Counselling: Bachelor of Arts Minor
Description
The B.A. Minor in Counselling was designed to provide students with a basic theoretical and practical understanding of the field of counselling. The Minor was structured to ensure that students will acquire undergraduate prerequisites necessary for graduate studies in Counselling at other institutions (e.g., SFU, UBC). While this degree will be of particular interest to those who wish to pursue a career in Counselling, the Minor will also be of interest to any student who is considering working in a field in which strong interpersonal skills, abilities, and insights are an asset (e.g., social work, probation, policing, teaching, business, health care).
Career Opportunities
Students who want to pursue Counselling as a profession will need a Masters degree in Counselling (MA or MEd). The Minor will provide the courses necessary for entry into such programs.
This highly marketable Minor will also benefit those who are aiming to work in Social Services, Education, and Health Care and Wellness fields.
Program Admission Requirements
In addition to KPU's General university admission requirements, including the undergraduate-level English Proficiency Requirement, the following program admission requirements apply:
Year One Admission:
- English 12 with a 'B' (or equivalent)
- Mathematics:
- Minimum grade of 'C' in Pre-Calculus 11, Principles of Mathematics 11, or Applications of Mathematics 12 (or equivalent); or
- Minimum grade of 'C+' in Foundations of Mathematics 11 (or equivalent); or
- Minimum grade of 'C-' in Pre-Calculus 12 or Foundations of Mathematics 12 (or equivalent)
Year Three Admission:
- 60 credits with a cumulative GPA of 2.00 (including all 1100- and 2000-level major/minor program requirements).
- Grade of 'C' in all required 1000-and 2000-level courses, including the English writing requirement (ENGL 1100 and one of either ENGL 1202 or 1204, or equivalent).
- Two Quantitative courses (total of six or more credits).
- 12 credits of breadth courses
- Mathematics:
- Minimum grade of 'C' in Pre-Calculus 11, Principles of Mathematics 11, or Applications of Mathematics 12 (or equivalent); or
- Minimum grade of 'C+' in Foundations of Mathematics 11 (or equivalent); or
- Minimum grade of 'C-' in Pre-Calculus 12 or Foundations of Mathematics 12 (or equivalent); or
- Minimum grade of 'C+' in the above Two Quantitative courses (three credits of which must be from the Faculty of Science & Horticulture)
- Second language at the Grade 11 level or 6 credits of post-secondary language courses in the same language. Note: Students need only achieve a passing grade to fulfill this requirement. Beginner's or Introductory Language 11 courses are ineligible to meet this requirement. Students who can demonstrate competency in a second language may request an assessment to have this requirement waived.
Qualifying Year
Students who do not qualify upon initial application to KPU may be eligible for entry to the Qualifying Year. Students who possess at least a 'C' in English 12 (or equivalent) and a passing grade in either Pre-Calculus 11, Principles of Math 11, Foundations of Mathematics 11, Applications of Math 12 (or equivalents) will be able to apply for entry to the BA Qualifying Year. Students will be admitted to the BA program in the second year provided they have successfully completed appropriate qualifying courses. Other applicants who do not qualify are encouraged to consult an Educational Advisor for the appropriate qualifying courses that satisfy the application criteria.
Program Continuance Requirements
Current BA students must meet the following requirements to continue into their 3rd year of study. Registration access to third or fourth year courses is first awarded to students who have completed the following:
- 60 credits with a cumulative GPA of 2.00 (including all 1100- and 2000-level major/minor program requirements).
- Grade of 'C' in all required 1000-and 2000-level courses, including the English writing requirement (ENGL 1100 and one of either ENGL 1202 or 1204, or equivalent).
- Two Quantitative courses (total of six or more credits).
- 12 credits of breadth courses
- Second language at the Grade 11 level or 6 credits of post-secondary language courses in the same language. Note: Students need only achieve a passing grade to fulfill this requirement. Beginner's or Introductory Language 11 courses are ineligible to meet this requirement. Students who can demonstrate competency in a second language may request an assessment to have this requirement waived.
Program Requirements
Students pursuing a Bachelor of Arts degree must complete all requirements in the Bachelor of Arts framework in addition to their major or minor program requirements.
Students must complete all of the following requirements for the Counselling Minor:
1000 Level
All of: |
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| EDUC 1100 | Introduction to Higher Education | 3 credits | |
2000 Level
All of: |
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| PSYC 2350 | Psychopathology | 3 credits | |
Notes:
EDUC 2220 Introduction to Educational Psychology is highly recommended.
PSYC 2350 requires completion of PSYC 1100 and PSYC 1200 with a grade of C in each course as prerequisites.
3000 Level
All of: |
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| CNPS 3310 | Theories of Counselling | 3 credits | |
| CNPS 3320 | Career Counselling & Career Education | 3 credits | |
4000 Level
All of: |
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| CNPS 4300 | Counselling Relationships & Basic Skills | 3 credits | |
| CNPS 4310 | The Reflective Practitioner | 3 credits | |
Electives
Students must also complete one of the following courses: |
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| CNPS 3330 | Cultural Considerations in Counselling | 3 credits | |
| CNPS 4330 | Group Facilitation | 3 credits | |
Credential Awarded
Upon successful completion of the minor as part of a Bachelor of Arts program, transcripts will indicate a Minor in Counselling.
