University of Missouri - Kansas City

Program Information

Degree Offered

M.A.; Ed.S. - Counseling and Guidance;, Ph.D. - Counseling Psychology

Format: Campus

Program Description:

The Ph.D. degree in counseling psychology has been fully accredited by the American Psychological Association since 1985. Our Counseling Psychology program emphasizes multicultural and individual diversity within a scientist-practitioner model. Consistent with the University's urban/metropolitan mission, this diverse faculty is committed to educating future Counseling Psychologists to improve the welfare of individuals and communities through scholarship and applied interventions. The program faculty encourages students to develop primary identification with the core values of counseling psychology. These values emphasize: a) Assets, strengths, and positive mental health b) Respect for cultural and individual diversity c) Scientific foundation for all activities d) Developmental models of human growth e) Relatively brief counseling interventions f) Person-environment interaction g) Education h) Career/vocational development Counseling Psychologists recognize the value of human diversity. The program emphasizes faculty and student competence in dealing with the broad range of diversity in both practice and science settings. Our commitment to cultural and individual diversity is reflected in: a) Faculty composition b) Student recruitment c) Scholarship d) Course content and offerings e) Practicum opportunities f) Community service and consultation Education in Counseling Psychology follows a developmental model in which science-practice integration is emphasized throughout the program. Early and progressive training is provided in research, culminating in professionals who can design, conduct, and evaluate research relevant for Counseling Psychologists. Similarly, early and progressive training in practice activity is emphasized. Program graduates will apply the values of Counseling Psychology to their work in a variety of employment settings, and as scientist-practitioners.

Accreditation:

American Psychological Association (APA) Committee on Accreditation

Eligibility Requirements:

Admission Selection Process

Applicants will be evaluated using the following dimensions

Academic potential
Research potential
Research interest
Interpersonal characteristics
Contribution to program diversity
Commitment to multiculturalism
Professional goals and interest
Understanding of the profession of counseling psychology

Tuition & Financial Aid

Financial Aid Offered: No

Classification: Doctoral/Research Universities - Intensive

Institution Sector: Public

Locale: Large City

Size & Settings: 10,000 - 19,999