Below you will find general information about each program that is offered by the Department. If you would like specific information concerning course of study and admission requirements, visit the Graduate Studies Counseling & Family Therapy web page.
Master's Program in Marriage and Family Therapy
Marriage and Family Therapy – 51 credit specialization designed to provide students with a solid theoretical background as a foundation for intensive clinical training in systemic approaches to human problems. The program is nationally accredited by AAMFT’s Commission on Accreditation for Marriage and Family Therapy Education. The curriculum is designed to meet the academic requirements for Connecticut Licensure for Marital and Family Therapists and AAMFT Clinical Membership.
Master's Program in School Counseling
School Counseling – 48-51 credit program that prepares students for professional careers as counselors in elementary, middle, and senior high schools. The program meets the certification requirements of the Connecticut State Department of Education. A strong emphasis is placed on a developmental model of school counseling that is reflected in the National Standards for School Counseling of the American School Counseling Association and Connecticut Best Practices in School Counseling. Students must be prepared to commit to both a 100 hour practicum and a full time internship.
Master's Program In
Professional Counseling
(Rehabilitation, Mental Health, and Drug and Alcohol Recovery)
Professional Counseling – 48-57 credit program designed for students interested in the practice of professional counseling in Rehabilitation Counseling, Mental Health Counseling, or Substance Abuse Counseling. Professional Counselors assist individuals with emotional, mental, social, and physical challenges in attaining their life goals. This program provides the necessary academic background for students interested in pursuing licensing and a variety of advanced certifications in professional counseling
Master's of Science in Student Development in Higher Education
Student Development in Higher Education – A 42-45 credit program designed to prepare students to work in a counseling capacity in a variety of higher education settings including student advisement, career counseling, residence life, and student affairs office.
More about the Student Development in Higher Education program
Post Master's Study
Candidates who complete the master’s degree in counseling may be able to continue their education at Central Connecticut State University by applying for admissions to a post-master’s plan program in a Counseling specialty. Once accepted the student and advisor will develop a planned program of study that must consist of a minimum of 30 credits that are completed within a six year time period.
Official Certificate Program: Advanced Graduate Certificate in Professional Counseling (OCP 502)
Admission criteria: Master's Degree in counseling. The Advanced Graduate Certificate program in Professional Counseling is designed for practicing counselors who already hold a master's degree in counseling and are preparing for state licensure as a Professional Counselor through the State of Connecticut Department of Public Health. A certificate in advanced graduate work in Professional Counseling is issued upon completion of a combination of any 12 credits of selected 500-level courses, with a grade of B or better, designated for the certificate program.
Candidates who complete the master’s degree in counseling may be able to continue their education at Central Connecticut State University by applying for admissions to a post-master’s plan program in a Counseling specialty. Once accepted the student and advisor will develop a planned program of study that must consist of a minimum of 30 credits that are completed within a six year time period.
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