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24 Counseling Degree Programs in Canada


Université de Saint-Boniface
Fast-track counseling
Bachelor in Social Work
- Winnipeg, Canada
Bachelor's degree
Full time, Part time
4 years
On-Campus
French
Fast-track counseling
This program trains bilingual social workers who contribute to social and personal development. Social workers support individuals, families, groups in order to improve their well-being. They promote social changes that can improve living conditions. They work in many areas: counseling, group facilitation, mental health, patient support, child and family services, assessments for long-term care centers, etc. A career of endless possibilities awaits you!


LaSalle College Montreal
Diploma in Special Care Counselling
- Montreal, Canada
Diploma
Full time
2745 hours
Distance Learning, On-Campus
French, English
Build a meaningful career from your passion as a special care counsellor providing professional and emotional support. The DCS in Special Care Counselling prepares you for appropriate interventions and teaches you to work with a range of professionals through hands-on workshops and professional internships.
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Lakeland College
Diploma in Child and Youth Care Counsellor
- Vermilion, Canada
Diploma
Full time
2 years
On-Campus
English
Learn to build relationships that focus on promoting the resiliency and well-being of children, youth and families in Lakeland’s Diploma in Child and Youth Care Counsellor. Our program prepares you to support children and youth, as well as their families.


Portage College
Addictions Counseling
- Lac la Biche, Canada
Course
Full time
2 years
On-Campus
English
The two-year Addiction Counselling program will provide learners with comprehensive knowledge and preparation for a career in the addiction field. This program prepares learners to integrate theory and practical skills to work with individuals, families, groups, and communities. In addition to foundational skills, learners reflect on their beliefs and values to develop relevant professional skills to work with a diverse clientele, including multicultural and Indigenous populations.


Trinity Western University
BA in Psychology
- Langley City, Canada
- Richmond, Canada
BSc
Full time
18 months
Distance Learning, On-Campus, Blended
English
In a world of mounting pressures and uncertainty, there is a need for competent, compassionate professionals who work to bring healing to others. You don’t have to look very far to see that alleviating human suffering in our world involves complexities and challenges.


Stenberg College
Diploma in Counseling Therapist
- Surrey, Canada
Diploma
Full time
90 weeks
On-Campus
Stenberg’s Counseling Therapist Diploma program provides students with the stepping stones to help others overcome challenges, achieve goals and better lives. Students learn to approach and resolve real-life situations, proper self-care, ethical decision making, strengthen relationships and other applicable soft skills.


Saint Paul University
Ph.D. in Counseling and Spirituality
- Ottawa, Canada
PhD
Full time
6 years
On-Campus
English, French
The goal of this program is to educate counselors who are also researchers capable of independent and collaborative research. As researchers, they will be able to contribute to the knowledge base that informs counseling and spirituality.


Georgian College
Honours Bachelor of Counselling Psychology (HBCP)
- Orillia, Canada
- Online
Bachelor's degree
Full time
4 years
On-Campus
English
A broad range of counseling theories and techniques. Promote mental health in diverse populations. Strong foundation in research and theory. Field placements to practice skills. This program is designed for students who want to understand human behavior and use this knowledge to promote the mental health of individuals, families, groups, and communities.


Kelowna College of Professional Counselling
Diploma in Applied Psychology and Counselling
- Kelowna, Canada
Diploma
Full time
1 year
Distance Learning
English
When being a good listener isn’t enough. Learn the skills and become a professional counselor. KCPC’s specially designed one-year Diploma of Applied Psychology and Counseling consists of 16 courses, each course 3 weeks in length. The accelerated curriculum provides practical knowledge and skill training, applicable to all types of counseling settings. Graduates are prepared for a wide range of career opportunities in private practice and mental health agencies.


Kelowna College of Professional Counselling
Certificate in Applied Counselling Studies
- Kelowna, Canada
Certificate
Full time
7 months
Distance Learning
English
Specialization-- the next step in broadening your clinical practice. The Certificate in Applied Counselling Studies is designed for counselors and therapists who wish to expand their areas of clinical practice and open up career opportunities in private practice and mental health agencies. The specialized curriculum provides practical knowledge and skill training, applicable to all types of counseling settings. Practitioners can choose from a broad assortment of courses.


University of Lethbridge
Graduate Certificate in Couple and Family Counselling Studies
- Online Canada
Graduate Certificate
Part time
12 months
Distance Learning
English
The Graduate Certificate in Couple and Family Counselling Studies is the only program of its kind in Alberta! Gain key mental health-care knowledge and skills for relationships. Enhance your practice or pursue further education


City University Of Seattle | In Canada
Master of Education in School Counselling
- Edmonton, Canada
Master degree
On-Campus
English
The MEd in School Counselling Program at CityU in Canada helps students develop knowledge, skills, and values necessary for school counselling and child/adolescent counselling in non-school settings.


Herzing College
Immigration Case Manager Online or Distance Learning With Internship Program
- Toronto, Canada
Diploma
Distance Learning
English
Learn how to assist immigration consultants and lawyers with documents, file management, and client communications. Start your career as an Immigration Case Manager in just 9 months. An Immigration Case Manager assists lawyers and licensed consultants who help people immigrate to Canada.


Saint Paul University
M.A. in Counseling and Spirituality
- Ottawa, Canada
MA
Full time
2 years
On-Campus
English, French
The objective of the master’s program is to train specialists to counsel and guide couples or individuals with regard to their values, their spirituality, as well as both their individual and couple dynamics and to prepare graduates for a career in research.


Rhodes Wellnes College
Wellness Counselling Diploma Program
- Vancouver, Canada
Diploma
On-Campus
English
The Diploma in Wellness Counselling program provides instruction and activities designed to teach you how to facilitate wellness in all areas of life – physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. Our wellness courses teach you how to nurture relationships, discover creativity and attain vibrant health. The Wellness coaching training includes bodywork such as Yoga, Spiritual Practice, and Core Conditioning. We explore a variety of therapeutic techniques in your wellness training including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Schema Therapy, and the use of Therapeutic Re-enactments to improve Mental and Emotional health.
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Counseling degree programs in Canada focus on equipping students with the skills to support individuals in navigating personal and emotional challenges. This field is crucial for fostering mental well-being and promoting healthy relationships in communities.
Through courses in therapeutic techniques, students learn to assess client needs, design personalized intervention plans, and practice effective communication strategies. Canada's emphasis on experiential learning often includes supervised clinical practice, where students can apply their knowledge in real-world settings. The environment encourages independence and curiosity while exploring sensitive topics in mental health.
Students can also expect to engage in research on topics relevant to contemporary issues in counseling, such as trauma-informed care and cultural competency. Common career paths for graduates include roles as licensed counselors, mental health professionals, or family therapists. With a solid foundation in various counseling methods, graduates gain skills that are valued internationally, preparing them for diverse opportunities in many sectors.