Master's in Counseling

Developing Empowered, Conscientious Professionals

A Foundation for Caring

Walsh University's counseling graduate program, leading to Master of Arts in Counseling and Human Development, is committed to developing conscientious, professionally skilled counselors who are responsive to the needs and individual differences of all people. Our students are led by seasoned educators and active practitioners, offering students focused clinical education and experiential training with a case-oriented learning approach. A master's degree currently is available in Counseling and Human Development with a Clinical Mental Health Counseling Specialization or School Counseling Specialization. In addition, a third specialization, Student Affairs Counseling, will be available in Fall 2014.

Our core curriculum is designed such that students have the ability to complete counseling master's degree requirements for both tracks with relative ease. These tracks have a foundation curriculum in theory, human behavioral research, and practical skills training.

The Walsh Advantage

• Experienced faculty and small classes assure individual attention and encourage active participation.
• Mental Health and School Counselingspecializations are accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Relation Educational Programs (CACREP).
• Several courses are available in an accelerated 8-week format to give students an opportunity to increase the pace of their degree path.
• Walsh features a high-tech, on-site counseling center that where mental health counseling students see community clients, gaining critical hands-on learning opportunities while also serving the Walsh mission of service to others.
• Students have the opportunity to gain international experience in Uganda while earning elective credits.
• Premier tuition discount provides a 25% discount to graduate students enrolled in Walsh’s Counseling and Human Development programs. (Eligibility is based upon a weighted combination of factors including financial need and academic record. To apply for the discount, students must obtain an enrollment form from the Student Service Center.)

Peer Mentoring

The CHD Peer Mentoring Program provides an opportunity for students beginning the program to be paired with students farther along in the program.

• Offers growth and learning to both the mentees and the mentors in a collaborative working relationship that allows new graduate students to become better able to plan, implement, evaluate, and enhance their education/experience in the counseling program.
• Offers opportunities for one-on-one meetings with a mentor or large group social activities to promote camaraderie and support.
• Open to all students. Mentees are encouraged to become mentors as they continue through the program.
• Faculty advisor: Carrie VanMeter, PhD.

For further information on Walsh's master's degree in Counseling and Human Development, please contact Audra Dice in the Office of Admissions, adice@walsh.edu or (330) 490-7181. In addition, Dr. Linda Barclay will gladly answer questions about the school counseling program or mental health counseling program. She may be reached at lbarclay@walsh.edu or (330) 490-7264.