Program Overview
The Community and Trauma Counseling at Philadelphia University is a MSc programme in Psychology, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of psychology. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Community and Trauma Counseling programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Tuition: USD 1,130 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 1,130 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
- Location: Philadelphia, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Community and Trauma Counseling programme are prepared for diverse careers in psychology:
- Clinical Psychologist
- Organisational Psychologist
- Researcher
- Counsellor
- Human Resources Specialist
- Behaviour Analyst
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Orientation to the Counseling Profession
- Practicum I - Theory and Practice of Counseling
- Psychopathology
- Foundations of Trauma Counseling
- Neurobiology of Trauma
- Human Growth and Development
- Practicum II
- Advanced Counseling Theory and Practice
- Childhood Trauma
- Social and Cultural Diversity
- Group Work in Community and Trauma Counseling
- Addictions Theory and Practice
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Completed Application for Graduate Admissions
- Official Academic Transcripts
- Current Resume/CV
- 2 Letters of Recommendation
- Personal Essay
- 800-1000 words
- Personal reflection on your reasons for choosing a career in counseling, and specifically trauma-focused counseling.
- Highlight personal qualities or characteristics that will serve you well in this graduate program and in the counseling profession more broadly.
- Interview With Program Faculty Members
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 1,130 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 1,130 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 1,130 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 1,130 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Philadelphia University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Philadelphia University
Philadelphia University
Philadelphia, United States
Philadelphia University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Start Date 2017-09-09
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