Counselling, Master of Counselling - British Columbia, Canada
If you wish to qualify as a counsellor or therapist and seek registration with the B.C.A.C.C. our Master of Counselling program is designed for you. The courses will address: fundamental skills; diversity and cultural psychology; ethics and law; grief and loss; family systems; research; human development; sexuality, psychopathology and psychopharmacology; testing and assessment; psychotherapy theory; group counselling; psychological trauma; and addictions. Advanced courses apply this knowledge to couples counselling, thesis research, the psychology of aging, working with youth, and Practicum experience. Through internships, you will gain practical experience in your area of interest while you network with other professionals in the local community social service systems.
The Master of Counselling will prepare students to:
- Apply sound essential counseling skills derived from a credible knowledge base that encompasses diverse theoretical perspectives.
- Articulate and apply a range of coherent theoretical approaches that are relevant to clients’ concerns and aspirations.
- Collaborate with people of diverse ethnicity, culture, gender, sexual orientation, physical ability, religious beliefs and socioeconomic status.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the role of counselors in promoting social justice and the well-being of the greater community.
- Establish a commitment to professional development through continuing education, clinical supervision, self-reflection, and consultation with peers.
- Locate and critically evaluate research related to core areas of counseling practice.
- Produce written communication that meets professional standards.
- Recognize and apply professional ethical standards including clear and appropriate relationships with clients, colleagues, and the community.
- Recognize and positively influence intrapersonal and interpersonal dynamics in counseling with individuals, groups, couples, and families.
Total Required Credits (72 Credits)
Core Courses (50 Credits)
| CPC 501 | Introduction To Counselling Psychology Practice | 5 |
| CPC 502 | Systemic Theory: Diversity and Cultural Psychology | 3 |
| CPC 510 | Professional Ethics and Law | 3 |
| CPC 511 | Psychology of Loss and Grief | 3 |
| CPC 512 | Family Systems Therapy | 5 |
| CPC 513 | Brief Therapy Models | 3 |
| CPC 514 | Research Methods and Statistics | 3 |
| CPC 522 | Psychology of Trauma and Interpersonal Violence | 3 |
| CPC 523 | Psychology of Sexuality and Human Development | 3 |
| CPC 524 | Psychopathology and Psychopharmacology | 5 |
| CPC 525 | Testing And Assessment | 3 |
| CPC 526 | Counselling Psychology Theory | 5 |
| CPC 527 | Group Counselling Psychology | 3 |
| CPC 529 | Psychology Of Addictions | 3 |
| CPC 550 | Comprehensive Exam-B.C., Canada | 0 |
Additional Required Courses (16 Credits)
Internships/Practica (6 Credits)
CPC 633: Internship must be repeated until internship requirements are completed.
Elective Courses (Optional)
| CPC 599 | Graduate Seminar-Independent Study | 1.00 TO 5 |
*Special topics in counselling psychology will be explored in seminar, workshop or independent study formats.)
**The term “university” is used under the written consent of the Minister of Advanced Education effective April 11, 2007 having undergone a quality assessment process and been found to meet the criteria established by the minister.