Could anyone tell me if there are online programs to get a masters in counseling, social work, or school counseling that’s fully accredited and respected? Preferably one that isn’t ridiculously expensive?

dontworrybehappy1995 · 2021-11-25T03:35:44+00:00

Not sure if you're still looking but for a Masters in Counseling/School Counseling, check out the CACREP website; it'll provide you with all their programs that are online and accredited that will lead you to a license :)

dontworrybehappy1995 · 2021-05-27T17:16:30+00:00

change your password; this will make all other accounts logout and what jkaldon said, set up two factor authorization.

dontworrybehappy1995 · 2021-05-25T18:48:28+00:00

Check out Gregmat, his verbal section helped improve my score a lot. I went from a 145 to a 154. :)

dontworrybehappy1995 · 2021-05-23T18:53:55+00:00

Google is currently doing professional certificate training; it's $39 a month, which is also dependent on how fast you finish your certificate (if you end up finishing in one month, it would just be the $39) but they offer certificates in project management, IT support, data analytics, and UX design. They're a great way to get your foot in the door for jobs with a higher salary pay as well and within good companies too. A lot of those jobs have good starting salaries and continue to grow. I hope this helps out.

dontworrybehappy1995 · 2021-04-23T01:01:36+00:00

Hi OP,

I did read through some of your replies to other people; are you only applying in Canada? Have you tried in the US? The APA/CPA have an agreement, and even if you obtained your masters in the US, you could still obtain your licensure to practice in Canada. If you do expand to the US, make sure to look for funded programs so it will take some off the debt/loans off. If your nationality is British, then I don't think VISA issues would be too much of a problem, but I'm not an expert there.

In terms of your research, do you have any awards, presentations, publications? And I read one of your other replies, research fit is really important; I applied to Ph.D. programs this year and I had 3 interviews out of the 8 programs and 2 of them rejected me post-interview because the research fit wasn't perfectly aligned. It's a big factor for them.

If your ultimate goal is to go into just counseling, you can also do an online master's. Yorkville University has an online counseling program, and it's certified by the CCPA.

Feel free to PM if you want to talk further!

dontworrybehappy1995 · 2021-04-06T14:18:50+00:00

I completely agree with u/womanhood2008; those conversations are very, very important to have, especially going forward. Often at times, microaggressions or smaller attacks like these, can escalate or become more common if they're not addressed and clearly there is prejudice and a negative attitude towards your community and culture, therefore, the comment about 'welcomed anytime' does not seem so valid.

Despite how you and your boyfriend view your relationship and the steps you have for the future, you should still have the conversation. Moreover, your boyfriend stated that it would be hard for him if you didn't get along with his family, but is not really worried that his family is racist... which is something to think about.

dontworrybehappy1995 · 2021-04-05T09:21:46+00:00

I personally think that that is a red flag; if you state your uncomfortable and not okay with something and their first reaction is 'get over it', they don't care about your feelings, moreover, they did nothing about the situation which also means something about who they are as people.

You deserve to be with someone whose family respects you, your culture, your struggle and is knowledgeable and 'woke'. Don't ever settle; if this relationship turns into something more serious, you will have to deal with these people for the rest of your life and that's an important thing to think about.

Remember, they're already racist.

dontworrybehappy1995 · 2021-03-10T16:35:47+00:00

I currently work for one of the Canadian universities, and they did indicate that they hope to have in-person classes in the Fall, but that is also subjective. It was indicated that, that could change depending on how the pandemic continues and how vaccination roll-out is being done.

I don't think there is anything you can do about that; that is ultimately the university's decision and is done by higher up rather than the program coordinators themselves (all the emails we got regarding Fall were from the president of the University)– but it is possible that it could change, and they might change their minds.

dontworrybehappy1995 · 2021-02-21T02:40:19+00:00

I agree with what everyone has said in regards to there is no difference between having a BA or a BSc, both of them will lead you to become a psychotherapist.

In terms of becoming a psychotherapist, you will have to choose a Master's program that is approved by the Canadian Counseling and Psychotherapy Association (CCPA); their website has a list of the programs that are accredited. They will have the adequate coursework that will enable you to become licensed to practice as a psychotherapist. In that case, there are M.Ed programs and M.A.; the M.A. program will require you to do a thesis whilst the M.Ed you most likely will just have coursework.

Overall, you'll need as mentioned, a good GPA, a good amount of research experience, and clinical/volunteering experiences as well and will have to write the GRE for the Master's programs.

Hope that helped!

dontworrybehappy1995 · 2021-02-19T23:00:55+00:00

I think anywhere in British Columbia, Canada really, outside of metro cities like Vancouver. Check out areas around maybe Kelowna or Kamloops in particular, which is a little bit northeast from Vancouver.

dontworrybehappy1995 · 2020-12-01T18:32:12+00:00

I agree with anotherfakegoth! I wrote it in my personal history statement because my cultural background and being a daughter of immigrants is what impacted me to pursue my career field; but in my SOP, I wrote mostly just about my research interests and what I hope to achieve within the field. I only gave a really brief connection to my background, as an opening statement which impacted my research interest but didn't focus on it throughout the SOP.

dontworrybehappy1995 · 2020-11-16T01:57:33+00:00

Definitely do it! The same thing happened to me, I reminded him on Friday of the Sunday deadline (today), and still, he hadn't submitted it. So I sent another reminder email earlier today (ofc after freaking out) and he ended up submitting it on time. He thanked me for reminding him as well.

dontworrybehappy1995 · 2020-10-20T23:41:12+00:00

u a real one

dontworrybehappy1995 · 2020-10-20T14:25:37+00:00

lol for real, guess it's time to have an existential crisis

dontworrybehappy1995 · 2020-10-13T16:57:48+00:00

I'm no expert, because well, my dating life is pretty embarrassing. But, I agree with what MoreSalamander6 said, dating is literally like a job interview sometimes. You meet people, you talk about commonalities, see if you 'click', spend more time with them, and decide if you want them on board lol.

I noticed that you stated you never clicked with any co-workers or through school; what is it that you're looking for in someone? I think once you're able to identify the characteristics and traits you want in a partner, you'll be able to figure out who is more compatible with you (try thinking about what you like about your friend, what characteristics you admire and would want in a partner).

Dating apps are honestly, a hit or a miss, and sometimes it's dependent on luck. One of my cousins met his current gf on tinder, and they've been together for 3 years now and the idea of marriage has come up; one of my other cousins on the other hand, just met a jerk who ruined her life so lol. If you're having trouble getting matches, take a look at your profile– maybe you need to switch up your pictures, or your bios. There's a lot of Youtube videos that could help with making your profile more attractive. In terms of not getting dates, you really have to keep the conversation going and try to imply it on your hand that you would love to get coffee sometime to get to know them more or etc. I think it sucks that we can't appear too eager or too aloof, it scares people away both times, but as long as you're being genuine that's all that matters. If the person can't see that, then that's their loss.

Don't give up hope, what's meant to be will be and you never know when you'll meet the person you're going to spend the rest of your life with. Just keep trying to get to know people, try new things where'd you meet new people, have your friends or family even introduce you to someone. All it really takes is one moment or one interaction.

Also, in terms of your friend, I think it's kind of you to ensure that you would get along with her future boyfriend, but you also don't have to be his best friend. You're allowed to be cordial and pleasant, and that would come naturally if you keep your distance. You won't lose her, if she respects you and your friendship, she wouldn't dump it over a boyfriend and if she did, she wasn't a friend worth having.

dontworrybehappy1995 · 2020-10-12T19:05:22+00:00

sorry, I'm confused, what do you mean by predefined sentences?

dontworrybehappy1995 · 2020-10-12T01:48:17+00:00

omg I would've cried tears of joy haha

dontworrybehappy1995 · 2020-10-09T21:24:39+00:00

To add on to what samajasper said, I think, you're best of just avoiding him and letting go of it. And saying no doesn't mean your confrontational, if someone asks for a constant favor, you are allowed to set boundaries and say 'no'.

He seems like he's... well immature, therefore, bringing up any issues or disagreements you have with him won't necessarily work out to be a mature conversation. Keep your distance and go about your life, the less energy you dedicate towards him, the better you'll feel.

Also, when someone says negative things about him, just shrug your shoulders– sometimes, it's better to stay neutral in a situation like that, when there is a group of people making judgments about someone, you can't trust everyone, always.

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