3rd Edition

The School Counselor's Preparation and Professional Practice Desk Reference and Examination Study Guide

By Rita Schellenberg Copyright 2025
474 Pages 7 B/W Illustrations
by Routledge

474 Pages 7 B/W Illustrations
by Routledge

474 Pages 7 B/W Illustrations
by Routledge

This third edition of The School Counselor’s Preparation and Professional Practice Desk Reference and Examination Study Guide is a comprehensive resource for both pre-service and practicing school counselors. It is intended to be used as a school counselor preparation course text, credentialing exam study resource, and comprehensive desk reference. The text material holistically addresses... Read more

Foreword  Preface Introduction  1. Foundations of School Counseling 2. Comprehensive School Counseling Programs  3. Primary Developmental Domains  4. Theories and Techniques for School Settings  5. Diversity, Equity, and Advocacy  6. Leadership  Full-length Practice Exam Glossary  References Acronyms Index

Biography

Rita Schellenberg is a professor in the school counseling program at Liberty University. She is actively involved in the profession serving in leadership roles and presenting at conferences. Dr. Schellenberg is a licensed professional counselor, school counselor, counselor supervisor, and holds several other national counseling credentials and ASCA certifications.

“As a school counselor turned counselor educator, this desk reference has been my go-to for all things related to school counseling exams for my students and even my own quest toward national board certification. My current counselor-in-training students have even used this desk reference as a way to enhance what they are learning through their own coursework. It brings all essential content together in a succinct and concise way. You can't go wrong with Dr. Schellenberg's study guide.”

Summer Kuba, PhD, is a professor and program director for the M.Ed. in School Counseling Program at Liberty University.

 

“This desk reference and study guide is written with charm, knowledge, and personality, which describes Dr. Schellenberg in a nutshell. The layout, scenarios, and writing style make it easy to review and follow. Like her, the text is unique and valuable beyond measure, helping practitioners to be successful in the world of school counseling and competently preparing students for school counseling exams.”

Sarah Ritchie, MEd, a distinguished school counselor for King George County Schools and Communications and Public Relations Chair for the Virginia School Counselor Association.

 

“Given the multiple contributors to the advances in school counseling as a profession, it is rare to find any resource that combines the latest information from each. This is especially true of preparatory materials to guide pre-service counselors toward national certification and more. Dr. Schellenberg’s study guide fills this literature void by providing a practical guide toward content mastery that not only prepares pre-service school counselors for their exams but equips them for critical service to their students.”

Paul Harris, PhD., Professor, Counselor, Past Board of Directors, American School Counselor Association.