Biography:
Dr. Sachin Jain is the Program Director and Professor of Counseling for the Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling program. Dr. Jain brings over ten years of education and clinical counseling experience to his role at the University of Providence, including multiple peer-reviewed publications, two published books, and multiple awards for his contributions to the counseling profession and education in the United States and across multiple international countries.
Dr. Jain’s educational experience includes a Ph.D. in Counselor Education & Supervision, University of Wyoming, with a minor in statistics. He also received a Post Graduate Diploma in Guidance & Counseling from Annamalai University in India. Dr. Jain received his master’s and bachelor’s degrees in Inda, graduating with his Master of Arts in Applied Psychology (Clinical Psychology) from V.B.S. Purvanchal University and his Bachelor in Business Management & Mathematics from CSJM Kanpur University. In addition to his educational accomplishments, Dr. Jain is a National Certified Counselor through the National Board of Certified Counselors and a certified Mathematics & Physics K-12 teacher through the American Board for Certification in Teacher Excellence.
Dr. Jain joined the University of Providence’s Counseling department in 2019, where he helped to grow the program to be one of the first CACREP-accredited online Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling programs in the nation. Before joining the University of Providence, he taught in counselor education programs at the University of South Dakota, George Mason University, Oakland University, University of Texas-Pan American, and the University of Idaho. He worked as a professional counselor for the SEV American College of Istanbul, the International School of Ouagadougou, Post Falls High School, and more.
Educational Background
- Doctorate of Psychology in Counselor Education & Supervision, University of Wyoming
- Minor- Statistics + Additional Mathematic Credits
- Post Graduate Diploma in Guidance & Counseling, Annamalai University (India)
- Master of Arts in Applied Psychology (Clinical Psychology), V.B.S. Purvanchal University (India)
- Bachelors in Business Management & Mathematics, CSJM Kanpur University
Professional/Clinical Background
- Program Director of Counseling Programs, University of Providence (Current)
- Professional Counselor, SEV American College of Istanbul
- Professional Counselor, International School of Ouagadougou
- Professional Counselor, CBSG Memorial School of Lakhimpur-Keri
- Professional Counselor, Post Falls High School
- Program Coordinator of Counseling Programs, University of Idaho Counseling & School of Psychology Program
- College Counselor, University of Texas-Pan American Counselor Education Program
- Professional Counselor, St. Don Bosco High School
Faculty/Teaching Background
- Professor of Counseling, University of Providence, 2019 – Current
- Mathematics Teacher, International School of Ouagadougou, 2016 – 2018
- Online Adjunct Faculty, University of South Dakota, 2013 – 2016
- Online Adjunct Professor, Montana State University, 2009 – 2015
- Adjunct Faculty, George Mason University, 2015 – 2016
- Affiliate Faculty, Xavier University of Louisiana, 2016 – 2017
- Online Adjunct Faculty, Walden University, 2013 – 2014
- Mathematics Teacher, CBSG Memorial School of Lakhimpur-Keri, 2013 – 2015
- Assistant Professor, Oakland University Department of Counseling, 2011 – 2013
- Math & Physics Instructor, Post Falls High School Upward Bound Math & Science Program, 2009 – 2011
- Assistant Professor, University of Idaho Counseling and School Psychology Program, 2007 – 2011
- Assistant Professor, University of Texas-Pan American Counselor Education Program, 2006 – 2007
- Mathematics Teacher, St. Don Bosco High School, 2002 – 2003
Professional Affiliations
- American Educational Research Association, Member
- American Counseling Association, Member
- Association for Counselor Education and Supervision, Member
- Association for Multicultural Counseling and Development, Member
- Idaho Counseling Association, Treasurer (2009-2010)
- Idaho School Counseling Association, Counselor Educator Representative (2008-2009)
- Indian Association of Mental Health Counselors, President
- Counseling Association of India, Treasurer
- Indian Association of Community Psychology, India, Member
- Academy of Educational Leadership (AEL), Member
- Academy of Legal, Ethical & Regulatory Issues (ALERI), Member
Licensure/Certifications
- National Board of Certified Counselors, National Certified Counselor (Current)
- American Board for Certification in Teacher Excellence, Mathematics & Physics K-12 teaching (Current)
- Idaho Bureau of Occupational Licenses, Licensed Professional Counselor
Honors/Awards/Accolades
- Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Influential Teacher
- Campus Compact, Engaged Scholar
- Association of Multicultural Counseling, Advocacy Award
- University of Idaho College of Education, Outstanding contribution to scholarship
- American Educational Research Association, Outstanding Dissertation in Counseling
- University of Idaho, Faculty Fellow In Service-Learning
- Association of Counselor Education & Supervision, Emerging Leader
- Who’s Who Among America’s Teachers & Educators, Who’s Who Among America’s Teachers
- The University of Wyoming Graduate School, Best Presentation Award
- National Board of Certified Counselors, NBCC-ACES International Fellow
- International Library of Poetry, Editor’s Choice Award
Program Involvement
- MSC: Masters of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Course Involvement
- MSC 516: Graduate Research Methods and Statistics
- MSC 529: Development Across the Lifespan
- MSC 527: Evidence-Based Practices and Outcome Evaluation
- MSC 630: Medical Info for Counselors
Three Questions With Sachin Jain
- What do you enjoy doing outside of academia?
- Traveling and Volunteering
- What is the most interesting or unique course you have ever taught?
- MSC 527: Evidence-Based Practices and Outcome Evaluation
- What three items would you bring if you were stranded on a deserted island?
- Water bottle, cooking pan, and a lighter.
