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Graduate Counseling - Admission Requirements
Please review the appropriate admission requirements for the Master of Arts, Addictions Counseling Certificate, and Post-Master's Degree Certificate programs as listed below.
Master of Arts Admission Requirements
- A baccalaureate degree from a regionally-accredited college or university, or an institution accredited by the Association for Biblical Higher Education.
- An undergraduate grade point average of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale from the baccalaureate degree-granting institution at which a minimum of 30 hours was completed.
- Six semester hours in psychology, of which three semester hours must be in Abnormal Psychology (Developmental Psychology for Student Development Counseling and Administration).
- Six semester hours in Bible. (One course in New Testament and one course in Old Testament are preferred.)
- Graduate Record Exam (GRE) taken within five years of application to the program. Overall score of at least 1000 (V + Q) preferred; Verbal (V) score of at least 400 required.
- A typewritten philosophy of counseling with respect to the area of specialization, an autobiography, and answers to supplemental questions.
- Three recommendations, at least one from a professor and one from a supervisor/professional.
- Applicants whose application documents demonstrate potential for success in the Graduate Program in Counseling will participate in a personal interview.
Addictions Counseling Certificate Admission Requirements
- A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university or an institution accredited by the Association for Biblical Higher Education.
- An undergraduate grade point average of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale from the baccalaureate degree-granting institution at which a minimum of 30 semester hours was completed.
- If graduate work has been taken, official transcripts must be submitted reflecting a minimum GPA of 3.0.
- A letter clearly stating reason(s) for seeking admission into the Addictions Counseling program.
- In those cases where the applicant is seeking to fulfill requirements for any licensure/certification, identification of specific course requirements for inclusion in his/her program of study for any license/certification process is the responsibility of the applicant.
- Three recommendations from professors or supervisors.
Post-Master's Degree Certificate Admission Requirements
- Official transcripts showing a completed graduate degree in a counseling-related program.
- At least a 3.0 GPA in previous graduate work.
- A letter stating the reason for seeking state licensure.
If it is determined by the HPB that only clinical hours (practicum and/or internship) are needed, the student must present a tape of a counseling session and a reference from a qualified (master’s level with at least two years of experience) supervisor. This tape and reference will be reviewed by the graduate counseling faculty and be considered in the acceptance process. All students enrolled in clinical experiences must purchase personal liability insurance.
NOTE: The graduate admissions committee retains the right to waive an admission requirement for special circumstances. Successful graduate coursework may be substituted for the GRE. State regulations may prohibit licensure for individuals who have ever been convicted of a crime of violence or of any crime that has a direct bearing on the ability to practice competently. The applicant is responsible to check the licensing requirements with his or her state licensing agency prior to beginning the program.
Admission prerequisite courses may be completed online or onsite.
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