Take the Lead in Counselor Development
Aspire to have an impact on the growth and performance of counseling professionals? Bridge your aspirations with the next level of your career through the Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision. Prepare to cultivate expertise in counseling professionals as an educator or supervisor, all while you earn your degree through a flexible, 100% online degree program.
Counselor Education and Supervision
(Ph.D.)
At a Glance
3 - 5 Year Program
Online
Well-Rounded Specialties
Sessions Begin in September
About the Ph.D. Program
Program Highlights
We have designed your learning experience with you in mind—that means building in advantages where we can so you can focus on building your future. Here are just a few of these advantages in your program:
Fully online
Transfer up to 48 credits in from a CACREP or counseling program
Onsite training clinic
Global study opportunities
Will seek accreditation through CACREP as of the inaugural cohort in Fall 2024
What Can I Do With a Ph.D. in Counseling?
An Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision can position you for a number of roles within clinical practice, as well as academic settings. A few career paths that value a background in advanced counseling studies can include:
Counselor Educator
Counselor Supervisor
Researcher
Counseling (Ph.D.) Courses:
Advanced Diagnostic Classification of Mental Disorders
Advanced Group Counseling Techniques
Practicum in Counselor Supervision
Let’s Get Started!
Marymount empowers graduate students to advance their careers, expand their expertise, and make a meaningful impact. Located in Arlington, Virginia—just minutes from Washington, D.C.—Marymount offers nationally ranked, career-focused programs grounded in the liberal arts and guided by a commitment to intellectual curiosity, service, and global perspective.
As a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and one of the nation’s most diverse campuses, Marymount provides a dynamic environment where students from around the world learn, lead, and Learn with Purpose.
Why Marymount University?
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“My professors guided me through uncertainty, helped shape my career goals, and gave me the confidence to consider a Ph.D. in education.”
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Aileen Martinez
M.Ed. in Special Education -
“The small program size helped me form lasting bonds with faculty and classmates—supportive relationships that shaped both my academic and personal growth.”
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Ellington Mendez
M.A. in Forensic and Legal
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“Marymount gave me the support and flexibility to transition from engineering into physical therapy—and make a full-circle career change I’m proud of.”
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Eva Cepeda
Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) -
“I’m earning dual master’s degrees in IT and business at Marymount to stand out in the competitive tech industry.”
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Mohamed Mongalgi (international)
Dual Master’s in Business
Administration and Information
Technology (MBA/MS)
Ready to advance your career at Marymount University?
Our programs give you the tools you need to build the future you want.