Overview

The University of North Carolina at Charlotte offers a sequence of graduate counseling courses with an emphasis in play therapy. The goal of the program is to prepare students to work with children who are 10 years and younger in a developmentally appropriate way in both school counseling and community settings.

The program is available for students who have completed a master’s degree in counseling, social work or psychology and want additional training in play therapy.  In addition, students currently enrolled in the master's or doctoral program in the Department of Counseling may take the coursework required for the Graduate Certificate as a part of their Program of Study.

The Graduate Certificate in Play Therapy will meet the post-master’s educational requirements, as specified by the Association for Play Therapy (APT) for the Registered Play Therapist (RPT) credential. The Graduate Certificate is recognition of academic achievement and enhances professional standing.

Certificate Requirements

Students must take four (12 credits) of the courses below to complete the Graduate Certificate.  All courses must be taken at UNCC and must be completed within four years. 

CSLG 7142               Introduction to Play Therapy¹   (Spring, Summer)

CSLG 7143               Filial Therapy  (Alternate Fall – even years)

CSLG 7144               Theory and Practice of Play Therapy (Alternate  
                              Fall – odd years)

CSLG 7145               Special Topics in Play Therapy (Spring) ²

CSLG 6200               Introduction to Theories of Family Counseling (Spring)

CSLG 7430 or
CSLG 7435             Practicum or Internship in Counseling³

1 Introduction to Play Therapy (CLSG 7142) is a pre-requisite for CSLG 7143, CSLG 7144, and CSLG 7435.

2 May be repeated for credit.

³ Only an option for students who are currently enrolled in the Department of Counseling and with permission of Graduate Coordinator.

Admission Requirements

• A master’s degree in counseling, social work, or psychology from an accredited university or a current student admitted to the Department of Counseling
• Online application to Graduate Admissions accompanied by the application fee in effect.
• GPA required for entry into a master’s degree program.
• Official transcripts
• A statement of purpose as to why the applicant seeks admission to the program

For more information contact:

Dr. Phyllis Post, LPC, RPT
Department of Counseling
UNC Charlotte
9201 University City Blvd.
Charlotte, NC 28223-0001
704-687-8961
ppost@uncc.edu
 

The University Catalog, application forms and materials can be obtained from:

The Graduate School
UNC Charlotte
9201 University City Blvd.
Charlotte, NC 28223-0001
704-687-3366
704-687-3279 (Fax)

Graduate Admissions Web Site

Note: the University Catalog and current Schedule of Courses are available online.