The M.S. in Clinical Professional Counseling is 60 credits, completed full time, and spans two years and four months. The curriculum is designed to map onto license eligibility for the Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor license in Maryland, and many other states. The curriculum sequence is outlined below. Course days and times are determined each semester based on University and faculty scheduling, and may be held in the evenings.

Year 1

Fall (12 Credits)

• PY 615 - Advanced Psychopathology
• PY 620 - Theories of Counseling & Psychotherapy
• PY 621 - Principles & Practices of Psychotherapy
• PY 715 - Human Biopsychology

Spring (12 Credits)

• PY 600 - Assessment & Appraisal
• PY 664 - Lifespan Development
• PY 710 - Diversity Issues in Psychology
• PY 746 - Research Methods

Year 2

Summer (6 Credits)

• PY 618 - Group Therapy
• PY 639 - Substance-Related and Addictive Disorders

Fall (9 Credits)

• PY 622 - Advanced Techniques of Counseling & Psychotherapy I
• PY 657 - Lifestyle & Career Development
• PY 705 - Ethical, Legal, & Professional Issues in Counseling & Psychology

Spring (9 Credits)

• PY 624 - Marriage & Family Therapy
• PY 712 - Business Issues in Professional Practice
• PY 770 - Practicum (100 hours)

Year 3

Summer (6 Credits)

• PY 622 - Advanced Techniques of Counseling & Psychotherapy II
• PY 771 - Off-Campus Externship I/PY 728 - On-Campus Supervision (300 hours)

Fall (6 Credits)

• PY 742 - Supervision of Counseling & Psychotherapy
• PY 771 - Off-Campus Externship I/PY 728 - On-Campus Supervision (300 hours)

Total: 60 credits; 2 years & 4 months