Program Overview
The Education with a Major in Professional Counseling at University of West Georgia is a Postgraduate Certificate programme in Education, delivered Online. 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 Education with a Major in Professional 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: Online
- Tuition: USD 312 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 312 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Education with a Major in Professional Counseling 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
- Counseling in the Military Community
- Advanced Multicultural Counseling
- Supervision in Counseling
- Consultation, Collaboration and Program Development in Counseling
- Designing Effective Programs
- Current Issues in Counseling and Supervision
- Research: Quantitative Analysis
- Professional Research Writing
- Research: Mixed Methods Analysis
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Follow these steps to apply to a graduate program
- Step 1 \xc2\x96 Online Application
- Step 2 \xc2\x96 Official Transcripts and All Required Documents
- Step 3 \xc2\x96 Graduate Entrance Exam
- Step 4 \xc2\x96 Program Specific Requirements
- Step 5 \xc2\x96 Verification of Lawful Presence
- Step 7 -\xc2\xa0Check the status of your application
Program Specific Admittance Guidelines
- Master\'s degree in counseling or very closely related field
- Minimum 3.0 graduate GPA
- Minimum GRE composite score of 291 (minimum of 150 verbal and 141/3.5 quantitative or analytical writing)
- Written personal narrative
- Interview with faculty
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 312 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 312 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 312 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 312 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of West Georgia 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 West Georgia
University of West Georgia
Carrollton, United States
University of West Georgia is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields....
University Profile- Application Deadline 2015-12-17
- Start Date 2018-01-06
- Language English
- Duration 2 year(s)
- Credits 60
-
Education with a Major in Early Childhood Education
University of West Georgia -
Education with a Major in Educational Leadership
University of West Georgia -
Education with a Major in Media (Instructional Technology)
University of West Georgia -
Education with a Major in Media (School Library)
University of West Georgia