The Higher Education Counseling / Student Affairs (HECSA) program requires the successful completion of 72 quarter credit units (equates to 48 semester units). In compliance with CAS (2012) standards, the program can be completed in a minimum of two full-time academic years. There are two options for completing the program: the two-year plan, and the three-year plan.
PROGRAM COURSEWORK:
Current Quarter Schedule - Fall 2025
Upcoming Semester Schedule - Starting Fall 2026
Schedules are still being finalized and are subject to change prior to Fall 2026.
Fall Semester Year One
| HCSA 5501 |
Introduction to Higher Education Counseling and Student Affairs (3 units) |
| HCSA 5521 |
Introduction to Research and Assessment in HECSA (3 units) |
| HCSA 5531 |
Student Development Theory in HECSA (3 units) |
| HCSA 5560 |
Field Experience in HECSA (2 units) |
Spring Semester Year One
| HCSA 5510 |
Counseling and Advising in Higher Education (3 units) |
| HCSA 5511 |
Legal and Ethical Issues in HECSA (3 units) |
| HCSA 5520 |
Multicultural Issues in HECSA (3 units) |
| HCSA 5560 |
Field Experience in HECSA (2 units) |
| HCSA 5551 (ELECTIVE*) |
Adult Learning, Communication, and Conflict Resolution (3 units) |
Fall Semester Year Two
| HCSA 5540 |
Higher Education Administration (3 units) |
| HCSA 5581 |
Advanced Research & Assessment in HECSA (3 units) |
| HCSA 5541 |
Group Facilitation (3 units) |
| HCSA 5560 |
Field Experience in HECSA (2 units) |
| HCSA 5591 (ELECTIVE*) |
Community College Counseling (3 units) |
Spring Semester Year Two
| HCSA 5580 |
Advanced Multicultural Issues in HECSA (3 units) |
| HCSA 5550 |
Career Counseling (3 units) |
| HCSA 5530 |
Leadership and Consultation in HECSA (3 units) |
| HCSA 5598 |
Project (3 units) |
*Note: 2 electives are listed - students must choose at least 1 to earn a total of 48 semester credits, or can take both if so desired.
