writing in
education. Course activities and assignments focus on processes and skills for writing
such as, but not limited to, organization, syntax, voice, academic grammar, and
sentence structure. (This course must be completed with a B or better in order to
graduate.)
***EDG 6320 Individual Counseling
An introduction and orientation to basic counseling, emphasizing the methods or
techniques used to provide counseling treatment intervention to individuals.

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***EDG 6321 Group Counseling
The theory and types of groups, including dynamics and the methods of practice with
groups.

***You may work with the Graduate Advisor, Mr. Martinez, to substitute EDSC 6301
Comprehensive School Counseling Programs and EDSC 6302 School Counseling
Techniques in place of EDG 6320 Individual Counseling and EDG 6321 Group Counseling.
You must replace both courses with only these two as a substitution.

EDG 6323 Theories of Counseling
An introduction to the fundamental counseling theories with emphasis on application of
theories to counseling practice.

EDG 6324 Career and Occupational Counseling
A study of the basic principles related to educational-vocational planning, including
practical experiences in administering, reviewing, and evaluating occupational and
career standardized data profiles.

EDG 6327 Dysfunctional Behavior
The principles of understanding dysfunction in human behavior or social
disorganization, including an overview of dysfunctional behavior and exceptionalities,
analysis of dysfunctional behavior in educational and counseling settings, and an
introduction to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders classification
system.

EDG 6363 Leadership
An examination of organization theory, models, and policies; governance and
management process; and leadership perspectives and leadership theory. A review of
research and new conceptual perspectives will be included.

If you are seeking certification as a Texas School Counselor, you will need to work with
your advisor to substitute EDG 6331 Role of the School Counselor and EDG 6325
Practicum in Counseling into your degree plan. ****Please see page 6 regarding
deadlines of this degree program and state requirements for certification.
EDG 6325 Practicum in Counseling
Three semester hours of supervised practical experience under the supervision of a
certified school counselor. Education 6365 (160 clock hours) meets the requirements for
the professional certificate in school counseling required by the State Board for
Educator Certification. Grading will be either pass or fail. Prerequisite: Permission of
graduate advisor.
EDG 6331 Role of the School Counselor

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Designed to acquaint the student with the organization, program, techniques, and
methods used by counseling personnel to help students individually and in groups with
educational planning, vocational choice, and interpersonal relations.
EDSC 6301 Comprehensive School Counseling Programs
This course focuses on the roles and responsibilities of a comprehensive school
counseling program that emphasizes college and career readiness; postsecondary
options; guidance curriculum; and processes and procedures for planning, designing,
implementing, and evaluating school counseling programs.
EDSC 6302 School Counseling Techniques
An overview of counseling and consultation theories and practices; an understanding of
systems; preventive and intervening strategies; individual and group dynamics, theories,
and techniques.

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HOW TO REGISTER
o Log-in to RAMPORT at ramport.angelo.edu (click on RAMs icon at top)
o Click on Registration
o Click on Add/Drop Classes
o Choose the appropriate term from the drop-down menu
o Search for classes by choosing the subject (Education-Graduate), entering

the course number (CRN) if available and selecting Class Search
o Once you have chosen the desired course, select Add to Worksheet
o After choosing the courses, select Submit Changes
o You can view course schedule by clicking Student Detail Schedule
o For more information on courses and advising, contact Daniel Martinez,

Graduate Programs Advisor at [email protected] or (325) 942-
2209

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SPECIAL PROGRAMS
PRACTICUM
The Guidance and Counseling Program requires a practicum if you are seeking Texas
certification. The purpose of the practicum is to prepare candidates to assume school
counselor positions with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to be successful.
****Please see page 6 regarding deadlines of this degree program and state
requirements for certification.
Guidance and Counseling candidates are working toward gaining practical experiences
in the American Counselor Association (ACA), American School Counselor Association
(ASCA), and Texas Education Agency (TEA) professional competencies and standards
through a variety of real-world, on-the-job experiences under the supervision of a site
supervisor (mentor) and field supervisor (evaluator). It is expected that candidates
refer to specific requirements within their Practicum Program Handbook.
The practicum involves a minimum of 160 clock hours (3 semester credit hours).
Pre-requisites for the Guidance and Counseling practicum include:

• Degree-seeking candidates must be fully admitted to the program and have an
official degree plan on file with the College of Graduate Studies.

• Prior completion of EDG 6331 Role of a School Counselor with a grade of B or
better.

• Candidates must complete the Practicum Application before approval to register
for the internship.

STUDENT LIABILITY INSURANCE
Litigation involving practitioners in the counseling profession has increased dramatically
in recent years for many reasons; the result is that every counseling professional is a
potential target for litigation. Adherence to professional ethical standards and high
standards for personal and professional conduct are perhaps the best ways for
counseling professionals to avoid involvement in litigation. Nevertheless, since there is
no “foolproof” way to avoid litigation, most counseling professionals now consider
liability insurance to be a necessity.
The Guidance and Counseling program strongly recommends all students obtain
professional liability insurance upon first term enrollment of field-based classes,
generally starting with practicum. Proof of insurance may be a condition of enrollment
in all practicum and internships and should be submitted with your application.

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Students can obtain professional liability insurance at a discounted rate as a benefit of
membership through national professional organizations. See the section of this
handbook on Professional Memberships for additional information.
CERTIFICATION
ASU only certifies educators in Texas and is unable to certify out-of-state candidates.
Candidates seeking out-of-Texas certification must contact their advisor(s) for personal
assistance.
The certification programs are designed to elevate professional standards, enhance
individual performance, and designate those who demonstrate knowledge essential to
the practice of their chosen field of study. The certification programs adhere to the
Texas Education Agency standards and requirements.
CERTIFICATES
Candidates may also elect to obtain an Academic Advising Certificate in conjunction with
the M.Ed. Guidance and Counseling coursework. This is a graduate-level plan for
candidates interested in working as academic advisors in institutions of higher
education. Please note it may take extra coursework depending upon your ultimate
goal for your degree.
A certificate of graduate study is a non-degree credential is designed to provide
students with specialized knowledge that is not a master's program. A chosen
certificate program within the Department of Curriculum and Instruction consists of a
focused collection of courses that, when completed, affords the student some record of
coherent academic accomplishment in a given discipline or set of related disciplines.
STUDY ABROAD
The first study abroad for the educational counseling programs will take place during
Summer 2020 in Verona, Italy. Applications for the trip will open in September 2019
and decisions will be made on who may attend before December 2019. More
information will be made available online at https://www.angelo.edu/dept/study-
abroad/
Students will be required to take EDSC 6303 Techniques in School Counseling and EDG
6301 Social and Cultural Influences concurrently while participating in the study abroad
program, so if interested, please do not register for them prior to Summer 2020.

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RESOURCES
ACADEMIC PORTFOLIOS
Candidates will create a repository of creative work in courses to display knowledge
attained and demonstrate the skillset of candidates. These portfolios will be created in
Blackboard and are like a toolbox, as they contain essential tools that can be utilized to
accomplish tasks in each candidate’s field. Candidates will add course artifacts in the
academic portfolio during Module 8 of each course. Candidates also have the
opportunity to reflect upon feedback administered in each course for each assignment,
utilize that feedback to make adjustments for assignments, and then upload to a
centralized, easily-accessible repository.
GRADE APPEALS
Candidates with grade grievances should review Angelo State University Operating
Policy and Procedure OP 10.03 Grade Grievances (www.angelo.edu/opmanual). The
policy outlines the complete process for grade appeals. As the policy states, the
assignment of grades in a course are the responsibility of the lead faculty member. A
candidate’s grounds for grade appeal must be based on one of the following: issues of
computation, discrimination, equal treatment, or reasonable accommodation when a
documented student need is present in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities
Act of 1990 (ADA) guidelines. Otherwise, the faculty member’s grade determination is
final.
The Department of Curriculum & Instruction has a Grade Appeal Form (Appendix B) for
candidates who have attempted to resolve their grade concern with the lead faculty
member and were unable to reach a resolution. The Grade Appeal Form can be
completed by the candidate and submitted to the Department Chair for review.
LIBRARY RESOURCES
Candidates should familiarize themselves with the numerous resources available
through the Angelo State University Porter Henderson Library at
www.angelo.edu/services/library/. Information on library resources is available in the
Orientation tab of each course. Some courses also include a special research librarian
for the course, and candidates can contact them directly through a specific course
discussion board. All candidates can also use the Ask A Librarian research support
feature.
ORIENTATION COURSE
An online C&I Student Orientation course has been designed to provide support for
candidates completing programs in the Department of Curriculum & Instruction. The

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course is accessible through Blackboard, and a link is provided in every department
course. The C&I Student Orientation provides information on the following areas:

• Technology Resources and Support
• Blackboard Learning Management System
• Required Department Plagiarism Module
• Advising Resources and Course Schedules
• Academic Resources (Writing, Research, Netiquette, Peer Review)
• Library Resources and Access to Research Librarians
• Student Support Resources (Accessibility, Support Services)

GUIDANCE AND COUNSELING/ PROFESSIONAL SCHOOL COUNSELING BLACKBOARD
ORGANIZATION

An online organization provided via Blackboard to candidates enrolled in the Guidance
and Counseling program with resources related to the field of counseling, professional
associations, job search resources, presentation opportunities, and other helpful
information. Candidates will receive announcements from this Blackboard organization
with information on the program.

SOCIAL MEDIA

The program has several social media outlets for students to follow professional trends,
program announcements, and more.

• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AngeloEduCounseling/
• Twitter: @counseling_ed
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/12236446/

PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS

Professional associations are vital to the productive professional life of counselors.
Students are encouraged to join and participate in the activities of national, state and
local professional counseling organizations. The department faculty members recognize
that students' financial resources are limited. Therefore, the department faculty does
not require that you become a member of one or more professional organizations
pertinent to your professional goals. However, the department does believe that
membership in professional organizations is an important aspect of professionalism, and
therefore strongly encourages you to join professional organizations if are able to do so.
Most professional organizations offer student affiliate rates, making the process more
affordable for students.

One method to remain current in the profession is by participating in professional
organizations by presenting papers at various conferences, serving on committees,
writing for professional journals, attending workshops, and becoming active in

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leadership. While there are many benefits to be derived from membership in a
professional organization, only the primary ones are noted here. As a member of a
professional organization, you:

1. Receive the publications.
2. Are entitled to reduced membership rates and reduced registration rates for

conferences
3. Are eligible for member services (e.g., professional liability insurance, legal

defense fund, library resource use, etc.)
4. Have a method of direct involvement with activities and issues directly or

indirectly pertinent to your profession.
5. Are affiliated with other professionals having interests and areas of expertise

similar to yours.
6. May remain current in the knowledge, practices, and research findings in the

field.

Application forms for the American Counseling Association (ACA) can be obtained
through ACA. ACA also has a number of divisions that focus on specialty areas (e.g.,
counselor education and supervision, counselors for social justice, multicultural
counseling and development, child and adolescent counseling, group counseling, mental
health, school, assessment, creativity in counseling, spirituality). You may access
information about ACA and its divisions via http://www.counseling.org. The school
counselor connection page can be found at
https://www.counseling.org/membership/aca-and-you/school-counselors/school-
counselor.

The Texas Counseling Association (TCA) is a state branch of the ACA. Similar to ACA,
TCA has several divisions as well as local chapters throughout the state. We encourage
you to join TCA. This is an excellent way to learn more about our profession and to
become involved in issues and activities that can influence the delivery of counseling
services in Texas. You may access information about TCA at: www.txca.org or through
social media at https://www.facebook.com/TexasCounselingAssociation/ and
https://twitter.com/TxCAtweets.

The Texas School Counselor Association (TSCA) is a division of TCA. The TSCA mission is
to serve professional school counselors by advocating for and advancing the role of the
professional school counselor and the comprehensive school guidance and counseling
program throughout Texas. More information on TSCA can be found at
https://www.txca.org/tca/TSCA_Home.asp or through social media at
https://www.facebook.com/TexasSchoolCounselorAssociation/ and
https://twitter.com/TxSCATweets.

You’re encouraged to engage with your local chapter of TCA also:

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Bay Area Counseling Association • Region 1 Counties: Chambers, East Harris, Galveston,
Liberty www.txca.org/bayarea
Big Country Counseling Association • Region 3 Counties: Callahan, Fisher, Haskell,
Jones, Mitchell, Nolan, Scurry, Shackelford, Stonewall, Taylor
Bluebonnet Counseling Association • Region 5 Counties: Bastrop, Burleson, Caldwell,
Fayette, Gonzales, Lee, Milam, Williamson www.txca.org/bca
Border Counseling Association • Region 2 Counties: Duval, Dimmit, Jim Hogg, La Salle,
Maverick, Webb, Zapata, Zavala www.txca.org/border
Brazoria County Counseling Association • Region 1 Counties: Brazoria Brazos Valley
Counseling Association • Region 1 Counties: Brazos, Grimes, Houston, Leon, Madison,
Robertson, Trinity, Walker www.txca.org/bvca
Capital of Texas Counseling Association • Region 5 Counties: Hays, Travis, Burnet
www.txca.org/ctca
Cross Timbers Counseling Association • Region 4 Counties: Bosque, Brown, Comanche,
Eastland, Erath, Hamilton, Hood, Palo Pinto, Somervell, Stephens
Dallas Metro Counseling Association • Region 4 Counties: Dallas, Ellis, Kaufman,
Navarro, Rockwall www.txca.org/dmca
Fort Bend Counseling Association • Region 1 Counties: Fort Bend www.txca.org/fbca
Greenbelt Counseling Association • Region 4 Counties: Archer, Baylor, Clay, Foard,
Hardeman, Jack, Knox, Throckmorton, Wichita, Wilbarger, Young www.txca.org/gbca
Gulf Coast Counseling Association • Region 2 Counties: Aransas, Bee, Brooks, Jim Wells,
Kleberg, Kenedy, Live Oak, McMullen, Nueces, San Patricio www.txca.org/gcca
Heart of Texas Counseling Association • Region 5 Counties: Falls, Freestone, Hill,
Limestone, McLennan www.txca.org/hotca
High Plains Counseling Association • Region 3 Counties: Armstrong, Briscoe, Carson,
Castro, Childress, Collingsworth, Dallam, Deaf Smith, Donley, Gray, Hall, Hansford,
Hartley, Hemphill, Hutchinson, Lipscomb, Moore, Ochiltree, Oldham, Parmer, Potter,
Randall, Roberts, Sherman, Swisher, Wheeler www.txca.org/hpca
Houston Counseling Association • Region 1 Counties: Austin, Harris, Waller,
Washington www.txca.org/hca

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La Bahia Counseling Association • Region 2 Counties: Calhoun, Colorado, De Witt,
Goliad, Jackson, Karnes, Lavaca, Matagorda, Refugio, Victoria, Wharton
Mid-Texas Counseling Association • Region 5 Counties: Bell, Coryell, Lampasas, Mills
www.txca.org/mtca
North Central Texas Counseling Association • Region 4 Counties: Parker, Johnson,
Tarrant, Wise
Northeast Texas Counseling Association • Region 4 Counties: Bowie, Camp, Cass, Delta,
Franklin, Hopkins, Hunt, Lamar, Marion, Morris, Red River, Titus www.txca.org/netca
Northern Metro Counseling Association • Region 4 Counties: Collin, Denton
www.northernmetroca.org
Permian Basin Counseling Association • Region 3 Counties: Andrews, Brewster, Crane,
Ector, Glasscock, Howard, Loving, Martin, Midland, Pecos, Presidio, Reagan, Reeves,
Terrell, Upton, Ward, Winkler
Piney Woods Counseling Association • Region 4 Counties: Anderson, Angelina,
Cherokee, Gregg, Harrison, Henderson, Nacogdoches, Panola, Rains, Rusk, Sabine, San
Augustine, Shelby, Smith, Upshur, Wood, Van Zandt www.pineywoodscounseling.org
Rio Grande Valley Counseling Association • Region 2 Counties: Hidalgo, Starr, Willacy
Southeast Texas Counseling Association • Region 1 Counties: Hardin, Jasper, Jefferson,
Newton, Orange, Polk, Tyler www.txca.org/setca
Spring Creek Counseling Association • Region 1 Counties: North Harris, Montgomery,
San Jacinto www.txca.org/scca
Texas Alamo Region Counseling Association • Region 2 (Formerly South Texas
Counseling Association) Counties: Atascosa, Bexar, Comal, Frio, Guadalupe, Kinney,
Medina, Uvalde, Val Verde, Wilson www.txca.org/tarca
Texas Hill Country Counseling Association • Region 5 Counties: Bandera, Blanco,
Edwards, Gillespie, Kendall, Kerr, Kimble, Llano, Mason, McCulloch, Menard, Real, San
Saba www.txca.org/thcca
Three Rivers Counseling Association • Region 3 Counties: Coke, Coleman, Concho,
Crockett, Irion, Runnels, Schleicher, Sterling, Sutton, Tom Green www.txca.org/trca

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Tip of Texas Counseling Association • Region 2 Counties: Cameron Trans-Pecos
Counseling Association • Region 3 Counties: Culberson, El Paso, Hudspeth, Jeff Davis
www.txca.org/tpca
West Texas Counseling Association • Region 3 Counties: Bailey, Borden, Cochran,
Cottle, Crosby, Dawson, Dickens, Floyd, Gaines, Garza, Hale, Hockley, Kent, King, Lamb,
Lubbock, Lynn, Motley, Terry, Yoakum www.txca.org/wtca
STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES
Angelo State University is committed to the principle that no qualified individual with a
disability shall, on the basis of disability, be excluded from participation in or be denied
the benefits of the services, programs, or activities of the university, or be subjected to
discrimination by the university, as provided by the Americans with Disabilities Act of
1990 (ADA), the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA), and
subsequent legislation.
Student Disability Services is located in the Office of Student Affairs, and is the
designated campus department charged with the responsibility of reviewing and
authorizing requests for reasonable accommodations based on a disability. It is the
student’s responsibility to initiate such a request by contacting an employee of the
Office of Student Affairs, in the Houston Harte University Center, Room 112, or
contacting the department via email at [email protected]. For more information about
the application process and requirements, visit the Student Disability Services website at
www.angelo.edu/ADA. The employee charged with the responsibility of reviewing and
authorizing accommodation requests is:
Dallas Swafford
Director of Student Disability Services
Office of Student Affairs
(325) 942-2047
[email protected]
TECHNOLOGY REQUIREMENTS & SUPPORT
A complete list of technology requirements for online education at Angelo State
University is available at https://www.angelo.edu/online-
education/technology_requirements.php. Internet connectivity problems and home
computer problems are not considered adequate excuses for missing assigned learning
activities. Technical support concerns should be submitted to the IT Service Center via
phone at (325) 942-2911 or toll-free at (866) 942-2911.
TITLE IX

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Angelo State University is committed to providing and strengthening an educational,
working, and living environment where students, faculty, staff, and visitors are free from
sex discrimination of any kind. Sexual discrimination, sexual misconduct, public
indecency, interpersonal violence, sexual assault, sexual exploitation, sexual
harassment, and stalking are not tolerated at ASU. You are encouraged to report any
incidents to ASU’s Title IX Coordinator Michelle Boone at [email protected]
or using ASU’s online form at http://www.angelo.edu/services/title-ix/file-a-
complaint.php.
WITHDRAWALS
Candidates are encouraged to discuss their standing in the course and options for
completion with the Lead Instructor prior to dropping or withdrawing from a course.
Information about course drops and withdrawals is available on the Office of the
Registrar website at http://www.angelo.edu/services/registrars_office/. Candidates should
also refer to the academic calendar for deadlines to request drops and withdrawals.
STUDENT SERVICES WEBSITES
Financial Aid
http://www.angelo.edu/services/financial_aid/
OneCard
https://www.angelo.edu/services/asuone/
Student Accounts/Bursar’s Office
http://www.angelo.edu/services/controller/sa_welcome.php
Student Affairs
http://www.angelo.edu/services/saem/student_affairs.php
Writing Center
http://www.angelo.edu/dept/writing_center/
University Health Clinic and Counseling Services
http://www.angelo.edu/services/health_clinic_counseling/counseling_services.php
OTHER WEBSITES
Angelo State University Department of Curriculum & Instruction
http://www.angelo.edu/dept/ci/

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Angelo State University College of Education
http://www.angelo.edu/dept/ceducation/
Angelo State University College of Graduate Studies and Research
http://www.angelo.edu/dept/graduate-studies/
Angelo State University Operating Policies
http://www.angelo.edu/opmanual/
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
http://www.sacscoc.org/
Texas Education Agency
http://tea.texas.gov/
The Higher Education Coordinating Board
http://www.thecb.state.tx.us/
Educator Code of Ethics
http://tea.texas.gov/index2.aspx?id=2147501244

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CHANGES TO GRADUATE PROGRAM HANDBOOK

The Graduate Program Handbook is subject to change without prior notice. Complete
information about ASU policies and other requirements is available in the ASU Academic
Catalog, Student Handbook, ASU Operating Policies & Procedures, and from the
Graduate School.
This Graduate Program Handbook is reviewed annually by the degree program faculty,
Academic Initiatives Committee in the Department of Curriculum & Instruction.
Revisions are recommended by the committee, reviewed by staff, and approved by
Department Chair and Dean.

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CHANGES TO GRADUATE PROGRAM HANDBOOK

The Graduate Program Handbook is subject to change without prior notice. Complete
information about ASU policies and other requirements is available in the ASU Academic
Catalog, Student Handbook, ASU Operating Policies & Procedures, and from the
Graduate School.

This Graduate Program Handbook is reviewed annually by the degree program faculty,
Academic Initiatives Committee in the Department of Curriculum & Instruction.
Revisions are recommended by the committee, reviewed by staff, and approved by
Department Chair and Dean.

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