Program Awards
Since its inception in 2002, the Ph.D. Program in Counseling at UNC Charlotte has been recognized as a reputable program in counseling and counselor education. It is currently accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling & Related Educational Programs (CACREP), the most highly regarded counseling accreditation organization in the world. In addition, the program and its faculty have received the following awards:
Dr. Clare Merlin-Knoblich – NCSCA Counselor Educator of the Year, 2023
Counseling Doctoral Program – ACES Robert Frank Outstanding Counselor Education Program Award for excellence in standards & Innovation, 2021
Chi Sigma Iota- Mu Tau Beta Chapter Exemplary Activities and Programs, 2014
Chi Sigma Iota- Mu Tau Beta Chapter Outstanding Individual Chapter, 2013
Chi Sigma Iota- Mu Tau Beta Chapter Outstanding Chapter Newsletter, 2012
Chi Sigma Iota- Mu Tau Beta Chapter Outstanding Individual Chapter, 2008
Southern Association for Counselor Education and Supervision (SACES) Outstanding Doctoral and Masters in Counselor Education Award, 2006
Chi Sigma Iota- Mu Tau Beta Chapter Outstanding Individual Chapter, 2005
Southern Association for Counselor Education and Supervision (SACES) Excellence in Advocating for Professional Counseling Award, 2003
Chi Sigma Iota- Mu Tau Beta Chapter Outstanding Individual Chapter, 2003