Undergraduate Certificate in Counseling

Locations: On Campus, Online

Total Credit Hours: 18

Next Session Start: October 26, 2026

The Undergraduate Certificate in Counseling is an academic certificate offering students the opportunity to earn a higher education credential that combines an interest in how the human mind functions with theories and practices that foster a better understanding of people. This certificate is ideal for individuals who may not otherwise consider a full degree program but want to be aware of family and group relationship dynamics while processing psychological issues from a Christian worldview.

Explore key aspects of the group process, including communication patterns, leadership/facilitation, conflict resolution, and summary-session reporting.
Examine case management principles, treatment planning, effective referral methods, and crisis intervention techniques.
Understand the interpersonal dynamics between the human service worker/counselor and the individual client.

This undergraduate certificate does not include professional licensure.

Regent University’s Undergraduate Certificate in Counseling is for lifelong learners who want to re-skill, up-skill, and get ahead with new credentials. Whether you’re seeking professional development or continuing education, Regent’s 100% online certificate programs will give you the priceless advantage of high-quality education from America’s premier Christian university. To learn more about this program, please complete the Request Information form on this page.

Featured Courses

Table listing featured courses with course code, name, and credit hours.
Code	Name	Credits
Code: PSYC 102	Introduction to Psychology	Credits: 3	Examination of the major themes in the study and practice of psychology, such as human nature, motivation, change and development, and spiritual struggles, as well as applied psychological knowledge for everyday life.
Code: PSYC 210	Philosophical Foundations	Credits: 3	The historical and contemporary philosophical foundations of psychology with an emphasis on the interface between Christian theology and psychology. The relationship between Christian theology and secular philosophies commonly discussed in the field. Prerequisite: PSYC 102.
Code: PSYC 317	Marriage & Family	Credits: 3	Study of marriage and family from various perspectives, including the theories of and methods used to research marriage and the family, the diversity of families, contemporary gender roles, love and commitment, systems, communication and conflict resolution, sexual relationships and problems, pregnancy, childbirth, parenthood, care-giving and spiritual concerns.
Code: PSYC 406	Group Facilitation	Credits: 3	Explores the key aspects of the group process including communication patterns, both verbal and nonverbal, as well as leadership, trust, cohesion, risk-taking, group membership skills, facilitation skills, group problem-solving, decision-making, conflict resolution, interviewing techniques, and summary session report-writing. Provides both a group experience and a theoretical analysis of group process.
Code: PSYC 418	Counseling Skills	Credits: 3	Introduces the development of the communication skills used in interviewing and counseling with an emphasis on the necessity of understanding the interpersonal dynamics between the human service worker/counselor and the individual client.

Students should refer to their catalog or audited degree plan (ADP) for required courses to complete their degree.

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Tuition & Fees

2026-27 Tuition Rates

Undergraduate Certificate	Tuition Cost Per Credit Hour	Average Credit Hours Per Semester	Average Tuition Per Semester
Advertising & Marketing	$250	12	$3,000
Biblical Studies	$250	12	$3,000
Business	$250	12	$3,000
Christian Ministry	$250	12	$3,000
Communication	$250	12	$3,000
Computer Science	$250	12	$3,000
Counseling	$250	12	$3,000
Criminal Justice	$250	12	$3,000
Cybersecurity	$250	12	$3,000
Finance	$250	12	$3,000
Government	$250	12	$3,000
Healthcare Studies	$250	12	$3,000
Human Resources	$250	12	$3,000
Information Systems	$250	12	$3,000
International Relations	$250	12	$3,000
Leadership Studies	$250	12	$3,000
Psychology	$250	12	$3,000

Student Fees Per Semester

University Services Fee (On-Campus Students)	$900 (Fall & Spring) $750 (Summer)
University Services Fee (Online Students)	$750

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*Rates are subject to change at any time.

Note: Eligible students may use their VA benefits to cover the cost of their undergraduate certificate. Learn more about benefits and discounts for military students.

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