Counseling and Student Support Certificate

This certificate provides educators, counselors, and school professionals with practical knowledge and strategies to support the academic, social-emotional, behavioral, and personal development of students.

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What is a Counseling and Student Support Certificate?

Participants will explore principles of student-centered support, relationship building, social-emotional learning, trauma-informed practices, and positive approaches to addressing challenging behaviors and student needs.

Through this professional development, educators will strengthen their ability to recognize and respond to student stress, grief, loss, family changes, bullying, aggression, and other challenges that can affect learning and well-being. Participants will also develop strategies for effective communication with students and families, peer mentoring, student leadership, group support, career and college readiness, and creating a culture where students feel connected and empowered to succeed.

The certificate emphasizes practical, immediately applicable approaches that help educators build stronger relationships, promote resilience, encourage student success, and create safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environments. Participants will leave with tools and perspectives they can apply directly in their classrooms, counseling practices, and school communities.

How do I Earn my Counseling and Student Support Certificate?

Enroll in at least 15 credits from any of the courses below to complete the certificate program.

Benefits of Earning Your Counseling and Student Support Certificate – 100% Online

  • Convenience

    The convenience of completing courses online allows you to increase your skills while working full-time.

  • Flexibility

    Enroll in the courses one at a time and take up to an entire year to complete each one, all from the comfort of your home.

  • Support

    FPU has created a supportive online experience. Instructors are available to answer questions, give feedback, and provide guidance.

  • Affordability

    Pay for each course as you go through the program. There is no need to fund the cost of the certificate upfront.

  • Expertise

    Course instructors at FPU have classroom teaching experience and advanced degrees and are instrumental in the development of engaging courses.

  • Salary

    FPU professional development courses can help you earn certifications and salary increases. Depending on your location, some school districts offer tens of thousands of dollars per year for course units.

How do I Request my Certificate?

  1. Complete 15 units of elective courses as specified above.
  2. Click to download the application form.
  3. Return the completed application form to the CE office, as stated on the form.
  4. Upon receipt of the completed application form and verification of successful completion of the 15 units, the certificate is awarded and posted to the participant’s transcript.