What courses should I register for?
If you are a new student, it is most important to sign up as soon as possible for the designated pre matriculation courses: CED 519 or 520 (These are counseling ethics courses. 519 is for School Counseling and 520 is for Community Counseling. However due to the overlap of content, a student may take either course to fulfill the requirements for matriculation and for certification and licensure), CED 501, and EDU 550. However it is possible to choose a course or two that has no prerequisites. Courses having pre requisites are designated by an asterisk. Be mindful that if a student accumulates 18 credits and has not matriculated, he or she will automatically be locked out of the registration process until matriculation requirements are met. It is also important to note that certain core courses are only offered in the fall and spring semesters. This will be important to keep in mind in planning and course selection as each of these courses is a pre requisite for the other and are sequential. They are CED 501, CED 502, CED 505, CED 511, and CED 552.

Why am I expected to meet with an advisor as I begin the program?
The program at McDaniel is geared to academic excellence and the personal growth and deepening personal and professional identity of the student. It is important for you to be known by the program advisors in order to assist in planning your program and to make the most efficient use of time in negotiating your course of study.

When should I meet with my advisor?
It is important to meet with your advisor as soon after you receive your letter of acceptance into the program. Knowing course sequences and getting a scope on the program options (there are 6 different tracks) can greatly facilitate a smooth course of study. You will also meet with an advisor after you have completed CED 519 or 520, CED 501, and EDU 550 in order to matriculate and formalize your program plan. Other advising meetings are at your discretion and need or that of your advisor.  In order to accommodate students’ scheduling, we have established an open advising policy. This allows the student to meet with any adviser of his or her choice. **Important note: it is advisable to schedule matriculation and course selection appointments well in advance of deadlines. No matriculation appointments can be arranged the week prior to registration.

How many courses can I take?
This program is not considered a full time program. The typical student takes 6 credits per semester. Financial Aid requires students to take 6 credits. The maximum credits for a semester is 9. In the summer, students can take a maximum of 9 credits over the course of three sessions, but no more than 6 credits in any one session.

What do I need to know about course registration?
Counselor Education program has a large number of students; courses fill up very quickly. Planning is crucial in this process. FYI, the schedule for registration is as follows: the spring offerings are posted on The Archway, by late October, early November; and official registration begins December 1; summer offerings posted, late February, early March, and registration begins April 1; fall course offerings are posted late May, early June, and registration begins July 1. The wonders of technology and the Archway make it possible for you to pre select your courses on the Archway as soon as the courses are posted. This is tantamount to putting your course selection in your shopping cart. Students will be informed of their particular date and time for registration shortly after course listings are posted on the Archway. Notification will be posted under the authorization and restriction of your student menu on the Archway or via email from the registrar. Be on the lookout for either notification. It is most important that you check this to know your registration time. There is also a “manage your waitlist” section on Archway. Be sure to monitor that in the event that you are waitlisted. We do everything possible to accommodate waitlist. *Important note: If your registration time is April 1 at 7pm, be sure to register at that time. The class could be full by 7:15pm.

**Registration rules: It is important to be mindful that assigned registration times are based on students’ program plans. e.g. Beginning students are fist to register for CED 501, 519 and 520 as it is required for matriculation. Community mental health students are assigned the next time for 519 and 520 as it is required for licensure. Students returning for certification are assigned the next time for the Ethics classes and then registration is opened up for everyone. We will try to make those rules available to students so they can be aware of the queue for classes

Also be sure to check your restrictions section in your Archway account well in advance of registration in case there are additional blocks (bursar issues) on your ability to register.

Why must I use the McDaniel email system?
It is imperative that you use the McDaniel email system for many reasons. Several servers do not accept the emails and put them in junk folders. The McDaniel system is the only way the college and faculty will communicate with you. So, any important class information or college announcements will only come through the system. If your instructors send you a communication and you do not check it, you are responsible for the information sent.

What if the course I want/need is full?
Even though we try to offer several sections of the ‘in demand’ courses, they do fill up quickly. (This is why early can be helpful.) This is also why meeting with your advisor is important. It enables you to have some alternative course options. It is also important to follow the wait list guidelines that are available on Archway.

How long does it take to finish the program?
The average length of time to complete the program is 3.5 years. The minimum time to finish the program is 2.5 years. The maximum time limit is six years. After that a student can request an extension by appealing to the Graduate Affairs Committee.

How important is a student ID, knowing your student ID number, the parking permit, and the McDaniel email?
VERY! As soon as possible contact Karame McCauley at 410-857-2730 to schedule a photo ID.  Once you receive your ID you will need to go to the Hoover Library and be entered into the system. This will allow you to use the Hoover Library data bases from your home. The other reason for having your student ID with you is; often students call the College for information relative to courses, transcripts, etc. If you do not have your student ID number available, Federal regulations prohibit anyone from giving you the desired information over the phone. Parking is at a premium here at McDaniel. Proper identification can prevent ticketing. You will receive your parking sticker in the mail just prior to the beginning of each semester.

Remember:  It is most important to use and check your McDaniel email. It is required. This is the only vehicle your instructors use to communicate with you. All College announcements and inclement weather announcements come through your McDaniel email. A variety of servers will block forwarding of email addresses. This can mean that you will not receive communications that are vital to your course work, which could then jeopardize your grade.