Waynesburg University's Regional Counseling Symposium
Fostering Connection: Addressing the Needs of Marginalized Groups
Waynesburg University will host a regional symposium focusing on ways to foster connections among behavioral health and social service agencies in the spring.
Individuals are cordially invited to submit a proposal to present at Waynesburg University's Regional Counseling Symposium, which will take place Friday, March 21, 2025, in Canonsburg, Pennsylvania.
Licensed professional counselors, psychotherapists, counselor educators, clinical supervisors, community stakeholders, human resources professionals, and other members of the behavioral health workforce are encouraged to submit a proposal to present.
Agencies can help make this conference a success by sharing the knowledge they have about working with marginalized groups. Agencies are encouraged to share their expertise by participating in a round table discussion with other providers and stakeholders or presenting a workshop or paper pertaining to behavioral health interventions, social service initiatives and advocacy efforts promoting social justice for underserved groups. In addition, agencies can use this symposium as an outreach and networking opportunity by setting up an informational table.
- Submission Deadline: Jan. 24, 2025
- Notification of Selection: Feb. 14, 2025
OUTSTANDING CHANGE LEADERSHIP AWARDS
This year, awards for Outstanding Change Leadership will be awarded. Nominations should include a name and short paragraph about the person or agency that best represents an Outstanding Program or Outstanding Change Leader. Awardees will be recognized at the 2025 Waynesburg University Counseling Symposium.
Symposium Details
Date: Friday, March 21, 2025
Time: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Location: Hilton Garden Inn, Southpointe
1000 Corporate Dr., Canonsburg, PA 15317
Guest Recommendations
Master of Arts in Counseling
Waynesburg University's 60-credit Master of Arts in Counseling program prepares students with the academic requirements needed to become Licensed Professional Counselors (LPC). This program offers concentrations in Clinical Mental Health counseling and Addictions counseling, and is accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Programs (CACREP).
Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision
Waynesburg University offers a 54-credit Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision program for students looking to work as counselor educators in colleges and universities, or as leaders in clinical mental health, addictions or school counseling. This program is accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Programs (CACREP).
Certificate in Addictions Counseling
Waynesburg University offers a 12-credit, non-degree, post-baccalaureate Certificate in Addictions Counseling for individuals interested in becoming certified as an alcohol and drug counselor. This certificate is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE).
Certificate in Clinical Supervision
This 12-credit, non-degree, post-baccalaureate certificate is offered 100% online and can be successfully completed in as little as two semesters. Upon completion, licensed professionals will be well positioned to pursue the Center for Credentialing and Education Approved Clinical Supervisor (ACS) credential and non-licensed professionals may qualify for the Pennsylvania Certification Board's Certified Clinical Supervision (CSC) credential.
Behavioral Health Workforce Education and Training (BHWET) Program
The purpose of the BHWET Program for Professionals is to develop and expand experiential training opportunities, such as field placements and internships, to improve the sustainability of the behavioral health workforce. The BHWET program emphasizes relationships with community-based partners to increase access to quality behavioral health services in high need, high demand, and medically underserved areas. Special attention is given to vulnerable populations, such as children, adolescents and transitional-aged youth, who are at risk for behavioral health disorders as well as individuals with substance use disorders.
The Behavioral Health Workforce Education and Training (BHWET) Program for Professionals is supported by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) as part of an award totaling $1,069,240 over a four-year period from 2021 to 2025 with 0% financed with non-governmental sources.
Meet the Department
Devon Bowser
Dean of Graduate and Professional Studies, Program Director for the Master of Arts in Counseling, Program Director for the Doctor of Philosophy in Counseling Education and Associate Professor of Counseling
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James Hepburn
Professor of Psychology
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Kelley McNichols
Assistant Program Director for the Master of Arts in Counseling and Doctor of Philosophy in Counseling Education, Assistant Professor of Counseling and Grant Advisor
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Michelle Steimer
Director of Veteran and Military Student Services
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Charles Stoddard
Grant Program Manager and Training Coordinator
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