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Michelle Cox, M.A.

Assistant Professor, School Counseling and School Psychology
Phone: (626) 815-6000 Ext. 5130
Email: mcox@apu.edu
Fax: (626) 815-5351
Michelle R. Cox, M.A. has an extensive background in Educational and Vocational Counseling. She has been teaching in the School Counseling and School Psychology program at Azusa Pacific University since 2003 and she is also an Associate College Counselor for Victor Valley College. Prior to working for Victor Valley College, Michelle assisted in the development of the Workforce Preparation program at Chaffey College, where she provided educational and vocational counseling to students receiving CalWorks benefits. She also served as a part time instructor for the University of La Verne, teaching in the Educational Counseling program. She has experience as a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor serving clients who have sustained injuries and required services to return to suitable and gainful employment. Michelle established her own Career Counseling Service providing job seeking skills to clients as well as assistance in the completion of professional resumes. Michelle is active in the community, and served as Board Member and President for the Board of Education of the Adelanto School District.

Education

M.A. in Education – Counseling Option, California State University, San Bernardino
B.A. – Communications, University of La Verne

Credentials/Certifications
California Pupil Personal Services Credential, School Counseling

Courses Taught

EDCO 528 – Community, Family, and School Collaboration
EDCO 535 – Legal Mandates for School Counselors and School Psychologists
EDCO 545 – Positive Behavior Supports and Classroom Intervention
EDCO 549 – Career Development and Technology in School Counseling
EDCO 550 – Issues in School Counseling
EDCO 579 – Sociocultural Issues in School Counseling
EDCO 583 – Intervention Through Consultation

Professional/Scholarly Presentations

Presentations
Cox, M. (2008). The Effects of Christian Beliefs in the Mourning and Grieving Process. Presented at the Western Association of Counselor Education and Supervision 2008 Conference. Palm Springs, CA.

Professional Involvement and Accomplishments

Associations, Boards, Committees
American Counseling Association, 2008-Present
Diversity Committee, APU School of Education, 2008-Present
Western Association of Counselor Education and Supervision, 2008-2009
Snowline School District Multicultural Committee, 2009-Present
School Board Member/President of the Adelanto School District, 2005-2007
School Site Council Member/President, Morgan Kincaid Preparatory School

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