Advanced Counseling Certificate
November 17, 2014 2025-04-21 8:39Advanced Counseling Certificate
Elevate Your Counseling Expertise
Advanced Counseling Certificate
Specialized training for professional counselors.
Advanced Counseling Certificate
The University of Lynchburg’s Advanced Counseling Certificate program provides students an opportunity to complete advanced graduate work leading to potential eligibility for status as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). Courses can be selected in order to meet individual professional development goals. The faculty advisor will work with students to design an appropriate course sequence.
This program is designed to meet the needs of:
- Individuals seeking to become licensed as professional counselors.
Upon completion of this certificate program, students will be able to:
- Develop a specialization in the field of counseling that will be readily applicable to agency and private practice settings.
- Enhance understanding of the multifaceted challenges counselors face when working in therapy with individuals and families.
Instruction Method:
- On Campus
Prerequisite:
- Prior completion of a master’s degree in community counseling, school counseling, or related area.
Curriculum and Resources
2024-25 Academic Year Information
Prospective students should consult graduate catalog for a comprehensive list of courses available, after which determination will be made which 12 credits (taken post-master’s) best complement an individual’s prior training and professional goals.
Course options include:
- COUN 640 — Abnormal Behavior (3)
- COUN 645 — Substance Use Counseling and Diagnosis and Treatment of Addictive Disorders (3)
- COUN 661 — Sexuality in Counseling (3)
- COUN 662 — LGBT Considerations in Counseling (3)
- COUN 669 — Special Topics in Counseling (3)
- COUN 683 — Dynamics of Play Therapy (3)
- COUN 695 — Independent Study (3)
Total Hours Required: 12
Advanced Counseling Certificate Faculty
Sara W. Bailey, PhD, LCMHCA (NC), NCC
Heather Summers PhD
Sarah Dixon, PhD
Sara W. Bailey, PhD, LCMHCA (NC), NCC
Heather Summers PhD
Sarah Dixon, PhD
Graduate Tuition
Below is an overview of the cost of the program:
Advanced Counseling Certificate
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Credit Hours: 12
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Estimated Cost of Completion: $6,840