The demand for qualified school counselors is expected to grow as school enrollments increase, more states pass counseling mandates, and school counselors take on expanded roles. This state-approved, CACREP-accredited master’s program in School Counseling is built on the American School Counselor Association (ASCA) National Model and includes course work, field training, and residencies. It is designed to prepare you to deliver and manage contemporary school counseling programs, and act as a school leader who can advocate for the personal, educational, and social needs of students. People who choose this specialization are often interested in pursuing licensure as school counselors.   This specialization requires course work and clinical experience, including a 100-hour practicum and a 600-hour internship.   Residency Requirements: Two six-day residential colloquia.   Licensure Information: For detailed information about obtaining professional licensure, please visit http://www.capella.edu/schools_programs/licensure.aspx.  

The Master of Science in Community Agency Counseling prepares students to work as professional counselors in a variety of behavioral health and social service settings. Courses offered by the Department have been approved by both the National Board for Certified Counselors and by the Pennsylvania Department of Education for certification and continuing education credits (Act 48). The program fulfills the degree requirements necessary to become a National Certified Counselor (NCC) and a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), as well as being able to take the National Counselor Examination (NCE). Students also have the option to take an additional 12 credits before or after graduation to total 60 credits, also required to become a Licensed Professional Counselor in Pennsylvania. Students will need two additional years of supervised work experience after graduation to complete the requirements for LPC. Courses are offered on campus with some distance or online offerings. Accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Counseling and related Educational Programs (CACREP)

The Master of Arts (MA) in Counseling Psychology/Marriage & Family Therapy Program is designed for students who wish to pursue the counseling psychology track while receiving graduate-level training in the core curricular areas, including supervised clinical practice, required for licensure as a marriage and family therapist. Currently only available at Argosy University/Orange County, the coursework and practicum for this degree program are based on the MA in Counseling Psychology Program. This program is designed for students who wish to pursue the Counseling Psychology track while receiving graduate-level training in the core curricular areas, including supervised clinical practice, required for licensure as a marriage and family therapist in the state of California. Licensing requirements differ from state to state, so students should verify the Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT) licensing requirements of the state in which they plan to become licensed.

Position yourself for increased career opportunities and job satisfaction in the fast-growing field of addiction counseling. This master's program in Addiction Counseling is designed to develop professionals trained in the areas of addiction counseling, treatment, and prevention. There is a particular emphasis on treating addictions and co-occurring mental health illnesses, which can improve the possibility that your clients will complete treatment and have better post-treatment outcomes. The curriculum covers both the theoretical knowledge and practical skills you need to offer integrated services and treat co-occurring disorders in an addiction counseling or general clinical setting. This rigorous program includes online course work, residencies, and clinical experiences. People likely to be interested in this specialization include addiction prevention and treatment professionals who wish to pursue licensure or certification, or advance to supervisory or leadership positions in the field.   This specialization requires course work and clinical experience, including a 100-hour practicum and a 600-hour internship.   Residency Requirements: As part of your program you will attend residential colloquia in addition to your online courses. At specific milestones in your program, you will attend two colloquia, each six days in length. For more information on colloquia visit http://www.capella.edu/schools_programs/colloquia_schedule.aspx   Licensure Information: For detailed information about obtaining professional licensure go to our licensure page at http://www.capella.edu/schools_programs/licensure.aspx      

Argosy University’s Master of Arts (MA) in Marriage & Family Therapy Program provides graduate-level training in the core curricular areas, including supervised clinical practice, required for licensure as a marriage and family therapist in the state in which the program is located. Licensing requirements differ from state to state, so students should verify the current licensing requirements of the state in which they plan to become licensed. Currently, the MA in Marriage & Family Therapy Program is offered at Argosy University, Honolulu, Argosy University, Sarasota, Argosy University, Tampa, and Argosy University, Twin Cities. Argosy University, Twin Cities offers students an optional concentration in Forensic Counseling within the program.

Argosy University recognizes the need to provide human services providers with the extensive knowledge and range of skills necessary to function effectively in their profession. Programs have been developed by Argosy University faculty members to enable working professional to pursue their personal and professional goals through completion of a master’s program. The Master of Arts in School Counseling program focuses on student preparation and professional development. The completion of the program will permit students to request a transcript review by the Florida Department of Education for certification in Guidance and Counseling (grades K-12) in the state of Florida.

Position yourself for increased career opportunities and job satisfaction in the fast-growing counseling field. This CACREP-accredited master's program in Marriage and Family Therapy is a rigorous combination of online course work, residencies, and field experiences designed to prepare you for state licensure eligibility. You will learn to apply family systems theories and therapeutic techniques to address a wide range of relationship issues and to assess and treat mental and emotional disorders and problems within the family system. This program requires course work and clinical experience, including a 100-hour practicum and a 600-hour internship.   Residency Requirements: Two six-day residential colloquia.   Licensure Information: For detailed information about obtaining professional licensure, please visit http://www.capella.edu/schools_programs/licensure.aspx.  

Mental health counseling is a field that can bring immense personal satisfaction as well as excellent career opportunities. This CACREP-accredited master’s program in Mental Health Counseling offers a rigorous curriculum that includes online course work, residencies, and field experiences designed to prepare you for state licensure eligibility. You will develop the theoretical knowledge and practical skills you need to assess and treat mental and emotional disorders and promote optimum mental health. People who choose this specialization often pursue mental health counselor positions within institutional, community, and private practice settings.   This specialization requires course work and clinical experience, including a 100-hour practicum and a 600-hour internship.   Residency Requirements: Two six-day residential colloquia.     Licensure Information: For detailed information about obtaining professional licensure, please visit http://www.capella.edu/schools_programs/licensure.aspx.  

Argosy University’s Master of Arts (MA) in Marriage & Family Therapy Program provides graduate-level training in the core curricular areas, including supervised clinical practice, required for licensure as a marriage and family therapist in the state in which the program is located. Licensing requirements differ from state to state, so students should verify the current licensing requirements of the state in which they plan to become licensed. Currently, the MA in Marriage & Family Therapy Program is offered at Argosy University, Honolulu, Argosy University, Sarasota, Argosy University, Tampa, and Argosy University, Twin Cities. Argosy University, Twin Cities offers students an optional concentration in Forensic Counseling within the program.

The Master of Arts (MA) in Community Counseling program provides students with a sound foundation for the practice of community counseling, with a multifaceted focus on developmental and preventative mental health services. The program introduces students to the basic skills of counseling, integrating individual, group, family, and organizational interventions. The program emphasizes development of the attitudes, knowledge, and skills required for the ethical provision of quality professional counseling services. As such, the MA in Community Counseling program is committed to educating and training students to work in a variety of settings with diverse client populations. Since licensing may change and often varies from state to state, students should verify the current requirements of the state in which they plan to become licensed.

The Master of Arts (MA) in Counseling Psychology has been designed to educate and train students to function effectively as licensed Marriage Family Therapists (MFT). The program introduces students to basic counseling skills that integrate individual and group theoretical foundations of counseling psychology into appropriate client interaction and intervention skills. Students are provided with all the necessary theoretical and practical elements that will allow them to be effective members of a mental health team.

An advanced degree in counseling can be the credential you need to land higher-level human services positions. This non-clinical online master’s program in Counseling Studies is designed for professionals in the counseling, psychology, or sociology fields who wish to advance their careers, and for those wishing to enter the human services profession. It offers a broad base of course work designed to provide a strong foundation in counseling theory and techniques, with a particular focus on serving diverse populations. People who choose this specialization are often interested in pursuing managerial or director-level positions in public or private human services settings, or in continuing into a doctoral program. This specialization is not designed to meet licensure requirements for the counseling professions.

Post University's Master of Science in Human Services is designed to meet the educational needs of individuals who are employed or seek employment in a wide variety of human service positions. The program allows these prospective students to acquire the conceptual, analytical, and operational knowledge to assume new or more advanced positions in the field of human services. The curricular content is focused around an essential core of learning experiences and skill sets and provides two specializations in either human service program administration or clinical counseling within organizational settings. Make a real difference in your career with a Post University MBA by learning how to create value for your employer and yourself. At Post, our students learn the practical techniques for developing and delivering new and innovative products and services that you and your company need for future growth. In addition to a focus on innovation, this program provides the fundamental and theoretical knowledge expected of all MBA graduates. You will interact with faculty and your fellow students completely online from the comfort of your home or office. The Post University MBA courses are offered six times per year in accelerated eight-week modules conveniently online. This accelerated format allows you to complete this 34 credit degree program within 12-18 months on a part time basis.   With Post University's MBA program you will receive a high quality, relevant and practical degree, sooner, at an affordable cost.   We know that your success matters to you.   At Post University your success matters to us!   Tuition: $475/credit  

Strengthen your ability to advocate for and facilitate positive change in your community with this Social and Community Services master's specialization. The curriculum is designed to increase your understanding of such critical issues as cultural awareness, utilization of community resources, social change, and public policy. People who choose this specialization are often interested in pursuing management or community outreach positions in public or private organizations focused on serving community needs.

Concentrations: As part of this specialization, you can use your electives to earn a concentration in Public Health or Homeland Security for no additional time or money.

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The Master of Arts (MA) in Counseling Psychology/Marriage & Family Therapy Program is designed for students who wish to pursue the counseling psychology track while receiving graduate-level training in the core curricular areas, including supervised clinical practice, required for licensure as a marriage and family therapist. Currently only available at Argosy University/Orange County, the coursework and practicum for this degree program are based on the MA in Counseling Psychology Program. This program is designed for students who wish to pursue the Counseling Psychology track while receiving graduate-level training in the core curricular areas, including supervised clinical practice, required for licensure as a marriage and family therapist in the state of California. Licensing requirements differ from state to state, so students should verify the Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT) licensing requirements of the state in which they plan to become licensed.