Welcome to the Department of Counseling, Leadership, Literacy and Special Education (CLLSE) at CUNY Lehman College. We offer master’s degrees in Counselor Education (Clinical Mental Health and School Counseling), a doctoral program, master’s degrees and advanced certificates in Educational and Organizational Leadership, master’s degrees and advanced certificates in Special Education, a master’s degree and advanced certificate in Special Education, and we are developing an undergraduate degree in Special Education, masters in Couple and Family, and Relationship Counseling and Higher Education Student Affairs Counseling and a Doctoral Program in Counselor Education. Teacher and Leader Education programs are accredited by the Council on the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP). The Counselor Education: School Counseling program is accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP). The Counselor Education: Clinical Mental Health Counseling program is in the application process for CACREP.
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UPCOMING DEPARTMENTAL EVENTS

November 15, 2025

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Big Words: Decoding, Encoding & Making Meaning

"We are thrilled to invite you to an exclusive event designed to build upon your expertise: Big Words: Decoding, Encoding & Making Meaning. This timely and practical workshop will be facilitated by renowned expert Dr. Zoi Philippakos, providing actionable strategies for tackling complex words head-on.

November 24, 2025

6:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Science Education M.S.Ed. Information Session

Hope you will join us for this session!

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