nelson678 Posted March 19, 2012 Share Posted March 19, 2012 Hey everyone, which do you think is a better master's counseling program? I've been accepted to Loyola University Chicago's M.Ed community counseling program and Boston College's MA counseling program. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cafeaulaitgirl Posted March 19, 2012 Share Posted March 19, 2012 What is your ultimate job goal? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nelson678 Posted March 20, 2012 Author Share Posted March 20, 2012 To practice as a licensed counselor for a few years then go for my PhD and become a psychologist. Both programs are huge advocates for social justice, which is why I applied. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cafeaulaitgirl Posted March 20, 2012 Share Posted March 20, 2012 (edited) One question: If you want to do a PhD in Psychology, why not do your masters in psychology? Both programs look pretty even across the board. I think what you should do is look at both and see what each program is offering in way of classes, funding and fit. Do you have a point person at either school that you can talk to? Does each program allow you to be licensed in their respective state? Not all counseling programs allow you to become licensed without additional classes beyond graduation. Hope that helps! Edited March 20, 2012 by cafeaulaitgirl Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nelson678 Posted March 22, 2012 Author Share Posted March 22, 2012 Actually that did help alot! And the only reason I don't want to get a master's in psychology first then go for my PhD in psych is because I want to be able to practice after my master's and not have to count on getting accepted into a PhD program. Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cafeaulaitgirl Posted March 22, 2012 Share Posted March 22, 2012 Great! If you need more help send me a message. I have been a practicing counselor for the last 4 years. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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