Make a Difference Where It Matters Most.

Start Your Journey in Education and Counseling at Cleveland State University.

Would you like to inspire young minds, guide personal growth, or shape the future of your community? At the School of Education and Counseling, part of CSU’s Levin College of Public Affairs and Education, you’ll find multiple pathways to earn the credentials you need to reach your goals.

Our innovative, multidisciplinary approach prepares educators and mental health clinicians to lead with purpose. With three Cleveland schools located right on campus and strong partnerships across Northeast Ohio, you’ll gain hands-on experience from day one.

Choose Your Pathway

Become a Teacher

Prepare for your teaching career through Levin’s Undergraduate Programs in Education. Earn a bachelor’s degree with 700+ hours of field experience while building the practical skills to succeed in classroom settings. Explore programs in early childhood, adolescent and young adult education, foreign language, music, and special education, along with certificate, licensure, and endorsement options tailored to your career path. 

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Become a Counselor

Levin’s graduate counseling programs, accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP), prepare you to support the mental health and development of individuals across educational, clinical, and community settings. Choose a pathway in school counseling or clinical mental health counseling, with each program combining academic study, supervised field experience, and a commitment to culturally competent, socially responsive practice. Faculty bring real-world expertise to help you build the skills and confidence to become a licensed professional making a meaningful impact.

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Advance Your Career

Advance your career with graduate study at the School of Education and Counseling. Earn an M.Ed. that deepens your expertise or prepares you for leadership in fields such as educational leadership, curriculum and instruction, literacy, adult learning and development, or counseling. Pursue licensure pathways aligned with Ohio credentials like Principal or Superintendent Licensure or add specialized endorsements in areas such as gifted education, educational technology, or TESOL to expand your teaching impact. 

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Graduate Certificate Programs 

Build targeted expertise with short, flexible programs designed for working professionals. These certificates provide specialized skills that enhance your practice and many can be applied toward advanced graduate study. 

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Doctoral Study 

Join a doctoral program that explores the role of education in shaping communities. Build advanced research skills, prepare for leadership, and collaborate with peers committed to creating change in schools, universities, and communities. 

Learn more about our doctoral studies program. »

Why CSU Levin College? 

• Hands-On from Day One: Start fieldwork in your first year.
• Flexible and Stackable: Pathways designed to grow with your career.
• Multidisciplinary: Connect education, counseling, and public service.
• Supportive: Faculty mentors, placement guidance, and personalized coaching.