Counseling

As more people seek help in coping with life’s difficult situations and the demand for mental health services continues to rise, the need for skilled counselors and psychologists is increasing. If a rewarding career in helping others through counseling or psychology calls to you, enroll in our Counseling program. This program covers the first two years of the four-year curriculum for students who wish to specialize in counseling or psychology and plan to receive their Bachelors and / or graduate degree.

This program teaches the foundations of counseling — you will learn about theories, career, and lifespan development, as well as ethics and research. Upon graduating from this program, you will be able to transfer to a university to continue your education to earn your Bachelors degree.

Enroll in the Counseling program and make it happen today!

Students at any Maricopa Community College may need to complete courses at more than one of our colleges.

CGCC Counseling & Applied Psychological Science (CAPS)

Chandler-Gilbert Community College has developed an exciting opportunity for students seeking to pursue careers in the helping professions, particularly in counseling and related mental health fields.  Unlike traditional majors at a large university where students sit in large classes as passive recipients of course content, our interactive instructional design means students engage directly with their faculty and fellow students in small classes focused on the practical application of their learning.

In CAP120: Introduction to Counseling, students are introduced to the breadth and depth of the counseling profession and the many ways in which counselors help our communities - prepare to be surprised! 

In CAP240: Introduction to Counseling Skills, students learn the fundamentals of an effective helping relationship and get hands-on practice with basic counseling skills.

In CAP220: The Counseling in a Multicultural Society, students will take a deeper dive into understanding the dimensions of human diversity and intersecting identities with an opportunity to develop a stronger understanding of one’s own self and interpersonal dynamics as it relates to the helping fields.

Finally, in CAP260: Career & Professional Preparation for the Helping Professions, students get an overview of the career exploration process, with in-depth research into their occupational interests, exploration of goals and how to reach them, and the development of written materials for use in the professional world.

Through these and additional classes, students gain real-world awareness, knowledge, and skills that help prepare them for jobs in the human services field as well as graduate studies needed for careers in the mental health professions.

Opportunities at CGCC include:

  • Service-Learning activities
  • In-person active helping skills practice
  • Development of scholarly writing skills needed for the social sciences
  • Individual interaction and mentoring from faculty with experience in the field
  • Critical thinking & problem-solving
  • Personal development

Students who complete the Associate in Arts, emphasis in Counseling & Applied Psychological Science develop a strong foundation for transferring to one of our university partners for their bachelor’s degrees.  Currently, the two most popular transfer pathways for our graduates are the Bachelor of Science, Counseling & Applied Psychological Science from Arizona State University, and the Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies, Applied Human Behavior from Northern Arizona University.

Why Chandler Gilbert Community College?

Learn valuable, in-demand skills

Learn valuable, in-demand skills

Save money with our tuition discounts

Save money with our tuition discounts

Explore flexible learning options to keep you safe

Explore flexible learning options to keep you safe

 

President's Message

Whether you plan on earning a degree or a certificate, you are preparing to transfer to a four-year university, or you are looking to further develop in your career or personal life, CGCC can provide the path for you to reach your goals. With 68 associate degree and certificate programs, as well as transfer partnerships with over 40 universities---including Arizona State University, Northern Arizona University, and the University of Arizona—you’ll find your fit at CGCC.

Since its founding in 1992, Chandler-Gilbert Community College has served thousands of students in the East Valley at its Pecos and Williams campuses, Sun Lakes Center, and Communiversity at Queen Creek. We pride ourselves on the excellence of our innovative faculty and staff, on our state-of-the-art facilities, on our broad array of campus life and events, and on our commitment to inclusion and diversity. At CGCC, you belong, and we are here to help you succeed!

Greg Peterson, Ed.D.
President



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