Program Overview
The Counselor Education at University of Louisiana at Lafayette is a MSc programme in Education over 24 months, 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 education. 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 Counselor Education 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
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 22,905 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
- Location: Baton Rouge, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Counselor Education programme are prepared for diverse careers in education:
- Teacher / Lecturer
- Educational Consultant
- Curriculum Designer
- School Administrator
- Education Policy Researcher
- Training Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Professional Orientation
- Methods of Inquiry in Counseling Research
- Theories of Counseling
- Theories and Techniques of Appraisal for Counselors
- Helping Relationships
- Multicultural Counseling
- Lifestyle and Career Development
- Group Processes
- Advanced Developmental Psychology
- Relationship, Marriage, and Family Counseling
- Advanced Relationship, Marriage, and Family Counseling
- Substance Abuse and Dependency Counseling
- Counseling Children and Adolescents
- Introduction to Play Therapy
- Advanced Play Therapy
- Crisis Counseling
- Grief and Bereavement Counseling
- Advanced Group Counseling
- Independent Research
- Advanced Counseling Techniques
- Counseling in Community Mental Health Settings
- Advanced Psychopathology
- Principles and Administration of School Counseling Programs
- Counseling Children and Adolescents
- Advanced School Counseling
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Clinical Mental Health Counseling
The Clinical Mental Health Counseling concentration meets the educational requirements for licensure as a professional counselor (LPC) in Louisiana and prepares you to deliver services in a variety of mental health settings.School Counseling
The School Counseling concentration meets the educational requirements for certification by the Louisiana Department of Education as a counselor, K-12 or ancillary counselor, K-12.English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 22,905 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
Tuition fees: USD 22,905 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Louisiana at Lafayette 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 University of Louisiana at Lafayette
University of Louisiana at Lafayette
Lafayette, United States
University of Louisiana at Lafayette is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen...
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 24 months