The Alfred University counseling program focuses on developing a broad set of helping skills that are applicable to any setting in which counselors work. You will develop these skills both in and out of the classroom. You will spend over 150 days (900 clock hours) in a school, agency, or college/university setting.

Coursework in the program offers practice in a range of counseling skills, while the field experience provides the student with a practical application in the area of counseling that he or she wishes to pursue. Students complete their practicum and internship experiences in their area of specialization (schools, agency or college/university). Recent internship sites include: public elementary, middle and high schools, BOCES units, college counseling centers, community mental health centers, alcohol and substances abuse programs, hospitals, and government-funded youth and geriatric programs. Students must provide their own transportation to internship sites.