The College of Social Sciences at University of Phoenix, Inc., a
subsidiary of Apollo Education Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: APOL), today
announced it is launching a new Military Family Counseling Certificate
program that will help military families better cope with a variety of
elements and challenges associated with a military life.
The strain on the military to provide essential services to military
families has increased as a result of recent global conflicts, and as
more service members return home from the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan.
Therefore, the Military Family Counseling Certificate program is
designed for mental health practitioners who want in-depth information
and training to prepare them for working with the unique challenges
these military service members and their families face. The University’s
18-credit certificate program includes two foundational courses in
family counseling and addictions, and four courses that focus on
military family life, military culture, major issues and concerns that
military families face, and assessment of and appropriate interventions
for working with military families.
“There is an undeniable need for counseling services that are
specialized to serve the families of our military,” said Constance St.
Germain, Ed.D., executive dean for University of Phoenix College of
Social Sciences. “Understanding the military culture and the unique
challenges presented to families of service members is the first step in
addressing issues and providing a greater and more effective level of
services to those who need it.”
Dr. St. Germain recently joined University of Phoenix and brings a
unique perspective to the College and the military families counseling
profession. A former Major in the U.S. Army’s Judge Advocate General’s
Corps, Dr. St. Germain understands the challenges many families face. In
addition to her military service, she is a mother and military widow and
understands the unique demands on service members and their families
when it comes to balancing family life with military responsibilities.
“The everyday logistical challenges Military families face are complex
and multi-faceted,” added Dr. St. Germain. “Training that exposes the
Counseling profession to the nuances of military culture provides it
with a deeper understanding of the challenges these families are
experiencing today. Many people don’t understand the complex issues that
come with being a military family. From active duty and permanent change
of stations to losing a loved one, all members of the family are
affected in very different ways.”
To learn more about the Military Families Counseling program or
University of Phoenix, visit http://www.phoenix.edu/programs/continuing-education/certificate-programs/human-services/cert-mlfc.html.
About the College of Social Sciences
University of Phoenix College of Social Sciences offers programs in
human services, psychology and counseling. The college’s curriculum
seeks to empower individuals who wish to enhance their skills for career
entry or advancement in the helping professions. Curriculum is regularly
updated to meet accreditation and/or national and state professional
standards. University of Phoenix College of Social Sciences faculty
members are experienced professionals, holding advanced degrees. Many
sit on state licensure and accreditation boards as well as professional
committees. For more information, visit www.phoenix.edu/socialsciences.
About University of Phoenix
University of Phoenix is constantly innovating to help working adults
move efficiently from education to careers in a rapidly changing world.
Flexible schedules, relevant and engaging courses, and interactive
learning can help students more effectively pursue career and personal
aspirations while balancing their busy lives. As a subsidiary of Apollo
Education Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: APOL), University of Phoenix serves a
diverse student population, offering associate, bachelor’s, master’s and
doctoral degree programs from campuses and learning centers across the
U.S. as well as online throughout the world. For more information, visit www.phoenix.edu.
This certificate program is available to Master in Counseling program
graduates or current mental health professionals. This program does not
lead to professional certification or licensure as a mental health
provider.
For more information about each of these programs, including on-time
completion rates, the median debt incurred by students who completed the
program and other important information, please visit: phoenix.edu/programs/gainful-employment.
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