Our minor in Pre-Counseling and Therapy is ideal for those students wishing to pursue a career and/or further education in marriage and family therapy or counseling. Classes within the minor, consisting of 21 credits, help to provide a basic understanding of this specific field within psychology.
Pre-Counseling and Therapy Minor
21 credits
(credit hours shown in parentheses)
One of the following:
- Foundations of Marriage and Family (3)
- Introduction to Psychology* (3)
Each of the following:
- Dynamics of Family interaction (3)
- Abnormal Psychology** (3)
- Counseling Theories (3)
- Counseling Techniques (3)
Two of the following:
- Death, Grief, and Caring (3)
- Parenting (3)
- Human Sexuality (3)
- Marital Relationships (3)
- Marriage and Family therapy (3)
- Family Service Practicum (3)
- Lifespan Development (3)
- Group Dynamics (3)
- Personality (3)
- Drug and Alcohol Addiction (3)
- Play and Development (3)
- Psychology Practicum (1-3)
*Also meets general education requirements
**Courses may require prerequisite(s), which may increase the total credits required for the minor
For a printable version of the curriculum requirements, check out our online Course Catalog.
How to Apply
To apply for admission to Messiah University, simply call and request an application at 1-800-233-4220 or apply online! Open House dates and major-specific events are scheduled throughout the year. Students may arrange for a variety of visit options to suit their interests and schedule.
Questions?
Contact Dr. John Bechtold;Department Chair
(717) 796-1800, ext. 7023