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With our Catholic liberal arts heritage and over 100 degree programs, including nursing and marine biology, from bachelors through PhDs, we've got your options covered. Focus on arts and sciences, business, education, social work, communication, nursing, medical sciences, theology, or law. Take things further with personalized research and experiential learning opportunities, on and off-campus. Enhance your prospects with hands-on internships at some of the country's top organizations.

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Barry University Students

The path to your perfect career begins with planning and support. Career Development has resources for you to help you make the most of your time at Barry. Guidance is just an appointment away.

Service-learning integrates relevant community service with course work and critical reflection to enrich the learning experience, foster social responsibility and civic engagement, and strengthen communities.

Service-Learning

The Honors Program at Barry is designed to challenge, enrich, and prepare especially motivated students to pursue their fullest potential. By participating in a rigorous curriculum rounded out by an array of edifying and interactive events, students explore crucial issues that we face in our daily lives. Students are given the space for discussion and debate and the opportunity to learn from experts in their fields. The Office of Financial Aid can assist with determining eligibility for the Honors Program.

The Monsignor William Barry Memorial Library is located in the center of the beautiful Miami Shores campus of Barry University. The Library is named in loving memory of Monsignor William Barry, one of the founders of Barry University and an inspirational figure in the Catholic Church within the Archdiocese of Miami. The extensive Library research collections include more than 950,000 physical items, over 40,000 print and on-line journal subscriptions, and several thousand on-line books and streaming video resources.

At Barry University, you will experience a small community atmosphere where you can always rely on our administrators and faculty for advice, encouragement and personal attention. We take great pride in giving individual attention from the very beginning. You can start building a personal relationship with one of our admissions counselors who will help answer any questions, and guide you through the entire admissions and enrollment process.

Continuing Education (CE) offers a variety of courses and non-credit programs designed to respond to the diverse educational interests and lifelong learning needs of individuals of all ages. We offer certificate, credential exam preparation, and licensure programs for professional and personal enrichment.

High school students: Get a jump-start on your college education with dual enrollment courses from Barry University! You can earn high school and college credit at the same time, right at your own school.

Dual Enrollment

We are committed to providing programs and services that are guided by Barry University's rich educational mission and intended to enhance your Barry experience. Through partnerships with others in the university community, we aim to create experiences that will help transform you into leaders for a just and humane world.

We are an NCAA Division II school and a member of the Sunshine State Conference with 12 varsity teams, including men's baseball, basketball, golf, soccer and tennis; and women's basketball, golf, rowing, soccer, softball, tennis and volleyball. So far, we've won 24 NCAA championships, had 338 All-Americans, 413 Scholar All-Americans, and nine NCAA "Women of the Year" finalists, the most of any Division II school. Not bad at all, but we're going for more.

Campus Life

For students currently enrolled in classes at Barry, we have a wealth of resources you can tap into to bring ease and efficiency to your university experience. Get the help you need with administrative or financial questions, or check out course catalogs to help plan your schedule by semester. All the information you need to excel is at your fingertips.

Human Development or Counseling Program

School of Education, Leadership, and Human Development

Programs Overview

Barry University's Human Development programs empower you to drive positive growth and change at both the individual and organizational level. Through each of our Human Resource, Coaching, and Counseling offerings, we prioritize hands-on, experiential learning, a highlight of which is our community-focused CARE Center (Counseling, Assessment, Research, and Education), a clinical-training resource located on our Miami Shores campus.

Our goal is to position you for career success as a Counseling or Human Development expert in the field of your choice. No matter which program you choose, you'll enjoy direct mentorship from experienced faculty, flexible course delivery, and financial support. Upon completing your degree or certificate program, you'll join the ranks of our esteemed graduates who are guiding individuals and organizations toward self-actualization and sustainable futures.

Program Options

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  • Human Resource Development (MS)

    The Human Resource Development (MS) program equips you to lead strategically and effectively in the areas of learning and development, talent development, organization development, leadership development, and inclusion and diversity.

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  • Counseling (MS)

    The MS in Counseling programs blend traditional didactic approaches to teaching with experiential methods, including role-play opportunities and participating in a group experience. Our professors are committed to providing a rigorous but distinctive program for our students.

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  • Doctor of Philosophy in Counseling (PhD)

    Barry University offers a PhD in Counseling program that inspires your vision and passion while providing you with the skills necessary to be a leader in the field of counseling.

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  • School Psychology (MS/SSP)

    This degree program is designed for students who wish to work closely with individuals from birth to age 21 in the school environment.

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  • Human Resource Administration Post-Baccalaureate Certificate

    The Human Resource Administration Post-Baccalaureate Certificate program addresses the essential HR body of knowledge recommended by the Society of Human Resource Management (SHRM) in order to prepare for the PHR and SPHR certification exams.

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  • Professional Coach talking to a group of business people

    Professional Coaching Certificate Program

    This Professional Coaching Certificate is an 11-month program designed for those pursuing a career in coaching and looking for premier preparation to coach clients in top leadership positions.

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  • HR manager solving HR puzzle

    SHRM® & Human Resources

    The Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM®) is the leading global HR professional organization. Whether you’re just starting your HR career or have years of HR experience, SHRM courses can help you adapt to a fast-changing industry and give you the credentials you need to advance your HR career.

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