This concentration provides you with the opportunity to demonstrate foundational counseling knowledge with a focus on marriage and family counseling/therapy. You will discover the knowledge needed to differentiate roles and practices in counseling and apply theory and skills to behavioral health topics for diverse populations. As part of your coursework, you’ll develop and demonstrate an understanding of systemic psychotherapeutic theories and assess individual, couple, and family cases through evidence-based practice. Students who successfully complete this concentration will be prepared to pursue a Master of Science in Marriage and Family Counseling/Therapy degree, other counseling- or psychology-related degrees, or entry-level careers in the field of psychology.
In this concentration, you’ll build the foundational skills to demonstrate counseling knowledge with a focus on mental health counseling. Your coursework will also include differentiating roles and practices in counseling, developing a personal philosophy of counseling, and demonstrating knowledge of foundational psychotherapeutic theories and evidence-based practice for culturally diverse populations. Students who successfully complete this concentration will be prepared to pursue a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling degree, other counseling- or psychology-related degrees, or entry-level careers in the field of psychology.
Prepare to demonstrate foundational counseling knowledge in schools and other educational institutions with the school counseling concentration. You’ll find ways to differentiate roles and practices in counseling and apply theory and skills to behavioral health topics for diverse populations. In addition, your coursework will help you practice assessing cases and design ethically sound interventions for culturally diverse populations of children and adolescents in school settings. Students who successfully complete this concentration will be prepared to pursue a Master of Science in School Counseling degree, other counseling- or psychology-related degrees, or entry-level careers in the field of psychology.
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Admission
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What You’ll Learn
Learn Relevant Theory & Practice
Apply psychological theory and concepts to individual,
organizational, and social issues.
Gain Professional Balance
Integrate your knowledge of psychology with personal values and personal, collaborative, and professional behavior.
Think Critically & Analytically
Solve problems in the field of psychology through critical and scientific analysis and innovative thinking.
Apply Methodology to Help People
Use scientific research methods and findings to address psychological phenomena.
Build Communication Skills
Communicate effectively with diverse recipients in a manner consistent with expectations for psychology professionals.
Gain Counseling Knowledge
Obtain graduate-level knowledge that you can use later towards an
accredited master’s in counseling.
Program Features
Our program offers additional benefits you might be interested in.
A More Direct Path to Your Master’s
Accelerate your learning with three master’s-level counseling courses, potentially saving you time and money at the master’s level.
Scholar-Practitioner Faculty
Our faculty is made up of active professionals with top academic credentials and real-world experience, exposing you to the latest theories and practice.
Flexible Online Learning
Access your learning environment anytime, anywhere, with any device, and set your own schedule while meeting deadlines.
This program is designed around American Psychological Association (APA) Guidelines for the Undergraduate Psychology Major to ensure you’re learning the latest theories and practice for a deeper understanding of human learning, emotions, and behavior.
Cost & Learning Format
Online education isn’t one size fits all. We know you’re busy—you
need a learning experience tailored to your life, not the other way
around. Capella has learning and tuition formats to suit you, however
you learn.
Our original learning format offers extra structure for those who
want it. We'll set the schedule, you meet the deadlines.
- Based on the quarter system; 1-3 courses per 10-week quarter
- 1 semester credit = 1.5 quarter credits
- Weekly assignments and courseroom discussions
- Pay for what you take, price varies by courseload or term
Get the Details
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*This is only an estimate, using general program pricing, and
it does not include fees (including application and resource kit fees).
Your price may be higher or lower depending on your
specialization, transfer credits, and tuition discounts. If transfer
credits are allowed in this offering, the prices above show what you
would pay if you brought in the average number of transfer credits
and the price if you brought in the maximum allowed transfer credits.
Ways to Save
At Capella, we believe your education is an investment in your future. It’s also an investment within your grasp. Your goals are achievable—there are more ways to save than you might think.
15% Military Discount
Military service members and their spouses could be eligible for a
discount.
Transfer Credits
We can accept many transfer credits from regionally accredited
schools.
Low-Cost Gen Ed Courses
Our learning partner, Sophia Learning, offers self-paced, online
options for fulfilling bachelor’s requirements for only $329 per
course.
Accredited & Respected
Capella University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Accreditation and recognitions provide the assurance we meet
standards for quality of faculty, curriculum, learner services, and
fiscal stability. See all of our accreditations and recognitions.
Sample Courses
Capella’s online bachelor’s in psychology pre-counseling program curriculum focuses on psychological concepts, theories, empirical findings, and current trends while also providing master’s-level counseling courses that can prepare you for graduate work in counseling.
Some of the courses you will take:
| Course Number | Course Title |
|---|---|
| PSYC2320 | Intro to Counseling & Psychotherapy |
| PSYC2900 | Intro to Psychology of Personality |
| PSYC3110 | Abnormal Psychology |
| COUN5004 | Survey Research in Human Development for Professional Counseling |
| COUN5336 | Counseling and Advocacy with Diverse Populations |
Faculty & Support
You’re never going it alone at Capella. Our dedicated faculty and support teams are waiting to guide, help, and
advise you through every step of your educational journey.
Enrollment Counselors
These folks are superstars. We hear it from our students (and grads).
They’re here to help find a program fit and set you up for
success.
Advisors
Want to learn more about courses, instructors, or resources? Ask our
advisors—they know all about the details of your program.
Faculty
Our distinguished faculty members hold top credentials in their
fields. They’re here to teach the knowledge and skills you’ll need,
now.
Career Center
For this team, it’s more than résumés and interview tips. It’s about
thoughtful and strategic career planning—beyond graduation.
Relevant Blog Posts
Whether you’re considering a return to school, exploring new career paths, or seeking ways to improve your job performance, the Capella Blog has relevant articles to support your goals.
Doing Research as an Online BS in Psychology Student
BS in Psychology students have a unique opportunity to develop creative and analytical skills through research.
Collaborative Efforts in Counseling, Clinical Psychology, and Social Work
An overview of the similarities, differences, and collaborative opportunities between counseling, clinical psychology, and social work.
What Can You Do with a Bachelor’s in Psychology?
A BS in Psychology can help prepare graduates for jobs in business, nonprofits, government, and more.
Move Forward in Your Career
Here are just some of the career options you could explore with our
online bachelor's in psychology pre-counseling degree.
Related Job Titles to Explore*
- Human resources manager
- Mental health technician
- Case manager
- Human resources generalist
- Mental health specialist
- Residential counselor
- Academic advisor
Related Employment Settings to Explore
- Hospital
- Land-based or online college or university
- Individual and family services
- Government—local, state, federal
- Insurance carrier
- Nursing care facility
*These are examples intended to serve as a general guide. Some
positions may prefer or even require previous experience, licensure,
certifications, and/or other designations along with a degree. Because
many factors determine what position an individual may attain, Capella
cannot guarantee that a graduate will secure any specific job title, a
promotion, salary increase, or other career outcome. We encourage you
to research requirements for your job target and career goals.
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