Students who wish to earn their MS in counseling will have to stick to a specific course schedule. The classes that are required to complete this degree include the theories of psychotherapy and family, ethics, human sexuality and mental health.
To fully utilize a MS in counseling, a professional must be able to handle various crises that occur in the family, in marriage, and with individuals. There are specific skills that a counselor must demonstrate in order to be effective. Counselors must be able to apply the various methods and to guide people in working through their crisis effectively.
A master's degree is required if a person wants to be a licensed counselor. Each state has different requirements for licensure and education. On average, it usually requires 48 to 60 semester hours to get an MS in counseling. During this time the student would be expected to also engage in supervised clinical work.
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the decade between 2008 to 2018 should bring an 18 percent increase in this field, overall. Those who seek employment in the field of substance and addiction will enjoy a 21 percent increase. There are more job openings expected to be available than there will be graduates, so the market will not be flooded with competition.