Program Overview
The Couple and Family Counseling at University of Colorado Denver is a MA 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 Couple and Family 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
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 28,212 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 11,006 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Denver, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Couple and Family Counseling programme are prepared for diverse careers in psychology:
- Clinical Psychologist
- Organisational Psychologist
- Researcher
- Counsellor
- Human Resources Specialist
- Behaviour Analyst
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Counseling Theories
- Techniques of Counseling
- Group Counseling
- Family Therapy Theory
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Admitted students must demonstrate completion of a basic statistics course. A student may be granted conditional admission until this requirement is met. This prerequisite can be completed prior to starting or by the first semester of the program. Visit the Counseling program\xc2\x92s admissions page to review a detailed list of application requirements and apply.
To complete this program, you\'ll take the required courses, practicum and internships. You\'ll also take a comprehensive exam or write a thesis. And, you\'ll have the option of taking the National Counselor Exam for Licensed Professional Counselors. This program also prepares you for licensure as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist.
Some may ask why the University of Colorado Denver counseling program degree requires 63 credit hours. Our goal is to help you meet all CACREP standard requirements to make it easy to get licensed as an LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) in Colorado and provide you with the educational experience to become an LMFT. We provide a rigorous program which will position you for success and help you meet all the requirements for licensure, now and in the future. Qualitatively, our students are recognized as being a step above the rest, and we plan to keep it that way.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 28,212 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 11,006 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 28,212 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 11,006 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Colorado Denver 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 Colorado at Denver
University of Colorado at Denver
Denver, United States
University of Colorado at Denver is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2003-04-18
- Start Date 2018-08-21
- Language English