Program Requirements

• PSY407: Applied Research Methodology
• PSY409: Diagnostic Psychoeducational Assessment
• PSY425: Counseling Theory and Practice
• PSY512: Systems and Theories in Psychology
• PSY514: Psychology of Learning
• PSY516: Issues and Ethics in Psychology
• PSY517: Theories of Learning Disabilities
• PSY521: Family Counseling
• PSY532: Psychopharmacology and Substance Abuse
• PSY558: Therapeutic Techniques and Consultation
• PSY614: Psychology of Development
• PSY657: Psychology of Exceptional Children
• EDC483: Principles and Practices of Guidance
• CRJ429: The Juvenile Justice System
• CRJ495: Substance Abuse Issues in Criminal Justice
• PSY560: Practicum in School Adjustment Counseling

A Master of Arts degree is awarded after 30 credits. With the completion of 45 credits including the practicum, and completion of the program portfolio, the candidate is eligible for an initial license and is employable as a school adjustment counselor.

Total Credits: 45

Additional Courses

• PSY515: Advanced Abnormal Psychology
• PSY532: Psychopharmacology and Substance Abuse
• PSY615: Social Basis of Behavior
• EDC488: Occupational Information
• PSY604A: Clinical Experience in School Adjustment

A certificate of advanced graduate study can be awarded after an additional 15 credits, including the clinical experience, for a total of 60 credits for both degrees. The candidate must work for three years as a school adjustment counselor and achieve or maintain a license from the Massachusetts Board of Allied Mental Health Professionals in order to be eligible for the professional level license.

Total credits: 60