Overview

Counseling is a professional relationship that empowers diverse individuals, families and groups to accomplish mental health, wellness, education and career goals. Counselors can make a difference in the lives of others by improving mental health, careers and enhancing relationships.

Core content provides preparation through theory skill development and practical application in coursework and supervised practicum and internships.

After working with nationally-recognized, highly skilled faculty members in a vibrant, diverse community, graduates excel as counselors who make a positive contribution to society.

What You Learn

The Counseling - Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counseling program from Kean University provides you many options and flexibility to meet your career goals:

The Clinical Mental Health Counseling option meets the Licensed Associate Counselor (LAC) requirements to begin the process of becoming a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
The School Counseling option qualifies you for New Jersey Department of Education’s School Counselor Certification
The School Counseling with LPC Qualification option provides flexibility in career directions as graduates receive the School Counselor Certification and meet the Licensed Associate Counselor (LAC) requirements
The Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counseling option meets the Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LCADC) requirements and is approved by the New Jersey Certification Board
The College Counseling and Student Services option prepares students for work in a variety of student-related positions in higher education, including campus counseling centers and eligibility for the Licensed Associate Counselor (LAC) upon completion of 60 credits

Classes at our Union campus are on weeknights, with some Saturday and Sunday courses. Kean Ocean operates as a part-time program with the majority of classes on Saturday and Sunday, with some weeknight classes. Faculty help you achieve your goals and prepare you to become licensed or certified.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counseling

Coordination of Alcohol/Tobacco/Drug Abuse Programs and Services

Impact of Alcohol/Tobacco/Drug Abuse Across Lifespan

Counseling of Alcohol/Drug-Affected Children and Families

Research

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-15 00:00:00
Starting 2027-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-15 00:00:00

More details

Fall: March 15 (Main/Union Campus)May 1 (Ocean Campus)Spring: November 15th (Main/Union Campus Only)December 5th (Ocean Campus Only)

Language

English

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Credits

48 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Elizabeth, United States

Disciplines

Psychology Counselling Psychology View 772 other Masters in Counselling Psychology in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

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Other requirements

General requirements

$75 non-refundable application fee

Bachelor's degree (or foreign equivalent) from an accredited college or university

A minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 (candidates with under a 3.0 will be considered based on the strength of the overall application)

Official copies of ALL post-secondary transcripts (this includes transcripts that reflect transfer credit)

Professional Resume or CV

Personal Statement

2-3 Letters of Recommendation

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

22082 USD / year

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Out-of-State

22082 USD / year

≈ 22082 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

16794 USD / year

≈ 16794 USD / year

Additional Details

In-State: $8,396.50 per semester

Funding

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Overview

What You Learn

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

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Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Additional Details

Funding

Scholarships Information

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