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School Counselor for teaching degree programs

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About the Program

The School Counselor for teaching degree programs is an extension program that trains counselors who qualify through a state examination. The program covers the entire educational process, providing services at the intersection of school and home, ranging from talks and information offers to pedagogical assistance, support, and prevention. The training takes into account requirements of inclusion and career orientation. The extension course provides scientific foundations, basic knowledge, skills, competencies, and attitudes that enable counseling teachers to independently handle counseling tasks in everyday school life. The program includes psychological expertise, knowledge of school organization, legal and sociological foundations. Key study areas include psychological counseling, personality psychology, educational-psychological diagnostics, behavioral problems, learning difficulties, pedagogical basics of counseling, school career counseling, and organizational counseling.
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The School Counselor for teaching degree programs is an extension program that trains counselors who qualify through a state examination. The program covers the entire educational process, providing services at the intersection of school and home, ranging from talks and information offers to pedagogical assistance, support, and prevention. The training takes into account requirements of inclusion and career orientation. The extension course provides scientific foundations, basic knowledge, skills, competencies, and attitudes that enable counseling teachers to independently handle counseling tasks in everyday school life. The program includes psychological expertise, knowledge of school organization, legal and sociological foundations. Key study areas include psychological counseling, personality psychology, educational-psychological diagnostics, behavioral problems, learning difficulties, pedagogical basics of counseling, school career counseling, and organizational counseling.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about School Counselor for teaching degree programs at Katholische Universität Eichstätt - Ingolstadt

Is School Counselor for teaching degree programs at Katholische Universität Eichstätt - Ingolstadt taught in German or English?

This Other programme is taught in German. Make sure to check the language requirements (e.g. TestDaF, DSH, IELTS or TOEFL) before applying.

How much does the School Counselor for teaching degree programs programme cost?

78 EUR / semester. International students should also budget around 800–1000 EUR/month for living costs in Germany.

What are the admission requirements for School Counselor for teaching degree programs at Katholische Universität Eichstätt - Ingolstadt?

Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (German), and (for non-EU applicants) a uni-assist application plus financial proof (Sperrkonto ~11.904 EUR/year).

When is the application deadline?

Application deadlines vary: winter semester usually closes on 15 July, summer semester on 15 January. Always confirm the exact deadline on the official university website.

Can I work in Germany while studying School Counselor for teaching degree programs?

Yes. International students may work up to 140 full days / 280 half days per year without additional permission. After graduation you can apply for an 18-month job-seeker permit.

How do I apply to Katholische Universität Eichstätt - Ingolstadt — directly or via uni-assist?

Most German universities accept international applications through uni-assist for document verification. Some unis accept direct applications — check the programme page on the official site.

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