Counseling Psychology Program

The counseling psychology program at Kentucky 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 Kentucky colleges that offer counseling psychology program.

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Kentucky Christian University

South Limestone, Lexington, KY

Kentucky Christian University provides a variety of degree programs for students to assist them in their growth and development. The school is located in Grayson, Kentucky and operated as a private institution. The school maintains a Christian Churches and Churches of Christ affiliation, which is evident in the role it plays in program curriculums and daily life at the school. The school enrolls 700 students per year, allowing for smaller more engaging class sizes.

A list of some of the programs offered are:

• Theological and Ministerial Studies
• Business Administration
• Nursing
• Elementary Education

To be considered for admissions, students may be asked to complete an application, write a personal statement, and submit school records, which are then reviewed by the admissions committee. Most students at Kentucky Christian University scored within the range of 18 - 22 on the ACT exam. This school has an admissions rate of 35 percent of which only 80 percent chose to enroll. More information regarding admissions can be found here.

The cost of tuition is close to $17,000 annually. Tuition prices may change for a variety of reasons, and as such students should visit the school's net price calculator to understand their cost of attendance. Some students at this school may qualify for financial aid, which is typically offered as grants or student loans.

Kentucky Christian University participates in intercollegiate athletic programs through the NAIA's Mid-South Conference in Football.

Students Enrolled in the Counseling Psychology Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Kentucky 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

• Lexington-Fayette, KY
  • Total Employment: 150
  • Average Hourly Rate: $29.60
  • Average Annual Salary: $61560

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).