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M.S. in Counseling Psychology

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Programme overview

Main Subject

Psychology

Study Level

Masters

Students in the Counseling Psychology program graduate well-prepared for a successful career as professional therapists. The program focuses on teaching students a relational and systemic model for providing counseling services. You will focus on the family as an interactive system, integrating academic knowledge and clinical skills to prepare you for a full range of clinical challenges. You will also develop personal insights and communication skills that enable you to work effectively in a wide variety of settings. Our graduates point to an outstanding record of obtaining internships, passing licensing examinations (MFT), and establishing successful practices in both private practice and institutional settings.

Programme overview

Main Subject

Psychology

Study Level

Masters

Students in the Counseling Psychology program graduate well-prepared for a successful career as professional therapists. The program focuses on teaching students a relational and systemic model for providing counseling services. You will focus on the family as an interactive system, integrating academic knowledge and clinical skills to prepare you for a full range of clinical challenges. You will also develop personal insights and communication skills that enable you to work effectively in a wide variety of settings. Our graduates point to an outstanding record of obtaining internships, passing licensing examinations (MFT), and establishing successful practices in both private practice and institutional settings.

Admission Requirements

6.5+
Students submit official transcripts showing a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited U.S. institution. Normally, a grade point average of approximately 3.0 or higher in upper division undergraduate work is expected. Test scores: Applicants whose undergraduate records do not satisfy the criteria set forth in paragraphs A-D below must include Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) scores in their admission portfolio. The GMAT may be waived for candidates who present an official transcript of previous college work from a regionally accredited college or university reflecting any one of the following criteria: an undergraduate, upper division grade point average of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale; or a combined grade point average of 3.0 or higher for the most recent 60 credits of study consisting of any of the following: graduate course work, upper division post baccalaureate course work (exclusive of extension or continuing education work), and upper division undergraduate course work; or a minimum of nine credits of graduate course work completed and a 3.50 grade point average; or a previously earned master's degree.

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Jan-2000

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