Program Overview
The M.Ed. in Counseling and Development with a Specialization in Marriage, Couple and Family Counseling is designed to prepare you for the evolving method of evidence-based counseling practice.
$16,500*
Total Program Cost
As few as 30 months
Program Duration
60
Credit Hours
$16,500*
Total Program Cost
As few as 30 months
Program Duration
60
Credit Hours
Lamar University's College of Education and Human Development is accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE).
In this program, you will gain an understanding of the cross-cultural competencies and skills required to understanding family structures, life-cycle dynamics, intergenerational influences and healthy family functioning. You will also study legal issues, ethical principles, professional standards of conduct, and the guiding principles of mental health in the area of counseling.
This M.Ed. is taught by the same award winning faculty who teach on campus and will prepare you for certification. This online program also meets the educational coursework for the Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in Texas and includes one residency†, one 15-week practicum and one 15-week internship.
Tuition
Lamar University is committed to providing students with a quality, affordable education.
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Total program cost depends upon transfer hours and program advisement relevant to program requirements. For more information, contact a Lamar University enrollment specialist contact a Lamar University enrollment specialist.
Financial Aid
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Calendar
Lamar University's online Master of Education in Counseling and Development with a Specialization in Marriage, Couple and Family Counseling online offers multiple opportunities per year to enter your program. So once you're ready to start, you won't have wait long!
Upcoming Start Dates:
| 5-Week Courses | Program Start Date | Application Deadline | Payment Due | Last Class Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring I 2019 | 1/22/2019 | 12/20/2018 | 1/17/2019 | 2/25/2019 |
| Spring II 2019 | 3/4/2019 | 2/4/2019 | 2/28/2019 | 4/8/2019 |
| Spring III 2019 | 4/15/2019 | 3/14/2019 | 4/11/2019 | 5/20/2019 |
| Summer I 2019 | 6/3/2019 | 5/2/2019 | 5/30/2019 | 7/8/2019 |
| Summer II 2019 | 7/15/2019 | 6/13/2019 | 7/11/2019 | 8/16/2019 |
| Fall I 2019 | 8/26/2019 | 7/25/2019 | 8/22/2019 | 9/30/2019 |
| Fall II 2019 | 10/7/2019 | 9/5/2019 | 10/3/2019 | 11/11/2019 |
| Fall III 2019 | 11/18/2019 | 10/17/2019 | 11/14/2019 | 12/20/2019 |
Admissions
Lamar University's online programs have specific requirements that applicants must meet to enroll. Please review the admission guidelines carefully. For specific questions or more details, view our admission FAQs.
Online Application
Submit your application and one-time $25 application fee online.
Minimum 2.5 Undergraduate GPA
Applicants with a GPA below 2.5 in the institutional bachelor's will not be admitted.
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University Admission Requirements
- Online Application & Fee: University requirements will be assessed by the online application through ApplyTexas.org. There is a one-time application fee of $25.
- Transcripts: Official transcripts from all colleges/universities attended*
- U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident
Waivers of any experience or certification requirements will be initiated by Lamar University Admissions staff as necessary in instances where they may not apply, such as applications from states that do not require certification for licensure.
Department of Counseling and Special Populations Admission Requirements
In addition to University admission requirements, the Department of Counseling and Special Populations requires the following for admission to the department program:
- Application: Complete and submit the departmental application—will be sent by email after completing the ApplyTexas application.
- Professional reference
Out of state students should check with their state department of education to determine if there are specific state requirements needed.
Send all required documents to:
Lamar University Online AdmissionsPO Box 10017
Beaumont, TX 77710
*All applicants must submit official, sealed transcripts from each institution attended to the Admissions Office. All degrees must be from a regionally accredited institution.
We reserve the right to review individual applicant qualifications for admission. Final determinations for admission are based upon a number of criteria. We reserve the right to refuse student entrance or terminate a student after admission to a program if, in the judgment of the faculty, the student demonstrates unacceptable professional fitness to practice in their particular field of study with children, youth, and/or adults.
For students considering an academic program that leads to professional licensure in a state outside of Texas, such as Clinical Mental Health Counseling, School Counseling, Educational Diagnostician, Principal Certificate or Superintendent Certificate, please contact applicable licensure board(s) in any state you may want to pursue licensure prior to beginning the academic program in order to determine whether the program meets licensure requirements. It is the student’s responsibility to confirm program eligibility for licensure in any state outside of Texas.
Courses
Courses in the M.Ed. in Counseling and Development with a Specialization in Marriage, Couple and Family Counseling online are designed to meet the educational requirements set forth by the state of Texas for counseling programs in Texas. Out-of-state students must check with their respective state requirements for certification and/or licensure.
CNDV 5301: Human Growth and Development
Duration: 5 weeks | Credit Hours: 3
A study of normal human development and the stages of physical, intellectual, social and emotional growth from prenatal origins through old age.
CNDV 5304: Foundations of Professional Counseling
Duration: 5 weeks | Credit Hours: 3
This course focuses on the foundations of professional counseling. The course includes an exploration of the history, philosophy, trends, and practice of counseling; the roles and functions of the counseling profession to include the ethics, laws, and guiding principles for mental health counselors, marriage, couple and family counselors, and school counselors across practice settings; methods and models of clinical supervision; professional organizations, preparation standards, and credentials; and other related professional issues.
CNDV 5310: Counseling Skills
Duration: 5 weeks | Credit Hours: 3
An introduction of facilitation skills and theory. In depth analysis and demonstration of various facilitation techniques for use with counseling clients.
CNDV 5311: Individual Counseling Theories & Techniques
Duration: 5 weeks | Credit Hours: 3
Theories of individual counseling with an emphasis on techniques and applications. Level 1 course required prior to CNDV 5310 & 5312.
CNDV 5312: Group Counseling Theories & Techniques
Duration: 5 weeks | Credit Hours: 3
An analysis of group counseling theories, processes and techniques; pre-practicum course.
CNDV 5320: Multicultural Counseling
Duration: 5 weeks | Credit Hours: 3
Studies in human diversity and cultural issues. Identifies the implications for counseling and learning and strategies for cross cultural effectiveness in various settings.
CNDV 5322: Professionalism, Ethics and the Law
Duration: 5 weeks | Credit Hours: 3
An overview of the profession with an emphasis on legal issues, ethical principles and professional standards of conduct in the area of counseling.
CNDV 5323: Career Development
Duration: 5 weeks | Credit Hours: 3
A focus on theories of vocational choice, vocational assessment, sources of occupational and educational information and the career decision process. Prerequisites: CNDV 5301 or permission of instructor.
CNDV 5324: Substance Abuse Counseling
Duration: 5 weeks | Credit Hours: 3
A focus on theories of vocational choice, vocational assessment, sources of occupational and educational information and the career decision process. Prerequisites: CNDV 5301 or permission of instructor.
CNDV 5325: Advanced Ethics in Mental Health Counseling
Duration: 5 weeks | Credit Hours: 3
This course focuses application of ethical and legal considerations in professional counseling and human service settings. Emphasis is placed on national and current state board rules, records management, strategies for personal and professional self-evolution, implications for practice, and client and professional advocacy.
CNDV 5327: Psychopathology and Basic Psychopharmocology
Duration: 5 weeks | Credit Hours: 3
This course prepares mental health professionals in the basic diagnostic systems, research and explanations of psychopathology and basic working knowledge for integrating psychopharmacology for effective coordinating of services in an integrated health mode.
CNDV 5329: Assessment and Treatment in MCFC
Duration: 5 weeks | Credit Hours: 3
This course builds upon the introductory course Marriage, Couple and Family Counseling (CDNV 5381), with a focus on the assessment, skills, and intervention aspects of therapy with couples and families. This course focuses on practical applications with a diverse client population, self-awareness and the influences of the counselor on the therapeutic system, and the use of specific treatment skills and interventions in marriage, couple and family work.
CNDV 5333: Human Sexuality and Counseling Applications
Duration: 5 weeks | Credit Hours: 3
A basic course in understanding how human beings form interpersonal relationships, sexuality development, including evaluation and treatment of sexual disorders. This course explores the relationship between mental health and human sexuality, and the role of mental health professionals in sex counseling. Students examine the role of personal values, attitudes, and beliefs about sexuality and sexual behavior for increased self- awareness when working with sexuality related issues.
CNDV 5334: Measurement and Assessment
Duration: 5 weeks | Credit Hours: 3
Provides an understanding of individual and group approaches to assessment and evaluation to include basic statistical concepts; standardized and nonstandardized testing; strategies for selecting, administering and interpreting assessment; and evaluation instruments in educational and counseling settings.
CNDV 5350: Abnormal Human Behavior
Duration: 5 weeks | Credit Hours: 3
A study of various symptom categories in psychopathology. The course will include an analysis of the diagnostic categories as well as the research concerning etiology and treatment. Prerequisites: Approval of instructor or 12 semester hours of CNDV coursework.
CNDV 5353: Research and Program Evaluation
Duration: 5 weeks | Credit Hours: 3
This course introduces students to counseling research and provides them with a foundation in the design of qualitative, quantitative, and mixed-method approaches to research and program evaluation in counseling. An emphasis is placed on evaluating research and applying research outcomes to practice. Students are exposed to legal and ethical issues associated with human subjects' protection.
CNDV 5380: Seminar Counseling & Development
Duration: 5 weeks | Credit Hours: 3
Designed to advance the professional competence of participants. For each seminar, a description of the particular area of study will be indicated. May be repeated for credit when nature of seminar differs sufficiently from one previously taken. Prerequisites: CNDV 5311 or approval of instructor.
CNDV 5381: Marriage, Couple and Family Counseling
Duration: 5 weeks | Credit Hours: 3
An intensive exploration of the dynamics of interpersonal relationships, including family and social issues. A critical analysis of various techniques and approaches will be established. Development of personal counseling skills will be of major concern. Prerequisites: CNDV 5322, CNDV 5311.
CNDV 5390: School Counseling Practicum
Duration: 15 weeks | Credit Hours: 3
A field-based course with supervised observation and practice of guidance and counseling in a school setting during the school day. Prerequisite: Must be within 6 semester hours (excluding practicum) of completing program requirements before beginning internship. A maximum of one additional course may be taken any semester in which a student is enrolled in a practicum.
CNDV 5394: Internship I (15-weeks)
Duration: 5 weeks | Credit Hours: 3
A field-based course of supervised observation and practice of guidance and counseling in an agency setting. Prerequisite: CNDV 5310, 5311, 5312 and within 6 semester hours (excluding practicum) of completing program requirements before beginning internship. A maximum of one additional course may be taken any semester in which a student is enrolled in a practicum.
*Price includes distance learning fee.
†The Residency courses require additional fees that are not covered in tuition. Please visit the following link for more information: Residency
