Program Overview
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Duration
1 Year (Self-Paced)
Can be done in 6 months
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Total Courses
10
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Total Credit Hours
60 Hours
The Counseling Psychology program emphasizes the development of counseling and therapeutic skills to help individuals overcome personal and emotional challenges. Students learn about various counseling approaches, assessment techniques, and ethical practices. Graduates are well-equipped to become licensed counselors, working in a variety of counseling settings to support clients in their mental health journeys.
Foundations Of Psychological Science And Behavioral Analysis:
The College of Psychology begins with a focus on the foundations of psychological science and behavioral analysis. Students delve into the principles of psychology, human behavior, and research methods. This foundational knowledge equips them with the skills necessary to understand and address complex psychological phenomena.
Practical Experience And Client Interaction:
Beyond the classroom, the College of Psychology places a strong emphasis on practical experience and interaction with clients. Students have opportunities to engage in clinical placements, conduct psychological assessments, and work with diverse populations. These experiences not only enhance their practical psychology skills but also provide valuable insights into the field of psychology.
Global Psychological Issues And Cross-Cultural Research:
The College of Psychology at Southeastern Michigan University is committed to addressing global psychological issues and fostering cross-cultural research. Our curriculum explores international perspectives on psychology and encourages students to engage in research projects with global impact. Additionally, we offer study abroad programs and collaborate with psychologists and researchers from around the world, enabling students to gain a global perspective on psychology.
This course provides a comprehensive introduction to the key personality theorists by combining biographical information on each theorist with his or her contributions to the field. The unique style of this enables you to easily grasp an understanding of the key people and movements in the field of personality.
The Course offers an eclectic, interdisciplinary approach to the study of adolescence, presenting both psychological and sociological viewpoints as well as educational, demographic, and economic data. The course takes into consideration current and important topics such as ethnic identity formation, gender issues, the Internet, and the effects of single-parent families.
This course incorporates neuroscience seamlessly into the study of cognitive psychology. This course takes a fresh look at the field, and presents it as it actually is today. By integrating findings about the brain into the usual fare for this topic, it provides the foundation for you to study current research in the field.
This course will provide an overview of the neural systems supporting our perception of spatial world, and the movements of our bodies within it. This course will draw special emphasis to the study of visual perception, memory and language processing, attention or action, human brain damages and recovery.
Course introduces the field of psychology and its basic concepts, theories, research methods, and contributions to the understanding of human behavior. Topics include the nervous system, perception, motivation, learning and memory, social behavior, personality, developmental, and clinical psychology. The past and current theories and contributions of major psychologists are explored.
This course presents the counseling student and beginning counselor with counseling skills, interventions and strategies for conceptualizing theoretically, planning therapy for change, and developing a means for self-assessment. Course provides a conceptual structure for viewing counseling process and then examines each part of that structure in-depth, addressing necessary counseling skills.
This course addresses fundamental social and cultural foundations upon which counselors and other helpers develop the knowledge and skill to work effectively with diverse populations. It distinctively features a social psychology perspective of diversity, complemented by an understanding of self-concept theory and its interaction with other models of identity development.
This course presents a comprehensive, practical presentation of both the principles of behavior modification and guidelines for their application. Assuming no prior knowledge of behavior modification or psychology, this course facilitates understanding of the principles of behavior modification and helps you to successfully implement behavior modification programs.
The course carefully describes the process of finding and securing jobs in an electronic era and presents you with the trends that are shaping the workplace today–and those that will continue to influence your career over the next decade. This course has a decided emphasis on multicultural career counseling.
This course will prepare you to develop and implement a comprehensive, developmental school counseling and guidance program incorporating state and national standards. Combining a scholarly synthesis of relevant research with easy-to-read descriptions of best practice, this course contains information on all aspects of the school counseling profession.
Cost of Attendance
| Tuition Fee Breakdown | Cost |
|---|---|
| MASTERS DEGREE | $27,000 |
| Medical Insurance | $0.00 |
| Personal Expenses | $0.00 |
| Study Materials | $0.00 |
| Food Cost | $0.00 |
| Total Tuition Fee | $27,000 |
WHERE AFFORDABILITY
Meets Opportunity
At Southeastern Michigan University, we believe in where affordability meets opportunity. Our commitment to accessible education ensures that quality learning doesn't come with a hefty price tag. We open the doors to knowledge, offering students the chance to thrive without the burden of overwhelming tuition fees, empowering them for a brighter future.
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Eligibility Criteria
Bachelor's Degree or equiv. international education
Credit Hours
60 Hours
Course Duration
1 Year (Self-Paced)
Courses Offered
10