Professional Counseling (LCPC) Licensure
This certificate is designed for graduate students aspiring to become Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) in the State of Maryland. This post-master’s certificate provides the opportunity for students with an approved Master’s degree to complete the course requirements needed for Maryland licensure and prepare for the State exam.
Course offerings are approved by the Maryland Board of Examiners of Professional Counselors (MBOPC) and are offered in the Department of Psychology, Counseling and Behavioral Health within the College of Behavioral and Social Sciences.
Students with an MBOPC-approved master's degree should refer to the listing of MBOPC-approved courses offered at Coppin.
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Certificate Requirements
To be eligible for the post-master’s certificate, you must have completed or be enrolled in an MBOPC-approved counseling program. Students who have earned the M.ed. in Rehabilitation Counseling from Coppin State University are eligible for this post-master's certificate, and must take the following courses.
Courses for Rehabilitation Counseling Graduates (18 credits)
| Course | Credits | Name |
|---|---|---|
| PSYC 614 | 3 | Techniques of Marriage and Family Counseling |
| PSYC 502 | 3 |
Theories of Counseling |
| PSYC 529 | 3 | Seminar in Human Growth and Development |
| PSYC 501 | 3 | Assessment of Individuals with Disabilities |
| PSYC 612 | 3 | Group Counseling |
| PSYC 625 | 3 | Psychotherapy and Treatment of Mental and Emotional Disorders |
Related Programs
Rehabilitation Counseling
Job Development and Job Placement Services
Vocational Evaluation and Work Adjustment
Assistive Technology
The post-master's certificate in professional counseling licensure is in the Department of Psychology, Counseling, and Behavioral Health in the College of Behavioral and Social Sciences.