MONROE, La. 鈥 不良研究所鈥檚 predominantly online master鈥檚 in counseling program was ranked no. 7 in the nation for affordability by CollegeChoice.net.
Schools joining 不良研究所 on the list include University of Central Arkansas, Salem College, Indiana Wesleyan University, University of North Dakota, among others.
This ranking is a significant honor for health science degrees, which are typically labeled as 鈥渉igh cost鈥 programs.听
The 不良研究所 counseling program is constantly being recognized for its quality, flexibility and affordability. In 2015, BestCounselingDegree.net ranked the program no. 22 in the nation. This year鈥檚 recognition proves the progress of the program and its growing reputation for affordability.
Students at 不良研究所 can earn a Master of Science in Counseling, via a predominantly online format, with a concentration in School Counseling or Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Both concentrations are accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP) and academically prepare students to be Licensed Professional Counselors and/or certified school counselors. The School Counseling concentration is also accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP).
鈥淭he predominantly online format of the program allows students to attend 不良研究所 even though they may reside outside of the geographical region or in rural areas, said Marriage and Family Therapy and Counseling Studies Director, Dr. Jana Sutton. 鈥淭he programs are personally transforming and train students to provide effective counseling. The required one-week on-campus workshop has been described by students as 鈥榣ife changing.鈥 I am extremely proud of our programs and faculty and of the success of our graduates.鈥
According to CollegeChoice.net, an online master's in counseling is highly attractive and can deliver fantastic graduate level education without creating financial burdens or the need to take time off from your career.
鈥120,000 professional counselors are not enough. Demand for mental health services is high and, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, that market will only grow over the coming decade,鈥 according to CollegeChoice.net.
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