Overview

Before earning the degree, learners must conduct psychological research to develop and test new ideas and theories. This research ensures that they will be expert practitioners who are fully capable of supporting counseling students and clinical counselors.

On the path to supporting other counselors, doctoral learners will improve their own practice and impact the health outcomes of the clients they work with. This learning happens as a result of coursework and research, residency, internship and practicum requirements. The combination of theoretical and hands-on work transitions counselor education PhD students into the next stages of their careers.

Career Prospects

Graduates from the Doctor of Philosophy Counselor Education and Supervision program at Grand Canyon University have many opportunities to see growth and change in their careers. They may choose to stay in their current practice and apply the research and learning to improve the lives of their clients, or choose to advance in a new career, such as:

Faculty member

Advanced clinician

Director of school guidance

Director of counseling agencies

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Advanced Graduate Studies and Scholarship

Ethics, Laws, and Multicultural Issues

Pedagogy of Counselor Education and Models of Supervision

Theories of Inquiry

Leadership and Social Justice

Special Topics in Counseling Education and Supervision

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

You can apply for and start this programme anytime.

Language

English

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Credits

65 SCH

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Phoenix, United States

Disciplines

School Counselling View 9 other PhDs in School Counselling in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

3.4

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Other requirements

General requirements

GCU proudly welcomes doctoral applicants wanting to pursue higher levels of achievement in learning and research. You may be accepted by meeting one of the criteria below:

Earned a doctoral degree from a regionally accredited institution with an overall GPA of 3.4 or higher. Applicants with a GPA less than 3.4 may be accepted with specifications.

Earned a master's from a regionally accredited institution with an overall GPA of 3.4 or higher. Applicants with a GPA of 3.0 - 3.39 will be accepted with specifications. Applicants with a GPA below a 3.0 will not be accepted.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

12187 USD / year

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Out-of-State

12187 USD / year

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In-State

12187 USD / year

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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