University of Northern Colorado College of Education & Behavioral Sciences Clinical Counseling School of Applied Psychology and Counselor Education McKee 248, Campus Box 131 Greeley, CO 80639 US   Phone: 1-970-351-2731 Fax: 1-970-351-2625   At a Glance Program Requirements Tuition & Financial Aid Institution Overview Important Dates Upcoming Events Degrees: Program Format: Master's M.A.-Clinical Counseling; M.A.-Clinical Counseling with emphasis in Couples and Family Therapy On Campus   Clinical Counseling - The Clinical Counseling Program at the University of Northern Colorado prepares excellent professional counselors. We have a strong focus on clinical skills for work with children, youth, and adults. Graduates from University of Northern Colorado’s Clinical Counseling Program are qualified to accept a variety of counseling positions. Our alums work in community mental health centers, psychiatric hospitals, health care facilities, and residential treatment centers. Alums have also established thriving private practices. Graduates typically achieve the credential of Licensed Professional Counselors through the Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA) in Colorado, or the licensing agency in the states in which they reside. Because our program is accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP), graduates are eligible to become National Certified Counselors. Clinical Counseling: Couples and Family Emphasis - Contemporary counselors’ skills and career options are enhanced with additional training in couples and family therapy. Graduates from University of Northern Colorado’s Clinical Counseling: Couples and Family Therapy Program are qualified to accept a variety of counseling positions. Our alums work in community mental health centers, psychiatric hospitals, health care facilities, and residential treatment centers. Alums have also established thriving private practices. Our graduates usually achieve the credential of Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) through the Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA) in Colorado, or the licensing agency in the states in which they reside. Because our program is accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP), graduates are eligible to become National Certified Counselors.     Accreditation Information: North Central Association of Colleges and Schools and Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP).  # Of Credits Required: 60  Time To Degree: 2 - 2.5 years (full-time)    Previous Degrees Pre-Requisite Courses International Student Requirements An international student is not a citizen of the United States or classified by United States Immigration and Naturalization Service as a resident alien. International undergraduate, transfer, and graduate applicants must meet English Language proficiency as well as academic and financial requirements before being fully admitted to the university. One option to demonstrate English Language proficiency is to successfully complete the UNC Intensive English Language Program. Please see the UNC website for more information. International student Undergraduate/Transfer and Graduate applications (paper and on-line submission) with accompanying instructions are found on the UNC website as well. Applications and supporting documents are due at least 60 days prior to the semester to which students plan to enroll, or prior to their major program deadline (if any) for Graduate students.  Requirements Qualifying Exam: GRE Minimum Exam Score: GPA or Equivalent: 3.0 English Proficiency: Yes Research Competency: Yes Clinical Internship: Yes   Work Experience Volunteer Experience Publications Experience Foreign Language Requirement Other Requirements   Cost Per Credit Hour: $   Tuition:   Financial Aid Offered:       # of Students Enrolled Full Time: 861  # of Students Enrolled Part Time: 1485  Average GPA:   Average Test Scores:   Charge Per Credit: $687  Annual Full Time Avg Institution Tuition: $17226  Financial Aid Offered: Yes  Average Work Experience:   Specializations:   # of Terms Per Year: Semester  Placement Percentage:   Historically Black:   Religious Affiliation: Not applicable