Master of Science (MS) in Human Services - Marital, Couple, and Family Counseling Online Degree Information

	Master of Science (MS) in Human Services - Marital, Couple, and Family Counseling
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Degree Title:	Master of Science (MS) in Human Services - Marital, Couple, and Family Counseling
College:	Capella University
Description:	Capella University is the first and only online university to receive accreditation for two Master's degree specializations in counseling from the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP). The Marital, Couple, and Family Counseling/ Therapy specialization was accredited in 2005. CACREP, formed in 1981 to be the independent accrediting arm for the American Counseling Association, has accredited the specialization through 2011, the longest accreditation term granted by CACREP. This specialization teaches learners to apply systems-based counseling theories and research methods in a practice that focuses on relationship building with families and couples. *This accredited counseling education program requires course work, field training, and two 6-day residencies. Residency Requirements: Two 6-day, face-to-face residencies.

Accreditation:	Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools; Accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs. (?)
Delivery Format:	Online (?)
Educational Level:	Master (?)
Language:	English
Requirements:	Applicants must have: Bachelor's degree (or foreign equivalent) from regionally accredited or internationally recognized institution, undergrad GPA of at least 2.7 (on 4.0 scale) or equivalent from an international institution, professional experience.
On Campus Requirement:	240 contact hours (2 - two week residency).

Facts & Figures

Institutional Accrediting Agency: (?)
Capella University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools (NCA), 30 N. LaSalle Street, Suite 2400, Chicago, IL 60602-2504, (312) 263-0456.

Address:
225 South 6th Street, 9th Floor
Minneapolis, MN 55402
US

Institution Type: (?)
Private, for-profit, Higher Education

Total Online Enrollment:
19000 students as of 8/1/2007

Calendar Type:
Continuous enrollment.

Average Cost per Credit:
Tuition varies by school and degree program. To receive detailed information on Capella's tuition rates, request a free University Guide.

Credit-earning Options:
You can petition to earn college credit for previous work and learning experiences, including IT certifications, business certificates, work experience/training, DANTES and CLEP examinations.

Delivery Format: (?)
Courses are accessible anytime day or night, from any Internet connection. Students usually need to log in 2-5 times per week to download assignments, read and contribute to class discussions, review faculty feedback, and more.

Carnegie Classification: (?)
Specialized Institution—Other

Technical Requirements:
PC with Windows 98/ME, 1GHz processor; 256 MB RAM; minimum requirement of MS Internet Explorer 6.0, Netscape 6.2; at least 56K modem; e-mail address; word processor; sound card; speakers; video card; monitor display capable of at least 800x600 resolution.

Geographic Restrictions:
International applicants must have attended an internationally recognized institution. Applicants for whom English is not a first language must provide evidence of English proficiency.

On-Campus Requirement:
All doctoral programs, clinically-focused master's programs, and some postmaster's programs require learners to attend academic residencies, either colloquia or the year-in-residence, offered in various locations.

Scholarships Offered:
Capella University has three scholarship options available, including internal scholarships, external scholarships, and free scholarship search engines that are available to learners.

Loans Offered:
Capella participates in Federal financial aid programs including the Federal Pell Grant Program and Federal Stafford Loan Program. Capella is also eligible to certify Veterans Educational Benefits and can provide info on other non-federal loan programs.