At Indiana Wesleyan University, we understand the evolving landscape of counseling professions and the importance of specialized academic preparation to meet these challenges. That's why we offer a Post-Master's Degree Certificate through our Graduate Counseling program, designed for individuals who seek to deepen their expertise in a specific area of study without the need for an additional degree. This counseling certificate is ideal for those who have completed a Master of Arts in Counseling but find that their academic and post-graduate clinical experiences do not align with state licensure or national certification standards.
Why Pursue My Counseling Post-Master’s Certificate at IWU?
Our program is distinguished by its collaborative approach, where faculty members work closely with each student to tailor a program of study that addresses the unique academic requirements for their chosen path. Our expert, Christian faculty teach through the same biblical worldview found on our main campus, so that students can implement these principles in a fulfilling counseling career. We’ll also lock in your tuition rates on your start date, so you never have to worry about tuition increases while you study through IWU.
What Will I Learn in this Counseling Program?
This educational experience ensures that you, as a student, gain the precise knowledge and skills needed to advance in your career. It is incumbent upon students to engage with the relevant licensure or certification boards to identify the specific academic content or coursework needed. This proactive engagement is a critical step in customizing your educational journey to meet the exact standards of your counseling certificate credentials.
What Makes IWU Different?
IWU has provided on-campus education for more than 100 years.
Faith-integrated curriculum and a commitment to changing the world.
Center for Student Success for counseling, tutoring, and more!
If it is determined by a licensure or certification board that only clinical hours (practicum and/or internship) are needed, the student must demonstrate evidence of entry-level proficiency in the delivery of counseling services. This is typically accomplished by presenting a recorded sample of the applicant's direct service to a client and a reference from a qualified (master's level with at least two years of experience) supervisor. This tape and reference will be reviewed by the Graduate Counseling faculty and be considered in the acceptance process.
NOTE: State regulations may prohibit licensure for individuals who have ever been convicted of a crime of violence or of any crime that has a direct bearing on the ability to practice competently. The applicant is responsible to check the licensing requirements with his or her state licensing agency prior to beginning the program.
Indiana Wesleyan University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission (HLC), www.hlcommission.org, 312-263-0456. Other accreditations and associations of Indiana Wesleyan University are available at www.indwes.edu/about/iwu-profile/accreditation.