Is there a specific undergraduate major that is more suitable or is required for a graduate program in Counseling or School Psychology?
A. The students in our programs have majors in a wide variety of subjects and most have teaching credentials. A specific major is not a requirement for admission; however, there is an advantage to have studied in a field that emphasizes the emotional, intellectual and physical development of human beings. Majors in Psychology, Sociology, Child Development, and Social Work provide a helpful background for graduate studies in Counseling and School Psychology. Q. How long will it take me to complete each of the Programs at CSUDH? I work full time and I have a family. A. The duration of your program depends almost entirely on your circumstances and the course load you can handle each semester. Most of our students work full time and most have families. If those are your circumstances, this will be an even more demanding and challenging pursuit. To complete the M.A. and PPS Credential work in School Counseling in 3 years, you would have to take 9 units each semester, excluding summer sessio
