Master of Arts in Counseling

City University of Seattle in Canada (Edmonton)

City University of Seattle’s Masters of Art in Counseling (MAC) has consistently examined social justice issues as they relate to the overall mental well-being of people from all backgrounds. Race, poverty, social injustices, gender issues, sexuality, immigration status, and differences in morality and belief systems all of these factors are taken into consideration in all course work and are of a particular focus in our training courses. It is the belief of the MAC that social justice issues must be addressed if one is to address the overall well-being of individuals, families, and communities. We provide opportunities for our students to be involved in these social justice issues.

Coupled with the above, using a practitioner-scholar model, the MAC program trains well-rounded clinical mental health counselors (CMHC), professional school counselors (PSC), and marriage, couple, & family counselors (MCFC) for the realities of day-to-day practice within a diverse world.

The MAC program emphasizes practical application of theory, development of case conceptualization skills, ethical awareness, appreciation of diversity, and self-awareness. You will be introduced to a broad range of clinical issues through a breadth of coursework delivered by practitioner faculty. Supported clinical experiences focus on the delivery of clinical services and assist students to develop a coherent theoretical and ethical framework for practice.

City University of Seattle's MAC program emphasizes practical application of theory, development of case conceptualization skills, ethical awareness, appreciation of diversity, and self-awareness. You will be introduced to a broad range of clinical issues through a breadth of coursework delivered by practitioner faculty. Supported clinical experiences focus on the delivery of clinical services and assist students to develop a coherent theoretical and ethical framework for practice.

Career Opportunities

You’ll be qualified and trained to work in a variety of mental health settings, including:

Nonprofit counseling agencies
Private counseling practices
Managed care organizations
Correctional institutions
Residential care facilities
Hospitals

All three emphases in this master of arts in counseling degree program include core knowledge courses in the 8 core CACREP curriculum areas as well as their respective specialty CACREP curriculum. Courses cover a broad range of issues to prepare you for real client work, which may include:

Counseling and assessments
Trauma and violence counseling
Psychopathology
Group counseling
Family counseling
Couples counseling
Counseling children and adolescents
Counseling older adults

Networking Opportunities

At CityU, you’ll have the opportunity to expand your professional network by connecting with faculty working in your field, students from around the globe, and alumni employed at Seattle’s top companies. Plus, you’ll be part of a supportive community that’s dedicated to helping you reach your career goals.

Specialty Areas

Clinical Mental Health Counseling: Applies counseling theory to client presenting problems and diagnoses, including co-occurring disorders, with appropriate theoretical-based treatment planning and interventions for projected outcomes.

Digitally Delivered Master of Arts in Counseling - Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Marriage, Couple, and Family Counseling: Applies family systems theory to client(s) presenting problems and diagnoses.
Professional School Counseling: Demonstrates understanding and application of collaborative work with school and community resources to implement a K-12 comprehensive counselin