Counseling and Applied Psychological Science (Counseling Military Members and Veterans) ,BS
Behavioral Health, Counseling Psychology, Health Wellness, Operational Psychology, Psychology, Social Services, Social and Behavioral Sciences, counseling
Would you enjoy helping those who are part of the military service community? Gain an integrative understanding of the impact of service on the well-being of military members, veterans and families. Prepare for growing employment opportunities to provide military community and family support.
The Bachelor of Science program in counseling and applied psychological science focuses on the promotion of psychological well-being. You learn basic counseling skills and techniques to complement a variety of social science and health majors, including psychology, public health, interdisciplinary studies, social work and the humanities.
The concentration in counseling military members and veterans provides you with foundational skills and knowledge that are critical in your work with veterans, military populations and military families. You take interdisciplinary courses to better understand the U.S. military, focusing on the specific psychosocial experiences of service members and the mental health needs of this population.
Graduates of this program are not license-eligible as professional counselors.
- College/school:
College of Integrative Sciences and Arts
- Location: Polytechnic, Tempe or Online , ASU Local
- Second language requirement: No
- STEM-OPT extension eligible: No
- First
required math course:
MAT 119 - Finite Mathematics
or MAT 170 Precalculus - Math
intensity: Moderate
What If: See how your courses can be applied to another major and find out how to change your major.
General university admission requirements:
All students are required to meet general
university admission requirements.
First-year | Transfer | International | Readmission
A current ASU student has no additional requirements for changing majors.
Students should visit the Change of Major form for information about how to change a major to this program.
ASU offers this program in an online format with multiple enrollment sessions throughout the year. Applicants may view the program’s ASU Online page for program descriptions and to request more information.
It is now possible to earn an ASU degree with ASU Local, an integrated college experience in which students take advantage of in-person success coaching and programming experiences on site while completing one of 130+ undergraduate online degree programs, all of which come with online faculty interaction and tutoring support.
ASU is committed to helping students thrive by offering tools that allow personalization of the transfer path to ASU. Students may use MyPath2ASU® to outline a list of recommended courses to take prior to transfer.
ASU has transfer partnerships in Arizona and across the country to create a simplified transfer experience for students. These pathway programs include exclusive benefits, tools and resources, and they help students save time and money in their college journey.
To make a positive impact in the lives of others, students must understand the diverse sets of experiences, backgrounds and cultures that shape the people with whom they wish to work. When studying abroad, students have the opportunity to gain firsthand experience in a wide variety of cultures and communities. Global Education programs provide students with a distinct global perspective, enabling them to have an impact.
Program graduates are prepared with an excellent foundation to enter graduate degree programs in disciplines such as counselor education, counseling psychology, clinical psychology, social work and family studies, counseling and related fields.
Graduates have strong opportunities in federal employment. The Department of Veterans Affairs employs nearly 400,000 civilians, and more than 4 million government jobs are posted each month, including more than 100,000 in Arizona. Job postings in the state are expected to grow nearly 6% over the next five years, with an average salary of $84,000.
While clinical practice requires a graduate degree and licensure, a bachelor's degree in psychology --- such as a degree in counseling and applied psychological science --- opens doors to many careers. Graduates often work as human resource specialists, educators, social service providers, or health and allied health technicians, earning a median annual salary of about $50,000.https://www.psychology.org/resources/jobs-with-a-bachelor-of-arts-in-psychology
Department of Defense postings reflect these trends, with more than 7,600 openings in education, family support, wellness and mental health. Jobs for substance abuse, behavioral disorder and mental health counselors are projected to grow 17% from 2024 to 2034.https://www.bls.gov/ooh/community-and-social-service/substance-abuse-behavioral-disorder-and-mental-health-counselors.htm
Example job titles and salaries listed below are not necessarily entry level, and students should take into consideration how years of experience and geographical location may affect pay scales. Some jobs also may require advanced degrees, certifications or state-specific licensure.
| Career | *Growth | *Median salary |
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16.8%
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$59,350
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6.4%
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$45,930
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3.9%
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$71,900
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11.3%
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$51,850
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12.6%
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$50,860
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16.8%
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$59,350
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5.2%
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$50,290
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1.4%
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$46,850
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School of Counseling and Counseling Psychology
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CISA@asu.edu
480-727-1526
Program term definitions
Accelerated programs allow students the opportunity to expedite the completion of their degree.
Accelerated master's
These programs allow students to accelerate their studies to earn a bachelor's plus a master's degree in as few as five years (for some programs).
Each program has requirements students must meet to be eligible for consideration. Students typically receive approval to pursue the accelerated master's during the junior year of their bachelor's degree program. Interested students can learn about eligibility requirements and how to apply.
Concurrent degrees allow students to pursue their own personal or professional interests, earn two distinct degrees and receive two diplomas. To add a concurrent degree to your existing degree, work with your academic advisor.
Joint programs, or jointly conferred degrees, are offered by more than one college and provide opportunities for students to take advantage of the academic strengths of two academic units. Upon graduation, students are awarded one degree and one diploma conferred by two colleges.
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