Ph.D. in Human Services - Counseling Online Degree Information

	Ph.D. in Human Services - Counseling
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Degree Title:	Ph.D. in Human Services - Counseling
College:	Walden University
Description:	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.

Accreditation:	North Central Association (NCA) (?)
Delivery Format:	Online (?)
Educational Level:	Doctorate (?)
Language:	English
Requirements:	Master’s degree from a regionally accredited or CHEA recognized institution, minimum 3.0 GPA in master’s course work, 3 years of professional experience related to the program, access to a computer and the Internet.

Facts & Figures

Institutional Accrediting Agency: (?)
North Central Association of Schools and Colleges

Address:
650 South Exeter Street
Baltimore, MD 21202
US

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

Calendar Type:
Walden offers frequent start dates. Check with an Enrollment Advisor for details.

Credit-earning Options:
Transfer of credit varies by applicant.

Delivery Format: (?)
Online course structure with residency requirements for Ph.D. programs.

Carnegie Classification: (?)
Doctoral/Research University—Intensive

Technical Requirements:
Applicants to master's programs should possess minimum online and Internet capability, and KAM-based students should have a working knowledge and understanding of computers, but computer literacy is not essential.

Geographic Restrictions:
Walden best serves the needs of those students living within the United States or Canada.

On-Campus Requirement:
Doctoral programs require 20 units of academic residency, and some master's programs have specific courses and specializations with residency requirements.

Loans Offered:
Walden offers Federal Financial Aid and Student loans. A full-service financial aid office offers assistance to students who need help funding their educational expenses.