Online Doctorate Programs in Counseling
Ph.D. in Human Services - Counseling
by Walden University
The Counseling specialization focuses on healthy life adjustment;
biopsychosocial stress; human diversity; and a synthesis of social,
behavioral, and developmental approaches to human growth. Graduates
utilize a learning philosophy which emphasizes developmental theories
and the broad application of these theories to promote positive,
health-oriented growth. Studies emphasize helping others achieve greater
psychological, social, academic, vocational and ethical development.
Walden University seeks serious inquiries from U.S. and Canadian
students seeking to enroll within the next 6 months. International
students should contact Walden directly.
Ph.D. in Psychology - Counseling Psychology (Licensure)
by Walden University
Psychology professionals face increasing challenges in meeting the
complex needs of diverse individuals, groups and organizations. At
Walden, we understand the education needs of today's psychology
professional better than anyone. Our psychology graduate programs have a
history of preparing psychology professionals to fully excel in today's
health care settings, private practices and global industries. Walden
graduates teach at the Ph.D. level and hold academic positions at
schools, colleges and universities. Human resource managers,
consultants, psychologists in private practice-whatever your career
path, Walden's Ph.D. in Professional Psychology program can help you
make a difference in the world. This program is designed to prepare
graduates to qualify to sit for psychology licensing exams and meets the
academic licensure requirements of most state psychology boards. Walden
University licensure specializations in psychology are not accredited by
the American Psychological Association, which is a requirement for
licensure in some states. Because no graduate psychology program can
guarantee licensure upon graduation, we encourage students to consult
the appropriate agency to determine specific requirements.
Doctor of Philosophy in Counseling - Pastoral Counseling
by Liberty University
Liberty University’s Doctor of Philosophy in Counseling program provides
advanced training in the field of professional counseling or pastoral
care and counseling, equipping individuals, like you, for work in either
private or public practice, as well as providing the necessary
qualification to teach at the university level. This degree is comprised
of specialized courses platformed on biblical principles that supply the
values, knowledge, and skills needed for effective work as a
professional counselor, and is well-suited for individuals, with either
a master’s degree in the field of counseling or a seminary degree who
seek to expand their professional standing in the community. This
program is made up of intensives, and also utilizes internships to give
you experience in the academic teaching field, and offers a flexible
practicum to allow you to pursue work in your particular area of
interest. You may choose from two specializations, Professional
(Clinical) Counseling or Pastoral Care and Counseling.
Doctor of Philosophy in Counseling - Professional Counseling
by Liberty University
Liberty University’s Doctor of Philosophy in Counseling program provides
advanced training in the field of professional counseling or pastoral
care and counseling, equipping individuals, like you, for work in either
private or public practice, as well as providing the necessary
qualification to teach at the university level. This degree is comprised
of specialized courses platformed on biblical principles that supply the
values, knowledge, and skills needed for effective work as a
professional counselor, and is well-suited for individuals, with either
a master’s degree in the field of counseling or a seminary degree who
seek to expand their professional standing in the community. This
program is made up of intensives, and also utilizes internships to give
you experience in the academic teaching field, and offers a flexible
practicum to allow you to pursue work in your particular area of
interest. You may choose from two specializations, Professional
(Clinical) Counseling or Pastoral Care and Counseling.
Doctor of Philosophy in Counseling
by Liberty University
Liberty University's Doctor of Philosophy in Counseling program provides
advanced training in the field of professional counseling or marriage
and family therapy, equipping individuals for work in either private or
public practice, as well as providing the necessary qualification to
teach at the university level. This degree is comprised of specialized
courses based on biblical principles that supply the values, knowledge,
and skills needed for effective work as a professional counselor, and is
well-suited for individuals with either a master's degree in counseling
or seminary who seek to extend their professional standing in the
community. This program utilizes internships to give students experience
in the academic teaching field, and offers a flexible practicum to allow
students to pursue work in their particular area of interest. A six
credit hour internship and a six credit hour disertation are required
components of this program. As the world’s largest evangelical
university, Liberty University incorporates core Christian values into
all of their degree offerings in order to provide all students a
thorough academic and spiritually enriching program of study.