Community Counseling
Why UD?

Flexibility

·         During the fall and winter terms, classes are offered Monday-Friday after 4:30 p.m. to accommodate individuals who work full- and part-time. Summer classes are offered in Columbus and Dayton in the evenings and during the day in Dayton only. Some courses are offered in an online format. All requirements for a master's degree must be satisfied within seven calendar years from the date of matriculation.

Successful Outcomes

·         Our alumni work as Professional Counselors and Professional Clinical Counselors in a variety of settings including community mental health agencies, private practice, hospitals, and employee assistance programs. Some pursue advanced degrees (Ph.D., Ed.D) in Counselor Education and teach at universities nationally. Some alumni have held leadership positions in state and national professional organizations.

Diversity

·         Some students in the Community Counseling program currently work in community mental health settings, while others are new to the counseling profession and have worked in education, business, and information technology professions. Students range in age from 23 to 65 with the average age being 32. In addition, students have diverse spiritual, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds.

Experienced Faculty

·         Full-time faculty and part-time instructors are experienced clinicians in a variety of settings. They have experience working in community mental health agencies, private practice, mediation services, and business. Most faculty members provide counseling services in the community which means that they bring invaluable practical experience into the classroom.

Holistic Approach to Counseling

·         University of Dayton's program philosophy is grounded in a holistic counseling approach that honors the mind, body and spirit of the individual as essential aspects to achieving health and well-being.