Study counseling and psychology at Saint Mary’s

A degree in psychology or counseling gives you the tools to impact lives in a meaningful way. We offer a range of programs that allow you to choose your preferred career path upon earning your degree. Whether you are looking to complete your bachelor’s degree, earn your master’s degree, or earn your doctorate, there’s a program available that helps you achieve your academic and career goals.
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Bachelor's Degree Completion

Earning your B.S. gives you the fundamental tools to pursue a career in psychology or counseling. When you complete your degree, you will have the critical knowledge and skills to continue your education or contribute to the field.

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B.S. Applied Psychology

Online

Completing your bachelor’s degree opens doors for your career and future education. Become familiar with the basic theories and methods in psychology, and learn how the application of knowledge helps create a positive impact in the lives of others.

Requirements

  • At least 30 transferable semester credits from an accredited institution

Career Opportunities

  • Behavioral Health Counselor
  • Case Worker
  • Business Manager
  • Psychiatric Technician
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Outcome
Career

Program Highlights

  • Most courses in this program have free access to course materials.
  • Earn the optional Community Health Worker Certificate as you complete your degree.

Outcome

  • Psychological principles and working knowledge of psychology’s content domains
  • Scientific reasoning to interpret psychological phenomena
  • Innovative thinking and problem-solving techniques
  • Techniques for interpreting and designing basic psychological research
  • Ethical standards to evaluate psychological science and practice
  • Values that impact social change from local to global levels

Career

Understanding human behavior equips you with problem-solving and critical-thinking skills needed in business, government agencies, and schools.

A bachelor’s degree in applied psychology can serve as a foundation to prepare you for graduate study in counseling, clinical or school psychology, and business or law school.

Human Resources Specialist: $62,290 per year*

Training and Development Specialist: $61,570 per year*

Behavioral Health Counselor: $48,520 per year*

M.A Marriage and Family Therapy

Hybrid

If you are passionate about the power of relationships, our COAMFTE-accredited marriage and family therapy program can help you achieve your career goals. Learn the skills that allow you to pursue a career as a mental health professional focusing on psychotherapy and family services. This program is designed for working adults and can be completed in as little as 28 months.

Requirements

  • A human services or related undergraduate degree from an accredited institution.

Career Opportunities

  • Marriage & Family Therapist
  • Group counseling
  • Private practice
  • Non-profit organizations
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Program Highlights

  • Our courses are taught by practicing professionals who are experts in their respective fields, ensuring that you receive firsthand knowledge and insights from those actively engaged in the profession.
  • Gain valuable hands-on experience through our program, with an opportunity to complete 300 hours of clinical work. This practical training will enhance your skills and prepare you for the demands of your future career

Outcome

  • Cultural diversity-centered assessments and intervention for clinical practice
  • Various systemic/relational theories and models of LMFT practice
  • Systemic perspectives for the treatment of mental health issues
  • Interventions to promote well-being in clients
  • Ethical framework for clinical practice
  • Strong elements of reflection and personal growth

Careers

The demand for marriage and family therapists is accelerating at a rapid rate, growing 16 percent between 2020 to 2030.1 LMFTs work in private practice, day treatment, outpatient, nonprofit, schools, prisons, hospitals, medical clinics, and religious systems with children, teens, and adults, individuals, couples, families, and groups. Start your career as an LMFT today.

Marriage and Family Therapist: $65,146 per year in Minnesota

Counseling & Psychological Services

Master of Arts in Counseling and Psychological ServicesOnline

Taught by practicing psychologists, clinicians and scholars, this master’s level course helps you develop the dynamic skill set necessary for understanding and working with the complexities of human behavior and interaction. Using a practitioner-scholar model, the program focuses on the practical application of psychological theory and research with the goal of developing ethical and compassionate mental health professionals. In addition, when you enroll in the M.A. in Counseling and Psychological Services program, you can apply to the Doctor of Psychology (Psy.D.) in Counseling Psychology program as an early entry student.

Requirements

  • An undergraduate degree from an accredited institution

Career Opportunities

  • Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
  • Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC)
  • Various roles in mental health and human service
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What You’ll Learn
Careers

Program Highlights

  • Choose from a diverse range of elective courses that align with your career interests. Explore specific populations, counseling approaches/techniques, and delve into health psychology topics to deepen your knowledge and skills in your desired specialization.
  • Gain hands-on experience and provide counseling and psychological services to the community during a comprehensive 700-hour practicum. Under the guidance of a licensed mental health professional, you’ll develop practical skills and make a positive impact in real-life settings.
  • Simultaneously pursue your master’s and doctorate degrees, saving valuable time and resources. As an early entry student, you can seamlessly transition from your master’s program to our esteemed Doctorate of Psychology (Psy.D.) in Counseling Psychology, propelling your education and career forward.

What You’ll Learn

  • Counsel clients of diverse backgrounds with social justice, cross-cultural competency, and multicultural communities
  • Provide mental health diagnosis and treatment interventions based on current theories, clinical reasoning, and empirical support
  • Apply the fundamentals of research in counseling psychology to practice
  • Uphold ethical standards in the provision of mental health services incorporating the rules and regulations of the profession, critical thinking skills, and compassion.
  • Apply knowledge and skills in counseling and psychology to facilitate compassionate client centered services.
  • Utilize knowledge of psychological assessment tools and data to determine client symptoms, attributes, and strengths.

Careers

Pursue a career providing counseling and psychological services in outpatient clinics, private practices, hospitals, social service agencies, or addiction treatment centers. Plus, you’ll be ready to pursue Saint Mary’s Doctorate of Psychology (Psy.D.) in Counseling Psychology program.

Substance Abuse/Behavioral Disorder/Mental Health Counselor: $52,850 per year*

Licensed Professional Counselor: $57,777 per year*

Counselors (all other): $42,320 per year

Psy. D. Counseling Psychology

Minneapolis Campus

After earning your master’s degree in a mental health-related field, you can apply to our APA-accredited Psy.D. program. In as little as five years, you’ll gain the competencies in assessment, intervention, clinical supervision, consultation, administration, and research needed to be a licensed psychologist while also exploring the legal, ethical, and social issues relevant in the field today.

Requirements

  • A master’s degree in a mental health related area from an accredited institution

Career Opportunities

  • Licensed Psychologist
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Program Highlights
What You’ll Learn
Careers
  • Gain an early entry advantage into the Saint Mary’s M.A. in Counseling and Psychological Services
  • Customize your degree plan with a minimum of 10 elective credits in Diverse Populations, Diverse Settings, and Advanced Practice & Research. This flexibility allows you to individualize your education and align it with your specific interests and career goals.
  • Benefit from the guidance and mentorship of our dedicated team of Ph.D. and Psy.D. core faculty. With their extensive experience and expertise, they will closely advise and support you throughout your academic journey, ensuring you receive a well-rounded and comprehensive education.
  • Gain invaluable practical training through an intensive, full-time internship experience. This real-world exposure will serve as a strong foundation for your post-doctoral work.
  • Independent practice of psychology with a diverse range of clients
  • Assessment, evaluation, and diagnosis
  • Interventions from a variety of theoretical approaches
  • Professional consultation/program development
  • Assessment of outcomes
  • Facilitate personal and interpersonal functioning across the lifespan
  • Supervision of those providing psychological services
Upon completion of this program and successful attainment of licensure, pursue a career as a licensed psychologist in clinical practice. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median annual salary for a psychologist is $81,040.2 A licensed psychologist may also pursue work as a clinical supervisor, independent consultant, adjunct instructor, administrator, or program evaluator.

Licensed Psychologist: $81,040 per year*

Clinical Supervisor: $79,510 per year*

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