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Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology Jessup University - Rocklin Campus Jessup University - Rocklin Campus, USA

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USD 12540

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*Subject to change and other fees
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USD 150

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26 months

Duration

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6

IELTS

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70

TOEFL

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57%

Min GPA

Program Overview

The Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology prepares students having an interest in the mental health professions with a firm foundation of psychological theory, research, spiritual formation, and preparation as practitioners. It prepares students for the challenges of the mental health profession by applying current psychological theory integrated with biblical principles throughout the curriculum. Instructors are scholars and practitioners, offering both academic and practical guidance. Built on a cohort model, the program facilitates long-term relationships, supportive growth, and guided professional development. The M.A. in Counseling Psychology program is carefully designed to meet California state requirements for licensure as a Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and Processional Clinical Counselor (LPCC).

The MA in Counseling Psychology is a graduate degree that prepares students for counseling of individuals, couples, children, and families; consulting; agency affiliations; church/ministry affiliations; and doctoral preparation. It is approved by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Apply diagnostic assessment and criteria to the prognosis and treatment of mental disorders.
  • Understand and implement ethical decision?making in the practice of psychotherapy.
  • Apply theoretical concepts to therapeutic issues and developmental challenges in individual, couples, family, and group therapy.
  • Understand the various research methodologies and their applications.
  • Recognize the complexity of cross?cultural issues and the interventions that address these challenges.
  • Evaluate approaches to the integration of psychology and Christianity and how they impact personal spiritual formation.
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Additional Information

Program Level Master's Degree

College/University Processing Time 10 Days

Program Format Full-Time

Optional Practical Training (OPT) work permit

Program Intake

Open

Aug 2025, Jan 2026

Closed

Jan 2025, Jun 2024, Aug 2024, Oct 2024

General Admission Requirement

    Academic Requirement

    • Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have a Bachelor's Degree.

    6 IELTS Score
    70 TOEFL Score Minimum Overall Score
    95 Duolingo Minimum Overall Score
    57% CGPA Minimum Overall Score

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    Tuition Fee

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    12540

    Tuition Fee
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    USD 150

    Application Fee
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    16000 Per year

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    Scholarships

    • Scholarship available only for UG students
    • PG __ No Scholarship
    • Presidential Scholarship - $ 12000 (GPA__3.75+)
    • Provost Scholarship - $ 10000 (GPA __ 3.5 to 3.74)
    • University Scholarship - $ 8000 (GPA __ 3.25__3.49)
    • Dean Scholarship - $ 6000 (GPA __ 3.00 __ 3.24)

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