Counseling And Applied Psychological Science, Bs in Arizona State University (ASU), USA

Counseling And Applied Psychological Science, Bs in Arizona State University (ASU)

Counseling and applied psychological science is a specialty in promoting psychological well-being. Counselors and applied psychologists provide the tools and resources necessary for individuals, families and organizations to cope with everyday problems.

The BS program in counseling and applied psychological science provides foundational training in counseling theories, addictions, trauma, lifespan development, group counseling and professional ethics. A unique aspect of the program is its attention to cultural diversity, which focuses on age, gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion and socioeconomic status.

Career Opportunities

Graduates with a degree in counseling and applied psychological are prepared for careers in various settings:

• community centers
• government (sales and marketing, human resources management)
• mental health professions (youth counselor, substance abuse counselor, behavioral health technician)
• social services (high school psychology teacher, occupational analyst)
• schools and colleges (school psychologists, educators, professors)
• substance abuse treatment clinics

Graduates may qualify for employment in behavioral health care delivery settings such as community agencies, hospitals and rehabilitation centers to support counselors and other mental health professionals. Graduates are prepared for a variety of careers, such as vocational rehabilitation assistants, human service workers and life-skills instructors. Graduates are not license-eligible as professional counselors but are well prepared for entering graduate degree programs in counseling and related fields.

Advanced degrees or certifications may be required for academic or clinical positions.

The degree also provides an excellent foundation for graduate study in disciplines such as counselor education, counseling psychology, clinical psychology, social work and family studies.

The Bureau of Labor Statistics shows the job outlook (2019 to 2029) for substance abuse, behavioral disorder and mental health counselors is 25%, which is "much faster than average."

Career examples include but are not limited to those shown in the following list. Advanced degrees or certifications may be required for academic or clinical positions.

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