Master of Arts in Psychology, Mental Health Counseling Specialization
Pursue your Master of Arts in Psychology (MA), Mental Health Counseling Specialization at University of the Rockies' campus located in Colorado Springs, Colorado.
Program Emphasis:
In the Mental Health Counseling Specialization, you will take a core curriculum that includes the study of theoretical and applied psychology with the objectives of understanding human development, child and adult psychopathology and treatment, mental health ethics, assessment and statistics, counseling techniques. Additionally, you will take a course in lifestyle and career development.
Degree Completion Requirements:
To fulfill the requirements for the Master of Arts in Psychology, Mental Health Counseling Specialization, you must successfully complete the following:
- Program coursework of 61 credits
- A minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.00
- Comprehensive Exam at the conclusion of the program
- 20 hours of individual therapy
- 700 hours of practicum
Program Outline:
Take advantage of the flexible course offerings, as follows:
- Evening and/or weekend courses are offered.
- Evening courses meet one night per week for 4 hours over a 9-week term.
- Weekend classes meet on three weekends over the 9-week term from Friday at 12:00 noon through Sunday at 1:30 PM.
- The typical course load is two courses per term.
- Courses are listed in the proposed sequence. You will have assistance from the Associate Registrar for scheduling your courses.
