Counseling Psychology Program

The counseling psychology program at Texas A&M University – Texarkana 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 Texas colleges that offer counseling psychology program.

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Texas A&M University – Texarkana

Also known as A&M-Texarkana

One Tiger Drive, Marshall, TX

Texas A&M University - Texarkana, a public institution, offers a large number of program options, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Texarkana, Texas, the school offers an urban setting for students to study in. Texas A&M University - Texarkana has an annual student enrollment of approximately 2,000.

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

• Interdisciplinary Studies
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Education
• Psychology

The admissions process begins with the submission of an application, school records, and test scores, which are then reviewed by the admissions office. Either the ACT or SAT exam must be taken to apply to Texas A&M University - Texarkana. Scores within the range of 18 - 24 on the ACT or 798 - 990 on the SAT are required to greatly increase your chances for getting accepted. A&M-Texarkana has an acceptance rate of about 50% of which only 64% chose to attend. More information regarding admissions can be found here.

The tuition at Texas A&M University - Texarkana varies based on the state of residence of the student. In-state residents pay approximately $5,100 per year, while out-of-state residents are charged $13,000 per year. Some students at this school may be eligible for financial aid, which is typically provided as scholarships, grants, and loans.

Students may visit the Texas A&M University - Texarkana website to get a complete list of areas of study, programs, admissions information, and more.

Students Enrolled in the Counseling Psychology Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. A&M-Texarkana offers a master'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

• Longview, TX
  • Total Employment: 50
  • Average Hourly Rate: $28.77
  • Average Annual Salary: $59830

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).