Professional Counseling

Applied Psychology Counselor Education

Accredited Counseling Graduate Programs

Our graduate programs in School Counseling, Clinical Mental Health Counseling, and Marriage, Couples, and Family Counseling/Therapy give students the skills and experience they need to become professional counselors. This program offers a mix of classroom learning and real practice helps students to become successful counselors. Graduates can work in schools, clinics, agencies, and private offices, making these programs a top choice for a counseling degree in Colorado.

Masters Degree Programs

What to Expect:

  • Learn in small classes with supportive groups and expert teachers who have real counseling experience
  • Get hands-on training in a modern clinic while working with clients under supervision
  • Grow in confidence as a counselor

Instructional Delivery Systems

How Courses Are Taught:

Each course uses different ways of teaching, including live lessons and online tools. Almost all courses in the Professional Counseling Master’s Programs are not fully online, except for Introduction to Graduate Research (SRM 600). This course is offered both in-person and online by the Applied Statistics and Research Methods department.

Teaching Methods:

Instructors use many ways to help students learn, such as group discussions, lectures, demonstrations, personal reflection, and practice activities.

How Students Show Learning:

Students show what they have learned in many ways, including projects, presentations, role-playing, case discussions, problem-solving exercises, group work, computer lab projects, research discussions, and fieldwork.

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Meet the Faculty

Mission Statement

It is the mission of the Professional Counseling program to remain committed to strength-based training with an emphasis on bridging theory to practice through an applied, innovative, and experiential environment. The program strives to develop a strong counselor identity, with a focus on personal and professional growth. By fostering self-discovery and awareness, we honor students’ unique contributions to the learning community in the context of enriching student-faculty relationships. Our goal is to train students to serve a diverse and global community through counseling, scholarship, advocacy, and community engagement.

Program Evaluation Documents

Download the Program Objectives

Download the Program Evaluation Report

Download the Annual Report

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