Argosy University Programs

Community Counseling MA Degree Program

College of Psychology and Behavioral Sciences
Counselor Education

MA, Community Counseling

Program Information | Admissions Requirements | Course List

Program Information

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

Tuition Data for this program at Argosy University, Dallas

Below is the current tuition cost for this program for a full-time student completing the entire program in normal time. All tuition and fees are subject to change.

Books & Digital Resources	$1440
Program Fees	$995
Room & Board	$0
Tuition	$26016

The financial aid office uses an estimate of direct and indirect costs to determine how much financial aid a student may be eligible for. Direct costs include tuition, fees, some books and supplies, and institutional housing. Indirect costs include estimates of other living expenses, transportation and personal expenses. Housing costs may be considered direct or indirect. Examples of the costs of attendance estimates used can be found by clicking here.

*optional where available

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This institution is composed of several locations.
Argosy University, Atlanta
Argosy University, Chicago
Argosy University, Dallas
Argosy University, Denver
Argosy University, Hawai‘i
Argosy University, Inland Empire
Argosy University, Los Angeles
Argosy University, Nashville
Argosy University, Orange County
Argosy University, Phoenix
Argosy University, Salt Lake City
Argosy University, San Diego
Argosy University, San Francisco Bay Area
Argosy University, Sarasota
Argosy University, Schaumburg
Argosy University, Seattle
Argosy University, Tampa
Argosy University, Twin Cities
Argosy University, Washington DC
Online Programs
The Art Institute of California—Hollywood, a campus of Argosy University
The Art Institute of California—Inland Empire, a campus of Argosy University
The Art Institute of California—Los Angeles, a campus of Argosy University
The Art Institute of California—Orange County, a campus of Argosy University
The Art Institute of California—Sacramento, a campus of Argosy University
The Art Institute of California—San Diego, a campus of Argosy University
The Art Institute of California—San Francisco, a campus of Argosy University
The Art Institute of California—Silicon Valley, a campus of Argosy University
Western State College of Law at Argosy University

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Program Costs

Q:

How much will this program cost me?

A:

Below is the institution tuition cost for this program for a full-time student completing the entire program in normal time. All tuition and fees are subject to change.
Books & Digital Resources $1440
Program Fees $995
Room & Board $0
Tuition $26016
*optional where available

Median Debt

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What are my financing options to pay for the program?

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In addition to any grant and scholarship aid for which they are eligible, 96% of graduates used loans to finance their education. The median debt for program graduates:
Federal Loans: $70738
Private Educational Loans: $0
Institutional Financing plan: $0

Success

Q:

How long will it take me to complete this program?

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The program could take as little as 28 months to complete.
34% of graduates from this program finished in this time.

Q:

What percentage of students find employment in their field or a related field?

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The accreditation agency and/or state at this location does not require the disclosure of placement rates.

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What are the job opportunities for graduates of this program?

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For more information on job opportunities in this field of study, see the following links on career paths that may be open to you after studying in this field: The job opportunities links are for general information purposes. The program you have selected could have different outcomes. Please check with your admissions registrar for detailed information.
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