counseling programs in california

California has a wide variety of counseling programs to choose from, including master's degrees, doctoral degrees, and post-doctoral certificates. These programs typically include coursework in counseling theory, counseling skills, and clinical practice. Some programs also offer specializations in areas such as school counseling, marriage and family therapy, and clinical mental health counseling.

The cost of counseling programs in California varies depending on the university and the program. However, most programs are in the range of $20,000 to $50,000 per year.

Requirements

Admission requirements for counseling programs in California vary from university to university. However, most programs will require the following:

• A bachelor's degree in a related field, such as psychology, sociology, or social work.
• GRE scores.
• Letters of recommendation.
• A personal statement.

Some programs may also require additional coursework, such as coursework in statistics or research methods. It is essential to check with the specific program you are interested in to see what their specific requirements are.

View required graduate courses required for licensure

Some factors to consider when choosing an online counseling master's program include:

• Accreditation: Make sure the program is accredited by a recognized accrediting body, such as the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP).
• Curriculum: Make sure the program's curriculum aligns with your career goals.
• Flexibility: Choose a program that offers flexible scheduling options so you can complete your degree on your own time.
• Cost: Consider the cost of the program when making your decision.

california schools with lpcc programs

For a list of California schools that offer LPCC programs and meet LPCC licensure requirements, please see the list maintained by the Board of Behavioral Sciences. 

Important note: schools occasionally change program curricula and course descriptions. It is important to stay up-to-date on any changes that schools make to their programs so that you can ensure that you are meeting the educational requirements for licensure. You can do this by contacting the school directly or visiting their website.

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Some of these university programs offer some of the required core courses for counselors who already hold master's degrees, but need one or two courses to complete the licensing requirements.  Courses may be taken through university extension if units are awarded.    

Many of the following universities also offer master's degrees that contain the courses required for the LPCC.  Universities are invited to advertise their courses.

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