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Counselling, Master of at Athabasca University

How long is the Counselling, Master of at Athabasca University?
Up to 6 Years (36 credits) Master of Counselling

What you need to get in to the Counselling, Master of at Athabasca University?
An undergraduate (baccalaureate) degree. A minimum grade point average (GPA) of 3.00 in the last ten full-course equivalents (30 credits). A minimum of three half courses (9 credits) in psychology or educational psychology, including a course in developmental psychology (3 credits), a course in learning psychology (3 credits), one optional psychology or educational psychology course (3 credits). An additional counselling skills course (3 credits) or demonstration of counselling skills in the form of an audiotape or videotape submission. Demonstrated proficiency in the English language. Evidence of related volunteer work or paid employment is an asset. Athabasca University's Master of Counselling (MC) program is offered through the Campus Alberta Applied Psychology (CAAP): Counselling Initiative, a collaborative initiative by Athabasca University, the University of Calgary, and The University of Lethbridge.

For more information on the Counselling, Master of at Athabasca University
(780) 675-6100

Does the :program offer a Coop?
No

Distance Education Available:
Both distance and non-distance

What type of learning environment should I expect in the Counselling, Master of?
On-line study, teleconferencing and/or videoconferencing, traditional classroom instruction, face-to-face remote delivery, summer institutes, and weekend schools.

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