Applied Psychology

About

Prepare for a career as a Canadian Certified Counsellor or Registered Psychologist in the Master of Counselling program.

In this program you will:

be part of a diverse, distributed learning community,
receive a quality education through a blend of online courses and face-to-face components (summer institutes and practicum seminars),
experience supervised practice in counselling psychology settings,
benefit from a personal and supportive learning environment,
study with experienced faculty and practicing counsellors.

The 12-course Master of Counselling program is completed over three years in a blended delivery format. Summer term includes an online portion, as well as a two-week face-to-face component in July. Fall and spring courses are offered online. On-campus accommodation is available.

While the program is designed to accommodate working professionals, students are encouraged to limit other obligations during the time frame of the program. Many students reduce or adjust their hours of work while engaged in their practica.

International Students: More than 50% of the courses in this program follow an online delivery format. Please be advised that due to the blended nature of this program, graduates will not be eligible to apply for a post-graduation work permit after completing this program.

Disciplines

Faculty of Health Sciences

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Bachelor’s degree requiring at least four years of study with a minimum average of 80% or Very Good

English Requirements

PTEMin 63
IELTSMin 6.5
TOEFLMin 86

Fee Information

Application Fee 140

How to Apply

Before you apply

familiarize yourself with and meet the specific admission requirements and application procedures of your prospective program
be aware of the applicable fees associated with your prospective program
have the required supporting documents ready to upload and submit with your application
know the relevant application deadline
read the Privacy and Security notice below

Do you have questions about your application?

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