Counseling Minor

The counseling minor program is available to undergraduate students who are working toward a bachelor’s degree. Students must check with their academic advisors to have their minor program approved. The interpersonal skills gained in this program may be applied to a variety of employment settings that span human services professions. A minor in the program also provides students with a background that serves as a strong foundation when applying to master’s degree programs in counseling and related fields.

If you are interested in becoming a counselor or mental health practitioner, a Counseling minor is an excellent way to begin your journey.  This program provides a strong foundation in counseling theories, skills, and ethical practice while exploring the social, culural, and systemic factors that influence mental health.  Whether you plan to pursue graduate studies in counseling at UNT's master's program or simply want to enhance your understanding of human bahavior and helping relationships, the minor equips you with essential knowledge to support diverse individuals and communities.

A minimum of three counseling courses are offered each fall and spring term/semester. At least one section of the two introductory courses (COUN 2610 and COUN 3620) is offered each fall and spring term/semester. Typically, no courses are offered during the summer.

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Students in the counseling minor program must complete 18 hours of course work (6 classes) from the following list:

• COUN 2610 - Principles of Counseling I*
• COUN 2620 - Diversity and Cultural Awareness
• COUN 3600 - Therapeutic Play
• COUN 3620 - Principles of Counseling II*
• COUN 3630 - Survey of Career Development and Career Guidance
• COUN 3640 - Group Process in Helping Relationships
• COUN 4620 - Interpersonal Skills in Helping Relationships
• COUN 4900 - Special Problems (Instructor approval required)

*Required Courses

Department of Counseling & Higher Education

coe-counseling@unt.edu

(940) 565-2910