Choosing a career in service to others is a noble aspiration. When you pursue a counseling degree, you are dedicating yourself to be a bridge that helps others create lives with enduring transformation. If you are passionate about walking with others to successfully navigate life’s trials and hardships, GCU offers counseling degree programs to help start you on your service journey.
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GCU offers a variety of undergraduate and graduate programs, both on campus and online. Our dedicated faculty and staff support you every step of the way to help you reach your goals.
As a Christian university, GCU welcomes students from all backgrounds and denominations. Our mission is to help every student achieve their fullest potential and earn a degree. Because of that mission, our dedication and our rich history, we firmly believe that GCU is the only Christian university of its kind.
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GCU's degree in clinical mental health is a licensure track program ideal for students seeking ways to promote mental well-being with a professional degree as a counselor or therapist. With four emphases to choose from, you have the ability to develop expertise in your preferred area of study. Upon completing the program, graduates are equipped to help people from diverse backgrounds find mental health and emotional healing.
Mental health and wellness are crucial for overall quality of life. However, people often need assistance to improve their mental and emotional resiliency. If you feel called to help others in this way, you can earn your MS in Mental Health and Wellness at GCU. You’ll learn the skills necessary to support others as they journey toward emotional and behavioral wellness.
An online addiction counseling degree can prepare you to counsel those with substance use and addiction disorders. The courses are focused on counseling theory, ethical practice, assessment and group counseling skill development. Or, choose the master's in Christian Counseling of Substance Use and Addictive Disorders to gain a strong Biblical foundation while also learning how to help treat individuals with substance use and addiction problems.
GCU offers specialized post-master's and graduate certificate programs in counseling, designed for professionals seeking to deepen or expand their expertise. These advanced programs can provide targeted training in areas such as trauma, addiction and Christian ministry. With a focus on practical application and evidence-based practices, GCU's graduate certificates empower counselors to address complex mental health issues with confidence and compassion.
The Master of Education (MEd) in School Counseling degree program at Grand Canyon University offers individuals with a bachelor’s degree the opportunity to seek certification and pursue a career as a school counselor. This master’s degree leads to initial licensure and can serve as your next step in two impactful fields—education and counseling.