Graduates will have the knowledge, attitudes, and skills necessary for effective intervention in working with individuals, families, and communities. Each of the graduate faculty hold doctorates and have extensive experience in working with families in churches and social service agencies. Each graduate class is designed to help students master the competencies of an effective practitioner. Curriculum utilized in the graduate program has a strong base in current research and current best practices in the field.
Faculty
Degrees
To earn a degree, students must complete the curriculum and meet other requirements for a degree listed in the academic policy section of this catalog.
Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
The Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling is a candidate for accreditation by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP). The Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling is a program offered online. This program is designed to prepare students for licensing as a counselor in the State of Texas. The university cannot confirm the program meets requirements for licensing in any other state. Students interested in licensure in a state other than Texas should contact Graduate Counseling for information to assess whether this program meets licensing requirements in that state. Additional information is also available in the institutional disclosure statement for programs leading to licensure or certification.
(60 hours)
Master of Science in School Counseling
Prior to being officially admitted to the Master of Science in School Counseling, student must first be admitted to the School of Education in a separate application process. Teacher certification, teaching experience, and a criminal background check is required to be certified as a school counselor in Texas. The Master of Science in School Counseling is offered as an online program. The Master of Science in School Counseling meets the requirements for certification preparation in the state of Texas. Students interested in licensure in a state other than Texas should contact Graduate Counseling for information to assess whether this program meets licensing requirements in that state. Additional information is also available in the institutional disclosure statement for programs leading to licensure or certification.
(48 hours)