Students pursuing careers in marriage, couple and family counseling should begin to explore relevant populations and settings when enrolled in HDC 501. Course assignments thereafter should be designed to develop knowledge and skills specific to the emphasis chosen. In order to develop and demonstrate skills unique to their selected concentration, marriage, couple and family counseling students must take four specialization courses that emphasize working systemically within relational contexts. Clinical experience placements for marriage, couple and family counseling students will take place in approved community agencies.
Learning Outcomes
- A strong sense of professional identity consistent with Professional Counseling philosophy and literature.
- Counseling skill competencies necessary for working with individuals, groups, couples and families.
- Student self-growth and development of professional dispositions.
- Understanding of the diversity of views and cultures within our profession and the environment in which counselors practice.
- Competence, knowledge and skills in eight common-core areas (professional counseling orientation and ethical practice, social and cultural diversity, human growth and development, career development, counseling and helping relationships, group counseling, assessment and testing and research and program evaluation).
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Tuition Estimates
On-campus
$7,239/yr*
Based on 61 credit hours over 3 years.
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International students: Undergraduate - $60, Graduate - $75.
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Career Outlook & Potential Earnings
Graduates of this program may find opportunities in the following careers. Data sourced from O*NET OnLine by the U.S. Department of Labor.
Marriage and Family Therapists
Bright OutlookDiagnose and treat mental and emotional disorders, whether cognitive, affective, or behavioral, within the context of marriage and family systems. Apply psychotherapeutic and family systems theories a
Diagnose and treat mental and emotional disorders, whether cognitive, affective, or behavioral, within the context of marriage and family systems. Apply psychotherapeutic and family systems theories and techniques in the delivery of services to individuals, couples, and families for the purpose of treating such diagnosed nervous and mental disorders.
Median Annual Wage
$66,940
Wage Range
$44,650 – $123,730
Projected Growth
Bright
Top Skills:
Typical Education:
Master’s degree, Professional degree, Doctoral degree
Healthcare Social Workers
Bright OutlookProvide individuals, families, and groups with the psychosocial support needed to cope with chronic, acute, or terminal illnesses. Services include advising family caregivers. Provide patients with in
Provide individuals, families, and groups with the psychosocial support needed to cope with chronic, acute, or terminal illnesses. Services include advising family caregivers. Provide patients with information and counseling, and make referrals for other services. May also provide case and care management or interventions designed to promote health, prevent disease, and address barriers to access to healthcare.
Median Annual Wage
$67,880
Wage Range
$46,220 – $100,360
Projected Growth
Bright
Top Skills:
Typical Education:
Master’s degree, Bachelor’s degree, Post-master’s certificate
Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers
Bright OutlookAssess and treat individuals with mental, emotional, or substance abuse problems, including abuse of alcohol, tobacco, and/or other drugs. Activities may include individual and group therapy, crisis i
Assess and treat individuals with mental, emotional, or substance abuse problems, including abuse of alcohol, tobacco, and/or other drugs. Activities may include individual and group therapy, crisis intervention, case management, client advocacy, prevention, and education.
Median Annual Wage
$60,280
Wage Range
$39,740 – $104,170
Projected Growth
Bright
Top Skills:
Typical Education:
Master’s degree, Bachelor’s degree, Post-master’s certificate
Remote Sensing Scientists and Technologists
Apply remote sensing principles and methods to analyze data and solve problems in areas such as natural resource management, urban planning, or homeland security. May develop new sensor systems, analy
Apply remote sensing principles and methods to analyze data and solve problems in areas such as natural resource management, urban planning, or homeland security. May develop new sensor systems, analytical techniques, or new applications for existing systems.
Median Annual Wage
$122,570
Wage Range
$67,000 – $195,190
Projected Growth
Below Average
Top Skills:
Typical Education:
Bachelor’s degree, Master’s degree, Post-baccalaureate certificate
Sociology Teachers, Postsecondary
Teach courses in sociology. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.
Median Annual Wage
$84,290
Wage Range
$49,930 – $160,140
Projected Growth
Below Average
Top Skills:
Typical Education:
Doctoral degree, Master’s degree
Clergy
Conduct religious worship and perform other spiritual functions associated with beliefs and practices of religious faith or denomination. Provide spiritual and moral guidance and assistance to members
Conduct religious worship and perform other spiritual functions associated with beliefs and practices of religious faith or denomination. Provide spiritual and moral guidance and assistance to members.
Median Annual Wage
$60,810
Wage Range
$37,860 – $98,890
Projected Growth
Below Average
Top Skills:
Typical Education:
Master’s degree, Bachelor’s degree, Some college, no degree
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