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The Department of Counselor Education at ̽»¨ÊÓƵ (FAU) supports the advancement of research that contributes to the counseling profession, mental health services, and student success. To ensure that all research participation requests are reviewed and distributed appropriately, we ask that all inquiries follow the process outlined below.

Submitting a Research Request

Researchers who wish to recruit participants from students, faculty, or staff affiliated with the Department of Counselor Education must submit a formal request for review.

All requests should be sent via email to: ceresearch@fau.edu.

Please include (in ONE email) a complete and signed Request Form, including complete recruitment materials (email, flyer, announcement ready for distribution) and IRB approval documentation. Only complete forms and submissions will be reviewed.

Required Information

To facilitate timely review, all submissions must include the following:

• Research Study Title
• Principal Investigator Name and Institutional Affiliation
• Contact Information (email and/or phone number)
• Brief Description of the Study (purpose, procedures, and duration)
• Target Population (e.g., graduate students, faculty, practicing counselors)
• Recruitment Materials (flyers, email announcements, survey links, etc.)
• IRB Approval Documentation (required prior to distribution)
• Requested Distribution Method (e.g., email or classroom announcements)
• Proposed Timeline for Recruitment (If approved, the department will distribute your request only twice).

Incomplete submissions may delay review and approval.

Review Process

All research requests are reviewed to ensure alignment with departmental priorities, ethical standards, and participant protections. Approval is not guaranteed, and the department reserves the right to decline or request modifications to any submission.

Please allow 7–10 business days for review and processing.

Guidelines for Distribution

• Only studies with valid Institutional Review Board (IRB) approval will be considered.
• Participation must be voluntary, and all communications must clearly state this.
• Recruitment messages must be clear, concise, and respectful of participants’ time.
• To prevent survey fatigue, the department will distribute approved requests twice (2 times).

Contact Information

For questions regarding research participation requests, please contact: ceresearch@fau.edu

Additional Information

To learn more about the Department of Counselor Education and its programs.