Admissions for Counseling Certificate Programs
Admission Requirements
The postgraduate certificate program is available to graduate students and postgraduate professionals from the following qualifying professions:
- Healthcare, including mental health and medical care professions
- Education (K-12 through higher education)
- Ministerial professions
You are invited to apply if you’re a graduate student or postgraduate professional from these qualifying professions who is committed to promoting the care of individuals and communities in the midst of unmitigated stress and trauma.
Applicants seeking admission must either be enrolled in or have completed a qualifying graduate degree with a graduate GPA of 3.0 or above. Graduate students accepted into the program will not have the postgraduate certificate conferred until after they have completed the qualifying graduate degree.
If you’re a graduate student currently enrolled in the Graduate School of Counseling at ºìÐÓ¶ÌÊÓƵ Fox University, contact the Trauma Response Institute directly at tri@georgefox.edu for certificate program application instructions.Applicants seeking admission must either be enrolled in or have completed a qualifying graduate degree in behavioral health with a graduate GPA of 3.0 or above. Graduate students accepted into the program will not have the postgraduate certificate conferred until after they have completed the qualifying graduate degree.
If you’re a graduate student currently enrolled in the Graduate School of Counseling at ºìÐÓ¶ÌÊÓƵ Fox University, reach out directly to playtherapy@georgefox.edu for certificate program application instructions.
Applicants seeking admission must either be enrolled in or have completed a qualifying graduate degree in behavioral health with a graduate GPA of 3.0 or above. Graduate students accepted into the program will not have the postgraduate certificate conferred until after they have completed the qualifying graduate degree.
If you’re a graduate student currently enrolled in the Graduate School of Counseling at ºìÐÓ¶ÌÊÓƵ Fox University, reach out directly to gscgradasst@georgefox.edu for certificate program application instructions.
Application Deadlines*
Email counseling@georgefox.edu for more information.
How to Apply
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Apply Online
Create an account with a username and password and complete the Graduate School of Counseling online application. It's free to apply.
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Request Official Electronic Transcripts
Request an official transcript from the regionally accredited college or university where you completed or are completing your graduate degree. Electronic transcripts are preferred for speed and accuracy. They must be sent directly from the institution to admissions@georgefox.edu. If an electronic option is not available, unopened official transcripts can be sent via mail to:
Office of Admissions
ºìÐÓ¶ÌÊÓƵ Fox University
414 N Meridian Street #6089
Newberg, OR 97132 -
Submit Two References
Submit two professional references. These will be included in the online application system.
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International Students
Additional requirements for International students are online on the International Graduate Admissions page.
Once Your Application is Complete
Applications for the upcoming semester will be reviewed after the application deadline has passed. You will not need to attend any interviews, as those are only required for applicants for counseling master’s degrees. We aim to provide an admission decision within three to four weeks after the application deadline.
After Acceptance
Upon admission into the certificate program, you will be connected to the program director for advising and registration.
Questions?
Kelly Peterson
Admissions Counselor, Graduate Counseling Programs