Counseling Psychology Program

The counseling psychology program at Holy Names 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 California colleges that offer counseling psychology program.

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Holy Names University

Also known as Holy Names College

6317 Mission St, Daly City, CA

Holy Names University, a nonprofit private institution, offers an assortment of program options, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Oakland, California, it resides in an urban setting for students to study in. The school maintains a Roman Catholic affiliation, which is evident in the role it plays in program curriculums and daily life at the school. Enrollment at Holy Names University exceeds a thousand yearly.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs Holy Names University offers:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Visual And Performing Arts
• Psychology
• Education
• Theology And Religious Vocations

To be considered for admissions, you may be asked to complete an application, write a personal statement, and submit high school records and test scores, which are then evaluated by admissions staff. The majority of students accepted to Holy Names University have an SAT score within the range of 1230 - 1510, or an ACT composite score within the range of 17 - 21. Approximately 60 percent of all students that applied were admitted at Holy Names University, with 29 percent of those accepted choosing to enroll. More information regarding admissions can be found at hnu.edu.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is nearly $33,000 annually. Tuition prices may change for a variety of reasons, and therefore students should use the school's tuition calculator to get a better idea of their cost of attendance. Housing is available for students, and generally costs approximately $5,900 for the year. Some students at this school may qualify for financial aid, which is generally provided in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

Athletic programs are available at Holy Names University through the NAIA, allowing students to compete in intercollegiate sports. Athletic programs available may include:

• Basketball (NAIA Division I)
• Track & Field (NAIA Division I)
• Golf (NAIA Division I)

To see a full list of programs offered, enrollment information, student services, and more, please visit the school's website at http://www.hnu.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Counseling Psychology Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Holy Names College has offered the following programs for students:

• Post-Baccalaureate Certificate
• Master's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

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

• Oakland-Hayward-Berkeley, CA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Hourly Rate: $44.04
  • Average Annual Salary: $91600
• San Francisco-Redwood City-South San Francisco, CA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Hourly Rate: $37.83
  • Average Annual Salary: $78680

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).