When Sports Psychology is combined with our Master of Arts in Global Mental Health Counseling, our graduates are able to add an additional client base to their repertoire of expertise. In our current culture, coaches have come to realize that to be successful on the court or field, they must incorporate the psychological dimension that our program provides. Our Sports Psychology graduates are now working with athletic teams in Brazil, England, and in the United States.
Degree Information for the Master of Arts in Global Mental Health Counseling with Sports Psychology
Program Overview
The Master of Arts in Global Mental Health Counseling with Sports Psychology is a 36-hour program that students can complete at their own pace by taking courses online and/or on campus. You can see our degree checklist below.
We also have a published course rotation that current students can find in the Student Resource Center classroom on BrightSpace. Students are able to choose their courses, but we highly encourage students to work with our Master’s advisor to determine what courses to take each semester.
There are distinct differences between the Master of Arts in Global Mental Health Counseling with Sports Psychology and the Master of Arts in Global Mental Health Counseling, including:
- Sports Psychology students must take the Sport Psychology course.
- When Sports Psychology students take three of their required classes (Counseling Children & Adolescents, Trauma, and Multicultural Theories), one additional assignment that pertains to the sport psychology field will be submitted to the Sport Psychology Coordinator as part of their grade for each course.
- All students will sign up for a practicum toward the end of the program where a portion of the hours requirement for practicum must involve counseling athletes. Details can be found by contacting the Sport Psychology Coordinator, Dr. Rick Fowler, rfowler@truett.edu.
Our courses are either eight weeks or 16 weeks in length. Our on-campus classes meet one day a week (either Monday or Tuesday). Supervision for practicum may occur on Wednesday. Some online courses may include weekly virtual meetings or may occur as intensives. Intensives are 16-week courses where students meet on campus for one week (Monday-Friday) to complete class lectures. Homework assignments will be turned in online after the on-campus portion of the course concludes.
Students are able to move through the program at their own pace. If a student takes three to four courses each semester including the summer semester, they can complete their degree in three to four semesters (1- 1 ½ years).
In addition to completing coursework, our students must obtain six hours of documented personal counseling with a licensed professional. Students will also complete a practicum course where they will accrue 60 hours of direct and indirect experience counseling at an approved site of their choice. As mentioned above, a portion of these hours must involve counseling athletes.
Possible careers
- Sport Mental Health Counselor
- Non-state licensed private practice
- Counseling in non-profit institutions (ie., missionary endeavors, church soul care outreach, etc.)
- Federal, state, and local health agencies
- Non-governmental organizations (NGOs)
- Disaster relief organizations
- International aid and development agencies
- Research and academic institutions
- International health organizations
Admission Requirements
Students can enroll in the program during any semester, though we recommend that students start in the fall semester if possible. The application deadlines are as follows:
- Fall Admissions deadline: July 18
- Spring Admissions deadline: November 1
- Summer Admissions deadline: May 1
Applicants for the Master of Arts in Global Mental Health Counseling with Sports Psychology must have a bachelor’s degree or higher. Applicants must submit official college transcripts and have a minimum GPA of 3.0. Applicants must also submit:
- Resume
- Two-page personal statement essay
- Two professional recommendations
- Background check
Applicants will also complete a virtual group interview with the School of Psychology Faculty that will take place after the admissions deadline has passed.
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