M.A. In Human Services Counseling Degree Executive Leadership Degree

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M.A. in Human Services Counseling — Executive Leadership

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Champion Organizational Development with a Master of Arts in Human Services Counseling – Executive Leadership

Do you want to pursue job opportunities in the mental health services field, as well as gain advanced training in leadership principles? If so, Liberty University’s 100% online Master of Arts in Human Services Counseling degree with a specialization in executive leadership can give you the tools you need to understand and serve those with mental health challenges in a real-world setting.

By earning a human services counseling degree with a specialization in executive leadership, you will receive training in the psychology behind human interaction and promote mental health in the workplace through your leadership role. You will focus on vision development and strategic planning that will effectively maximize your understanding of teamwork and conflict resolution.

Please note that Liberty’s online master’s in human services counseling degree does not lead to state licensure as a counselor. If you are interested in a licensure degree, please see our Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy, or Master of Education in School Counseling.

What Will You Learn in the Master’s in Human Services Online Degree?

  • Integration of spirituality and counseling
  • Studies in interpersonal communication
  • Mission, vision, and strategic planning
  • Group dynamics

As a pioneer of distance learning since 1985, Liberty University has worked hard to make our online master’s degrees in human services counseling flexible and affordable. Our 100% online courses with no set login times are designed to fit into your schedule, so you don’t have to choose between continuing your education and dedicating time to your family or job.

Our executive leadership area of study builds on the program’s foundation in human behavior and communication skills to develop you as a competent administrator and manager. You will study important principles of biblical leadership and examples of effective Christian leadership while examining the personal lives, traits, and practices of great leaders throughout history. You will also learn essential methods in decision-making, making teams, delegating responsibility, and effective ways of handling crises that could otherwise undermine your leadership efforts.

You may also be interested in exploring our master’s degrees in professional counseling, addictions counseling or marriage and family counseling.

Potential Career Options for Graduates of the Online Master’s in Human Services Counseling – Executive Leadership

  • Business owner
  • Executive
  • Program coordinator
  • Quality control supervisor

Highlights for Our Master of Arts in Human Services Counseling

As a leader in distance education since 1985, we understand what it takes to create a flexible and affordable education for busy people. Since we have been investing in distance and online learning for decades, our experience has taught us how to streamline our degree options so you can focus on what really matters to you. While many schools offer online degrees, we believe Liberty stands out.

Here’s what sets us apart:

  • We are recognized by multiple institutions for our academic quality, affordability, and accessibility. Our commitment to excellence also helped us rank in the top 10% of Niche.com’s best online schools in America. Earning your online human services counseling degree from a nonprofit university with this kind of recognition can help set you apart from others in your field.
  • The majority of tuition for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs has not increased in 9 years. While many other online colleges have raised tuition, Liberty has been able to keep costs low as a nonprofit university.
  • You can complete our M.A. in Human Services Counseling – Executive Leadership degree program in as little as 1 year.

Military Benefits

Service is important to us, so whether you’re currently serving in the Armed Forces, have served, or are married to someone who serves, we’re here to serve you. Liberty’s military benefits are available to:

  • Active duty service members of the U.S. Armed Forces
  • Reserve/National Guard
  • Veterans/retirees
  • Spouses of service members and veterans/retirees
  • Current Department of Defense employees

We are proud to support you in your pursuit of a flexible and affordable online education by offering you the following benefits: 

  • Tuition discounts – $275 per credit hour for graduate courses
  • Additional discount for veterans who serve in a civilian capacity as a First Responder (less than $625 per course)
  • 8-week courses, 8 different start dates each year, and no set login times (may exclude certain courses such as practicums, internships, or field experiences)

 

30

Credit Hours

SACSCOC

Class Type

100% online, 8-week courses

Transfer Credits

Transfer in up to 50% of the degree total

Next Start Date

May 13, 2024

Accreditation

Liberty University is accredited by SACSCOC