Master of Science in Community Psychology

Community Psychology emphasizes health and community involvement in prevention, intervention and treatment of mental health issues. Students learn to use a complex network of resources in addressing psychological needs.

The Master of Science in Community Psychology offers two tracks:

Licensed Professional Counselor:
You will gain methodological proficiency as defined by state standards that will aid you in your work with clients to address complex mental health needs of each individual. Your coursework focuses on the needs of the individual as they move through a rich contextual background presented by their community, understanding how that individual can best thrive in his or her community. This combination of skilled counselor with contextual knowledge and application skills provides a deeper understanding as a practitioner and professional in the field. You will have a clearer understanding of how individuals are shaped by the community at-large. Once finished with this program, you will have completed all of the academic preparation toward licensure. 

(The program is approved by the Wisconsin Department of Regulation and Licensing for the academic preparation for the Licensed Professional counselor.)

Community Research & Consultation:
This track provides much of the same contextual knowledge available in the Licensed Professional Counselor track, while also advancing skills necessary to develop global thinking and address a wide array of community issues. As a graduate of the program, you will be prepared to work within or on behalf of a wide variety of organizations – from government to health care to community organizations – as researchers, behavioral specialists and organizational consultants.