SOLES Resource Library
Unlock a wealth of knowledge with our free graduate school resource library! Whether you're exploring programs, preparing your application, or planning your academic journey, this comprehensive collection of free digital resources, you'll find everything you need to confidently pursue your graduate degree at SOLES.
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MA in Marital & Family Therapy On-Demand Info Session
Accredited by the Board of Behavioral Sciences (California) and the Commission on Accreditation for Marriage and Family Therapy, this program centers on relationships, focusing on cultivating a deeper understanding of how family interactions and social connections affect our daily lives.
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MA in Counseling, School Counseling Programs On-Demand Info Session
Develop the knowledge and skills in student advocacy working with children and adolescents with developmental and behavioral needs. This program fulfills California's Pupil Personnel Services (PPS) credential and is eligible for licensure as a professional clinical counselor (LPCC).
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MA in Counseling, Clinical Mental Health Counseling On-Demand Info Session
Accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP). This comprehensive clinical training prepares practitioners to pursue licensure as professional clinical counselors (LPCC).
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PhD in Leadership Studies On-Demand Info Session
Through a blend of research and coursework, students tackle real-world challenges, applying leadership theory to drive impactful solutions. Graduates emerge as empowered leaders, researchers, scholars, educators, and practitioners, ready to address the community's most pressing needs in one of six specialized fields.
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MA in Leadership Studies On-Demand Info Session
This customizable program uses an innovative and dynamic approach to help graduates discover their strengths and grow as leaders. Through flexible, multidisciplinary learning and a range of electives, students gain insight into the dynamics of systems and groups for impactful leadership.
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MA in Restorative Justice Facilitation and Leadership On-Demand Info Session
As one of only four Restorative Justice graduate programs in the country, this program is designed for educators, nonprofit professionals, criminal justice practitioners, or anyone seeking a career in Restorative Justice.
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Degree of Difference
A blog dedicated to sharing stories, research, and insights for tomorrow’s teachers, therapists, leaders, counselors, and advocates.
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Licensure Options at SOLES
This document covers some of the similarities and differences between the MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling (CMHC) and the MA in Marital and Family Therapy (MFT) program to help you determine which may be a better fit for you and your career goals.
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Guide to Funding Your Teacher Education in California
Discover valuable scholarships, grants and loan forgiveness programs that will put your teaching career within reach.
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Guide to Financial Aid and Scholarships at USD-SOLES
Navigating the world of graduate school financial aid can be overwhelming. The good news is that financing grad school isn’t as complicated as it may seem. In fact, with a few exceptions, the process is similar to paying for an undergraduate degree.
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Guide to USD's PhD in Leadership Studies
Students of the PhD in Leadership Studies program are equipped to become better leaders with the capacity to improve lives through academic research and original contributions to their field of leadership. Read our guide to find out how to become an impactful leader who influences real change.
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Guide to Getting a Teacher Credential
Our teaching resource will help you to learn more about understanding your teaching credential options, the essential steps to becoming a teacher in California, and what to look for in a California teacher prep program.
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Guide to the Untold Benefits of a Teaching Career
This guide gets right to the point in addressing the misconceptions, the benefits, and the lasting impact of a teaching career.
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Guide for Teachers for the Next Generation
Today's teachers need a high quality, up-to-date education as they prepare to step into the classroom. That's why close to 60% of America's teachers now have their master's degree. Our guide contains everything you need to know about becoming a forward-thinking educator.
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Guide to the Master's in Leadership Studies Program
Check out our guide to explore what it means to study leadership and why this program can change your approach to work, life, and relationships.
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Online Programs Offerings
We have long offered high-quality online delivery options for our graduate programs in education and leadership. Explore this resource to learn more about the specifics of each program!
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