Overview
The Master of Arts (MA) in Community Counseling degree program at Argosy University, Dallas in Farmers Branch, Texas, is designed to prepare students for the practice of professional counseling. The program promotes the development of attitudes, knowledge, and skills essential to becoming thoughtful, skilled, and ethical professionals who can provide counseling services in a wide variety of government, community, and private settings. Graduates meet the academic requirements for one or more Texas state license exams.
Career Outcomes
This Community Counseling degree program is designed to prepare you for specialized career options providing:
• individual and group counseling
• case management
• professional consultation
• supervision
You will be prepared to pursue work in a variety of settings, including community agencies, government mental health services, hospitals and clinics, and private practices.
Program Objective
The MA in Community Counseling degree program in Dallas actively engages faculty and students in the preparation of counselors who meet the needs of a dynamic and diverse community. The purpose of the program is to deliver those core learning experiences established by academic program accrediting and state licensure boards to assure that students completing our program are competent, ethical counselors prepared for post-graduate positions on the path to professional counseling licensure.
Eligibility for Licensure
Licensure in Texas requires a master’s degree in counseling, successful completion of licensure exams, and 3,000 hours post-master’s supervised work experience. The 48-credit-hour MA in Community Counseling degree program includes the required core coursework for licensure.
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Enhance your career potential by enrolling in the MA in Community Counseling degree program. You can learn more about specific financial aid programs (available to those who qualify) on our Financial Aid & Scholarships pages, or by contacting us to request more information.
This degree program is also offered at other Argosy University Locations