Principles of Independent Educational Consulting
This is the first required course in the Independent Educational Consultant Certificate Program.
This course is designed to introduce a career as an Independent Educational Consultant. It will familiarize students with the professional issues faced when advising students in the college planning process. Topics in this course examine the principles and practices associated with the development of an independent college counseling practice. Highlighted is the role of the educational consultant as a resource for students and parents and the operating philosophies connected to that role. Additional topics include: the complexities of college choice, ways to make the practice successful, and what is changing in the admission and higher education landscape.
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SPRING 2025
Class Schedule
| Event | Date | Day | Start Time | End Time | Location | Room |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Event Start | Date 3/31/2025 | Day MON | Start Time | End Time | Location Online (Access Begins) | Room --- |
| Event Synchronous Meeting | Date 4/6/2025 | Day SUN | Start Time 05:00 PM | End Time 06:00 PM | Location Zoom | Room |
| Event Synchronous Meeting | Date 4/13/2025 | Day SUN | Start Time 05:00 PM | End Time 06:00 PM | Location Zoom | Room |
| Event Synchronous Meeting | Date 4/21/2025 | Day MON | Start Time 05:00 PM | End Time 06:00 PM | Location Zoom | Room |
| Event Synchronous Meeting | Date 4/27/2025 | Day SUN | Start Time 05:00 PM | End Time 06:00 PM | Location Zoom | Room |
| Event End | Date 5/18/2025 | Day SUN | Start Time | End Time | Location Online (Access Ends) | Room --- |
Textbook Information for EDUC X406.
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Special Notes
This course will host live sessions via Zoom. A device with audio and visual will be needed to participate. Synchronous sessions are highly encouraged for an interactive learning experience but are optional. Sessions are recorded and available for viewing, allowing learners to engage with the content at their convenience.
SUMMER 2025
Class Schedule
| Event | Date | Day | Start Time | End Time | Location | Room |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Event Start | Date 6/23/2025 | Day MON | Start Time | End Time | Location Online (Access Begins) | Room --- |
| Event Synchronous Meeting | Date 6/29/2025 | Day SUN | Start Time 05:00 PM | End Time 06:00 PM | Location Zoom | Room |
| Event Synchronous Meeting | Date 7/6/2025 | Day SUN | Start Time 05:00 PM | End Time 06:00 PM | Location Zoom | Room |
| Event Synchronous Meeting | Date 7/13/2025 | Day SUN | Start Time 05:00 PM | End Time 06:00 PM | Location Zoom | Room |
| Event Synchronous Meeting | Date 7/20/2025 | Day SUN | Start Time 05:00 PM | End Time 06:00 PM | Location Zoom | Room |
| Event End | Date 8/10/2025 | Day SUN | Start Time | End Time | Location Online (Access Ends) | Room --- |
Textbook Information for EDUC X406.
Required Textbook(s):
Optional Textbook(s):
Meet Your Instructor(s)
Special Notes
This course will host live sessions via Zoom. A device with audio and visual will be needed to participate. Synchronous sessions are highly encouraged for an interactive learning experience, but are optional. Sessions are recorded and available for viewing, allowing learners to engage with the content at their convenience.
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