The counselor education program at Siena Heights University provides a foundation for careers in many counseling specialties and settings. Siena faculty, peers, field work supervisors and alumni form a useful network for developing employment contacts. Siena’s graduates have found employment as counselors in the following specialties and settings:
Counselor Specialties
School counselors
Career, vocational and employment counselors
Rehabilitation counselors
Mental health counselors
Substance abuse counselors
Family and youth counselors
Employee assistance counselors
Crisis counselors
Settings
K-12 schools; alternative schools
Community college and university counseling centers
Hospitals, health care facilities, and hospice programs
Residential youth centers
Rehabilitation services
Mental health and substance abuse clinics
Correctional institutions and criminal justice system
Group homes and shelters
Departments of Human Services
Churches
Private practice
Employment Outlook (Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2010-2011)
Employment growth much faster than average for all occupations
Overall employment expected to increase by 21% to 2016
Job growth will vary by location and specialty
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