ISCA Specialization Certificate
The ISCA Specialization Certificate Program offers participants a focused journey into key areas of interest, enabling them to deepen their expertise and apply theory to practice within their unique school contexts. With the most up-to-date resources and research on international school counseling, participants will gain the knowledge to make a meaningful impact on their students and school communities.
The ISCA Specialization Certificate Program includes several key areas of focus, each addressing essential needs in supporting students and working effectively in schools. These specializations will help professionals build their capacity and enhance their skills in crucial areas.
Here are the current specializations offered:
- SFBT (Solution-Focused Brief Therapy)
- Solution-Focused Brief Therapy is a powerful, goal-oriented approach designed to help clients quickly identify solutions to their challenges. This specialization equips professionals with tools to help students and individuals move away from problem-focused thinking, fostering a mindset of strength and possibility. SFBT is particularly effective in fast-paced environments like schools, where time may be limited, and intervention needs to be both efficient and impactful. This approach empowers school counselors to guide students through challenges by focusing on their strengths and building practical solutions.
- DEIJ (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Justice)
- The DEIJ specialization emphasizes the importance of fostering inclusive, equitable environments in schools. This training helps professionals understand and address the systemic barriers that affect students from diverse backgrounds, ensuring that all students have the opportunity to thrive. Participants will learn how to create safe and welcoming spaces for students, engage in culturally competent practices, and promote social justice. DEIJ is vital for fostering a sense of belonging and community in international school settings, where cultural diversity and inclusion are key to student success and well-being.
- **NEW** Mental Health Specialization
- This specialization focuses on building the skills necessary to support students facing mental health challenges. It provides professionals with the tools to recognize early signs of mental health issues, intervene appropriately, and support students in developing resilience and coping mechanisms. As mental health continues to be a critical concern worldwide, this specialization equips counselors and educators with the expertise to address the growing need for mental health support in schools, helping to create a healthier, more supportive environment for all students.
These specializations provide participants with essential tools to navigate the complex landscape of student support in international schools. The ISCA Specialization Certificate Program allows professionals to enhance their knowledge, develop practical skills, and become more effective in supporting the diverse needs of students and school communities. As the program evolves, ISCA will continue to add more specializations, ensuring that you remain at the forefront of best practices in the field.
What is the curriculum of the ISCA Specialization Certificate Program?
The curriculum for the ISCA Specialization Certificate Program consists of a series of courses, each ranging from 2 to 16 hours in duration. Participants have the flexibility to choose individual courses or to pursue a specialization certificate. To learn more about the curriculum for the new ISCA Certified Counselor Program, see above.
For participants in the specialization certificate program, each course includes a required assessment that must be completed within 15 days of the course conclusion.
An additional fee of $50 per person will be charged per course. This fee covers assessment grading and feedback from the course faculty member. See below for more information regarding assessment guidelines and requirements.
A cornerstone of our ISCA Certified Counselor Program is the alignment with our Professional and Ethical Standards. ISCA has adopted and adheres to the ASCA Professional and Ethical Standards and ISCA remains up-to-date with international best practices in counseling. The curriculum of each course directly reflects our commitment to maintaining professional excellence and ethical standards in counseling education and practice.
Specializations and the Courses
To complete this specialization certificate, participants must take all the courses listed below.
* Chose one (1) of the two (2) LGBTQ+ course toward the certificate.
Certification FAQs
As of January 2025, the following specializations will be offered: (1) Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging Specialization, (2) Solution-Focused Behavior Therapy Specialization, and (3) Mental Health
Yes! Over the next year, we will be adding more specializations, such as College Counseling.
Students should anticipate that it will take approximately 12 to 18 months to complete one (1) ISCA Specialization Certificate Program. Moreover, you will have a maximum of four (4) years to complete this program.
Depending on the specialization the approximate cost ranges from $1,990 to $2,400 (ISCA Member Pricing). This includes the registration and a $50 assessment fee for all courses required to complete the ISCA Specialization Certificate program.
Participants will continue to pay per course at the time of registration. The courses are listed with the member and non-member pricing.
If you are not an ISCA member please consider joining ISCA to benefit from these lower prices.
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