Program Overview
The School Adjustment Counseling at Westfield State University is a MA programme in Psychology 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 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 School Adjustment 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
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 318 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 318 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
- Location: Westfield, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the School Adjustment Counseling programme are prepared for diverse careers in psychology:
- Clinical Psychologist
- Organisational Psychologist
- Researcher
- Counsellor
- Human Resources Specialist
- Behaviour Analyst
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Juvenile Justice
- Theories of Counseling
- Counseling Basics with Supervision
- Psychology: Special Topics in School Counseling
- Pre-Internship School Adjustment Counseling
- Psychopathology: Diagnosis & Treatment of Children and Adolescents
- Principles and Practices of Psychological Testing
- Principles and Practices of School Counseling
- Psychopathology: Diagnosis & Treatment of Adults
- Dynamics of Group Counseling
- Basic and Applied Research
- Advanced Counseling with Supervision
- Advanced Developmental Psychology
- Crisis Intervention in Schools and Communities
- Ethics and Standards in the Mental Health Profession
- Counseling Diverse Populations
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
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- An\nundergraduate cumulative grade point average of 3.0. \n
- Three\nletters of recommendation, including a minimum of one academic reference. \n
- A\nwritten statement of purpose and intent to complete the program. \n
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 318 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 318 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 318 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 318 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Westfield State 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 Westfield State University
Westfield State University
Westfield, United States
Westfield State University 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 2001-04-18
- Start Date 2018-09-07
- Language English
- Duration 24 months