Gerontology Counselors work with older adults and their families performing case management and counseling in consultation with family members. Settings may include senior centers, residential homes, agencies, and hospices. MFCCs work in school, college, agency, and business and industrial settings. Upon receiving the MFCC license, they may also open a private practice. They work in private and public rehabilitation settings with persons who have a variety of disabilities.
Students receive a general introduction to the field of psychology.
Students examine how individuals make choices and how decisions are made through self-assessment and evaluation by others. The study includes ethnic and cultural differences in the decision-making process. The development of basic skills which include attending, responding, interpretation, and decision making. The training includes practicum experience in interviewing skills. The Department of Counseling requires at least 60 units of approved graduate work for the Master of Science degrees.