Counseling Psychology Program

The counseling psychology program at Arizona Christian University prepares students for careers as school counselors, academic counselors, marriage and family counselors, substance abuse counselors, and mental health counselors. The program focuses on rendering of therapeutic services to individuals and groups experiencing psychological problems and exhibiting distress symptoms. Program courses include: counseling theory, therapeutic intervention strategies, testing and assessment methods and procedures, group therapy, marital and family therapy, child and adolescent therapy, supervised counseling practice, ethical standards, and applicable regulations. Get more details below including other Arizona colleges that offer counseling psychology program.

Arizona Christian University

7050 S 24th St, Phoenix, AZ

Arizona Christian University, a nonprofit private institution, offers a variety of degree programs, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Phoenix, Arizona, the school offers an urban setting for students to study in. The school's Nondenominational Christian affiliation is one of its defining characteristics and plays an important role within the school's mission. The school enrolls 400 students yearly, allowing for smaller more engaging class sizes.

A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:

• Biblical Studies
• Business Administration
• Counseling Psychology
• Youth Ministry
• English and Language Arts Teacher Education

To be considered for admissions, applicants may be required to fill out an application, write a personal statement, and submit high school records and test scores, which are then studied by admissions officials. Very common test scores among students accepted to Arizona Christian University are within the range of 19 to 24 on the ACT, or 910 to 1130 on the SAT. An estimated 60 percent of all students that applied were accepted at Arizona Christian University, with 60 percent of those admitted choosing to attend.

Tuition is approximately $21,000 per year, though it may vary based on any number of circumstances. Students may check the school's tuition calculator to get a more personalized estimate of costs. The cost of on-campus housing is around $4,900 per year. This school may offer financial aid for students that qualify in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

Arizona Christian University has a variety of athletic programs overseen by the NAIA. Available sports offered:

• Baseball (NAIA Division II)
• Basketball (NAIA Division II)
• Golf (NAIA Division II)

Students should visit the school's http://www.arizonachristian.edu to view additional information.

Students Enrolled in the Counseling Psychology Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Arizona Christian University offers a bachelor's degree program in counseling psychology.

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Regulatory Affairs Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate production activities of an organization to ensure compliance with regulations and standard operating procedures.

Counseling Psychologists

Description

Assess and evaluate individuals' problems through the use of case history, interview, and observation and provide individual or group counseling services to assist individuals in achieving more effective personal, social, educational, and vocational development and adjustment.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, counseling psychologists employment is expected to grow at a rate of 19.6% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Phoenix-Mesa-Scottsdale, AZ
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Hourly Rate: $29.67
  • Average Annual Salary: $61720

Psychology Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses in psychology, such as child, clinical, and developmental psychology, and psychological counseling. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).