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Bachelor's in Psychology — Counseling Psychology Online Counseling Psychology Program at WUV

Bachelor's in Counseling Psychology at WUV

Credit Hours144

Total Courses24

Term Length4 Year Self-Paced

Program Overview Why earn your Bachelor's in Counseling Psychology at WUV?

The Bachelor's in Psychology — Counseling Psychology at westerfirld university of virginia is a comprehensive 4-year program focused on developing the therapeutic skills and psychological knowledge needed to help individuals overcome personal, emotional, and relational challenges. Graduates are prepared for entry-level roles in counseling agencies, community mental health centers, school settings, and family services — or for advancement to a Master's in Counseling or Clinical Psychology.

Skills you'll learn:

  • Counseling psychology theory and therapeutic approaches
  • Counseling with children, families, and groups
  • Introduction to counseling theory and practice
  • Group counseling and group dynamics
  • Family therapy models and school counseling approaches
  • Ethical principles in counseling and human services
Counseling Psychology students at WUV

Courses & Curriculum Counseling psychology courses that prepare you for your career

This 144-credit Bachelor's program includes 10 general education courses, 8 core psychology courses, and 6 specialist counseling psychology courses — 24 courses total.

General Education Courses

Broad foundational knowledge across humanities, sciences, and communication.

B-057Introduction to the Humanities
AAS-085Social and Cultural Geography
B-158English Composition
B-200College Algebra
B-336World Religions
AAS-370Ethics
B-460Art Appreciation
AAS-584Pre-Calculus
B-825Human Biology
AAS-902World History

Core Psychology Courses

Comprehensive psychology foundations covering developmental, social, abnormal, and personality psychology.

P-038Introduction to Developmental Psychology
P-066Fundamentals of Biological and Cognitive Psychology
P-324Introduction to Social Psychology
P-470Introduction to Quantitative Psychology
P-609Introduction to Abnormal Psychology
P-655Foundations of Psychology
P-835Introduction to Personality Psychology
P-851Fundamentals of Physiological Psychology

Specialist Counseling Psychology Courses

Applied counseling psychology courses covering theory, group counseling, family therapy, and school counseling.

COP-008Counseling Psychology and Children
COP-074Introduction to Counseling Psychology
COP-218Introduction to Group Counseling
COP-512Introduction to Counseling Theory
COP-670Family Therapy
COP-743School Counseling

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After acceptance, choose your start date and begin your counseling psychology education at your own pace.

Career Outlook What can you do with a Bachelor's in Counseling Psychology?

A Bachelor's in Counseling Psychology from WUV prepares you for human-centered roles across counseling, education, and community health:

  • Community Counselor (under supervision) — Provide counseling support at community mental health centers and outreach programs.
  • School Counselor Assistant — Support licensed school counselors in K-12 educational settings.
  • Family Services Coordinator — Assist families in accessing counseling, social, and community services.
  • Group Facilitator — Lead structured support groups for individuals dealing with grief, addiction, or life transitions.
  • Youth Counselor — Provide guidance and emotional support to at-risk youth in residential or educational settings.
  • Graduate Program Applicant — Advance to a Master's in Counseling Psychology, Clinical Mental Health, or Marriage and Family Therapy.