Programs of Study
Blending low student-teacher ratios with a curriculum that includes both a strong theoretical emphasis and live practice situations, the Counseling program will prepare you to become a counselor “with and for others,” helping students gain knowledge, understanding, and skills while emphasizing ethical, social, and cultural concerns. Students may receive Master's degree in:
- Clinical Mental Health Counseling
This program has been accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP) for successful fulfillment of the standards of the council.
Get your master’s degree in counseling
- Designed for students wanting to become Clinical Mental Health Counselors in mental health centers, agencies, or a private practice setting.
- Students may pursue the option of becoming a School Counsleor in order to work in a school setting.
- 54 credit hours to complete master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health or School Counseling.
Degree Requirements
| Required Core Courses (10 Hrs.) | Credit Hrs. | |
|---|---|---|
| CNSL A702 | Methods of Educational Research | 3 |
| CNSL A703 | Statistics in Education | 3 |
| CNSL A704 | Research Writing Lab | 1 |
| CNSL A706 | Philosophy and Counseling | 3 |
| Required Counseling Courses (38 Hrs.) | ||
| CNSL A725 | Developmental Psychology | 3 |
| CNSL A776 | Measurement and Assessment | 3 |
| CNSL A830 | Counseling Theories | 3 |
| CNSL A835 | Counseling Practice | 3 |
| CNSL A836 | Individual Counseling Skills Lab | 1 |
| CNSL A840 | Group Counseling | 3 |
| CNSL A841 | Vocational Counseling | 3 |
| CNSL A842 | Multicultural Counseling | 3 |
| CNSL A843 | Group Counseling Skills Lab | 1 |
| CNSL A846 | Ethics and Counseling | 3 |
| CNSL A855 | Diagnosis and Treatment | 3 |
| CNSL A865 | Practicum | 3 |
| CNSL A866 | Internship I | 3 |
| CNSL A866 | Internship II | 3 |
| Elective Courses (6 Hrs.) | ||
| CNSL A837 | Counseling Children: Play Therapy | 3 |
| CNSL A845 | Substance Abuse | 3 |
| CNSL A850 | Introduction to Family Counseling | 3 |
| CNSL A851 | School Counseling | 3 |
| CNSL A894 | Experimental Courses(with adviser’s approval) | 3 |