CLGR-MSCNS - Counseling
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The Master of Science degree in counseling requires completion of 63 hours that includes a common core curriculum of 54 credit hours for all three specialties.
The Master of Science in Counseling program prepares students for the counseling profession, which involves the application of the developmental and social sciences in assisting children and adults with psychological growth, relationship concerns, and mental health concerns.
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Students acquire knowledge in the disciplines that underlie counseling, including education, psychology, human development, learning and social change. They develop clinical skills in counseling and assessment and become familiar with the legal, ethical and clinical considerations confronting practitioners. Repeated practice and role-play with feedback and strategic modification are critical to mastery of the skills and are, consequently, an essential part of the program.
A successful graduate can pursue state licensure as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), and/or a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC), as well as obtain the Certified School Counselor (CSC) credential, depending on the designated specialization and electives. Students who have completed the requisite coursework and clinical experience requirements may also pursue credentialing as Registered Play Therapists.
The Counseling program offers three accredited specialty areas of study including Clinical Mental Health; Marriage, Couple and Family; and School Counseling. In addition, students may pursue elective concentrations in Addiction, Child and Adolescent Counseling, LGBTQ+ Affirmative Therapy and the Art and Science of Trauma Counseling.
The Clinical Mental Health Specialty is accredited by CACREP and fulfills the educational requirements for licensure as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the state of Texas. Students must take three elective courses. Elective courses may be taken according to student interest or may be taken to concentrate in particular areas. Students should be aware that some courses that count as electives may be required to work with certain populations in the Center for Family Counseling.
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The Marriage, Couple and Family (MCF) Specialty is accredited by CACREP and fulfills the educational requirements for licensure as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in the state of Texas. In addition to the common core curriculum, students pursuing the Marriage, Couple and Family Specialty must complete the following courses for a total of 63 credit hours:
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The School Counseling Specialty is accredited by CACREP and prepares students to pursue certification as an elementary or secondary Certified School Counselor (CSC) and fulfills the educational requirements for licensure as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the state of Texas. Students considering this specialty must have teaching experience prior to starting the program. In addition to the common core curriculum, students following the School Counseling Specialty must complete the following for a total of 63 credit hours:
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• One 3-credit elective counseling (HDCN) course