MSc in Counseling - Vocational Rehabilitation Counseling in Memphis United States | University of Memphis

The program aims to: (1) grasp foundational concepts and theories in counseling; (2) develop skills to gather, assess, and interpret individual/group data while formulating and testing behavioral hypotheses; (3) demonstrate counseling proficiency in both one-on-one and group environments; (4) design, execute, and assess suitable counseling initiatives; (5) exhibit ethical conduct while understanding its legal ramifications; and (6) cultivate cultural awareness, including the capacity to (a) evaluate biases about diverse clients and (b) recognize societal influences affecting them.
The Counseling Master's programs equip future professionals with core knowledge in social-behavioral sciences (covering development, cognition, personality, and diversity research), counseling techniques (individual/group therapy and assessment), research methods, and professional standards. The Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Clinical Rehabilitation Counseling, and School Counseling specializations hold CACREP accreditation.

Program goals include: (1) understanding counseling's theoretical foundations; (2) collecting, analyzing, and interpreting behavioral data to test hypotheses; (3) providing effective individual counseling; (4) creating, implementing, and assessing counseling strategies; (5) demonstrating ethical practice with legal awareness; and (6) developing cultural competence, including (a) examining perceptions about diverse clients and (b) understanding societal impacts on these populations.