M.A. in Counseling (licensure) with a Concentration in School Counseling
What is a Master of Arts in Counseling with a Concentration in School Counseling?
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Do you want a ministry of biblically-based and clinically professional counseling in a
school environment? The M.A. in Counseling with a School Counseling concentration
combines a solid core of biblical and theological courses with excellent clinical
instruction in counseling methodologies. You will learn how to integrate your biblical
and clinical training in ways that are appropriate to a variety of counseling settings.
Then, in addition to specialized coursework in school counseling, you will have the
opportunity for an internship in a public or private school setting. This degree provides
an exceptional balance of rigorous academic preparation and practical, hands-on
application. This M.A. is accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and
Schools and by the Colorado Department of Higher Education for school Guidance
Counseling in Colorado.
The Master of Arts in Counseling with a School Counseling concentration includes practicum and internships in preparation for the state of Colorado licensure exam and work within a religious or secular school counseling program.
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The MA in Counseling with a School Counseling concentration is excellent preparation for goals such as:
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Counseling in public or private schools that require licensure (approved only in Colorado)
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Advanced degree and education for teaching in public or private schools
Structure
In addition to a slightly modified M.A. core (18 hours), the Master of Arts in Counseling with a Clinical Mental Health Counseling concentration includes 46 hours of required classes and 2 hours of electives:
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M.A. in Counseling Clinical Mental Health |
Course # |
Sem Hrs. |
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Modified M.A. Core (18 hours): |
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OT 511 |
3 | |
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OT 512 |
3 | |
| - Understanding the Gospels and Acts | NT 511 | 3 |
| NT 512 | 3 | |
| TH 501 | 3 | |
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TH 502 |
3 | |
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CO 502 |
3 |
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| Human Development and Counseling |
CO 503 |
3 |
| Psychopathology and Diagnosis |
CO 504 |
3 |
| Groups in Counseling |
CO 505 |
3 |
| Introduction to School Counseling | CO 506 | 2 |
| Programs in School Counseling | CO 507 | 3 |
| Counseling Foundations | CO 510 | 3 |
| Counseling Practicum | CO 511 | 2 |
|
CO 525 |
3 | |
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CO 555 |
3 | |
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CO 601 |
3 | |
|
CO 602 |
3 |
|
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CO 615 |
3 |
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| Social and Cultural Foundations of Counseling1 |
CO 621 |
3 |
| Integration of Counseling and Theology |
CO 631 |
2 |
| School Counseling Internship I, II |
CO 785 |
4 |
| Counseling electives |
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2 |
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Total Degree Hours: |
66 |
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1 Includes components that meet the globalization awareness requirement.
Sample of Electives:
- Counseling Adolescents (CO 554; 2 hours)
- Crisis Counseling (CO 551; 2 hours)
- Marriage and Family Counseling (CO 552; 3 hours)
Department Faculty
- Dr. Fred Gingrich, Division Chair; Professor of Counseling
- Dr. Heather J. Gingrich, Associate Professor of Counseling
- Dr. Monte Hasz, Assistant Professor of Counseling
- Dr. Janet R. McCormack, Director of Chaplaincy and Pastoral Counseling
- Dr. Elizabeth Nesbit, Assistant Professor of Counseling
- Dr. Ronald D. Welch, Associate Professor of Counseling
- Mr. Reggie Moore, Instructor of Counseling
Faculty Highlight
Dr. Fred Gingrich is Associate Professor of Counseling and chair of the counseling division. He is a clinical member and approved supervisor of the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapy. Dr. Gingrich has written a number of articles and presented at professional conferences in the areas of marital and premarital counseling, counselor supervision, and cross-cultural counseling.
