Overview
Psychology undergraduates have the opportunity to accelerate their graduate education by earning up to 12 credits toward the Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology while still completing their undergraduate degree. This option allows motivated students to begin advanced coursework early, reduce overall time to degree completion, and gain early exposure to graduate-level training in counseling psychology.
The Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology offers a comprehensive curriculum that extends beyond required departmental core coursework to include focused study in psychopathology, psychological assessment, counseling and psychotherapy theories, applied clinical practice, and supervised practicum experiences. The program prepares students to provide effective services in a wide range of mental health settings, including community agencies, clinics, and other professional environments. Designed for individuals seeking limited licensure as a psychologist in the State of Michigan, the program meets departmental requirements for certification in psychology education. Graduates are eligible to pursue licensure in Michigan as Limited License Psychologists.
The Accelerated Master's in Counseling Psychology (AGDP) is for current undergraduate students at Western Michigan University with majors from the department of Psychology. Once accepted, students may take up to 12 credit hours of graduate course work and apply it towards both degrees.
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Learn more about the program by attending one of our virtual information sessions. These sessions offer the opportunity to meet with a faculty member—and occasionally a current student—to gain a deeper understanding of the program structure, coursework, and application process. Participants are encouraged to ask questions and engage in conversation about how the program can support their professional goals.
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