
Counseling and Applied Psychological Science (BS)
Arizona State University’s Bachelor of Science in counseling and applied psychology science is the first of its kind at a major research university, designed for those interested in promoting psychological well-being. In this program, you’ll gain an advanced understanding of topics such as cultural diversity, addiction dynamics, counseling strategies, professional ethics and more.
Online counseling degree courses
In this program, you'll explore common counseling practices and apply them to practical scenarios. Additionally, you’ll complete a 135-hour supervised, hands-on capstone experience to network with community behavioral health specialists and grow your professional identity.
CAP 120: Introduction to Counseling (SOBE OR SB)
CAP 220: Self in a Multicultural Society (SOBE OR C)
CAP 240: Counseling Skills
CAP 310: Addictions I: Foundations and Basic Principles
CAP 320: Theories of Counseling and Psychotherapy
CED 250: Career Development (L)
PSY 101: Introduction to Psychology (SOBE OR SB)
PSY 230: Introduction to Statistics (QTRS OR CS)
PSY 366: Psychological Disorders (SOBE OR SB)

The jobs this counseling program prepares you for
Upon graduation, you’ll be a competitive candidate for a career in behavioral health care delivery settings such as community agencies, hospitals and rehabilitation centers. You’ll also be well-prepared to apply for graduate school or continue your work experience as a vocational rehabilitation assistant, human service worker and more. Career examples include, but aren’t limited to:
Substance Abuse and Behavioral Disorder Counselors
Growth: 18.4%
Salary: $49,710
Counselors, All Other
Growth: 17.2%
Salary: $43,390
Educational, Guidance and Career Counselors and Advisors
Growth: 5.4%
Salary: $60,140
Marriage and Family Therapists
Growth: 14.9%
Salary: $56,570
Mental Health Counselors
Growth: 18.4%
Salary: $49,710
Psychology Teachers, Postsecondary
Growth: 5.2%
Salary: $78,810
Rehabilitation Counselors
Growth: 1.9%
Salary: $39,990
School Psychologists
Growth: 1.3%
Salary: $81,500
Social and Community Service Managers
Growth: 9.1%
Salary: $74,240
Child, Family, and School Social Workers
Growth: 5.3%
Salary: $50,820