Master of Science in Counseling Postgraduate Program By University of Wyoming |Top Universities

Master of Science in Counseling

Main Subject Area

PsychologyMain Subject Area

Program overview

Main Subject

Psychology

Study Level

Masters

The M.S. in Counseling program prepares graduates for counseling professions in a variety of settings, including independent practices, substance abuse treatment centers, hospitals, schools, and many more. Students choose a concentration in Mental Health Counseling or School Counseling. Students learn a variety of counseling theories and are supported to create their own style and theory of counseling. The master's degree program is 61 credit hours. Full-time students can complete their chosen specialty in a 2-year period, beginning courses during the summer of their initial year (6-9 credit hours each summer and 9-12 credit hours each spring and fall). Actual counseling sessions with clients begin in our on-campus Counselor Education Training Clinic during the fall of the first year with practicum courses continuing throughout the spring semester, followed by supervised internships at various field sites. Clinical work is complemented by academic content courses which assist students in developing their own counselor identity and professional role to empower and advocate for their clients as well as be leaders in our global society. Our programs are fully accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP).

Program overview

Main Subject

Psychology

Study Level

Masters

The M.S. in Counseling program prepares graduates for counseling professions in a variety of settings, including independent practices, substance abuse treatment centers, hospitals, schools, and many more. Students choose a concentration in Mental Health Counseling or School Counseling. Students learn a variety of counseling theories and are supported to create their own style and theory of counseling. The master's degree program is 61 credit hours. Full-time students can complete their chosen specialty in a 2-year period, beginning courses during the summer of their initial year (6-9 credit hours each summer and 9-12 credit hours each spring and fall). Actual counseling sessions with clients begin in our on-campus Counselor Education Training Clinic during the fall of the first year with practicum courses continuing throughout the spring semester, followed by supervised internships at various field sites. Clinical work is complemented by academic content courses which assist students in developing their own counselor identity and professional role to empower and advocate for their clients as well as be leaders in our global society. Our programs are fully accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP).

Admission requirements

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Applicants must have a bachelor's degree from an accredited or recognized school is required. A cumulative minimum GPA of 3.0 on previous coursework is required for full admission (3.25 for interdisciplinary program applicants). Other English Language Requirement: A minimum score of 540 on the written TOEFL exam.
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