Certificate in MIRI Counseling and Psychology

MIRI Research Foundation and Midwest University have designed the MIRI Global Counseling and Psychology Program to cultivate counseling professionals with balanced theoretical depth and practical competence.

You too can become a professional counselor or a university professor

Modern society is changing rapidly, and the psychological and emotional challenges faced by individuals, families, schools, workplaces, and communities increasingly require professional and systematic responses. In China, rapid urbanization, intense educational competition, accelerated population aging, changing family structures, youth- related challenges, workplace stress, and emotional burnout have significantly increased the demand for professionally trained counseling and psychological support professionals.

Counseling is no longer a personal option. It has become an essential professional field for social stability and sustainable development.

In China's future society, professionally trained counselors will play a critical role in supporting emotional stability and healthy development among youth restoring and sustaining marriage and family relationships enhancing psychological adjustment and quality of life for older adults promoting mental health management and crisis prevention building psychological support systems within communities and organizations.

Recognizing these growing needs, the MIRI Research Foundation and Midwest University have jointly designed the MIRI Institute of Counseling and Psychology Program to cultivate highly qualified counseling professionals with a strong balance of theoretical depth and practical competence.

The program is structured in progressive stages, including a foundational Certificate program an Advanced Certificate program emphasizing applied practice a Professional License program designed to develop expert-level competence.

Participants may further advance into accredited U.S. university degree programs such as the Master of Arts in Counseling or Psychology, the Doctor of Philosophy in Counseling or Psychology.

Graduates who earn these degrees may qualify to serve as university faculty in counseling and psychology. All stages of the program emphasize immediate real-world application through case-based learning, specialization tracks, structured practicum, and professional supervision.

The program is open to individuals with an interest in counseling and psychology professionals in education, social services, youth development, corporate, and community sectors those preparing for a professional career transition into counseling.

Counseling is not merely a technique. It is a professional discipline dedicated to understanding people, restoring relationships, and sustaining the psychological health of society.

The expertise you develop today will become a critical human asset for the future of Chinese society. The Global Counseling and Psychology Program provides a clear and structured pathway for you to grow as a professional counselor, educator, and leader? including the opportunity to serve as a university professor in this vital field.

Now is the time to step into professional excellence.

You too can become a professional counselor or a university professor.

Certificate in Counseling and Psychology Total 12 Credits

2 Credits per Course

Program overview
This certificate program is designed to provide foundational knowledge and basic counseling skills in counseling and psychology. It is intended for individuals working or preparing to work in educational settings, youth services, parent education, community support, and coaching-related fields.

CPC 101 Introduction to Counseling and Psychology 2 Credits
This course introduces the fundamental concepts of counseling and psychology, major theoretical perspectives, and the scope and purpose of counseling practice. Students gain an overview of professional counseling roles and applications.

CPC 102 Basic Counseling Skills and Helping Communication 2 Credits
This course focuses on core helping skills such as active listening, empathy, questioning techniques, feedback, and rapport building through practice-based learning.

CPC 103 Human Development and Life Span Psychology 2 Credits
This course examines psychological development across the life span, including childhood, adolescence, adulthood, and later life. Students learn major developmental tasks and typical challenges, with attention to how development informs counseling assessment and intervention.

CPC 104 Ethics and Professional Foundations in Counseling 2 Credits
This course covers ethical principles, confidentiality, professional responsibility, and boundaries in counseling practice through applied case examples.

CPC 105 Introduction to Educational and Youth Counseling 2 Credits
This course explores emotional, behavioral, and adjustment issues commonly encountered among children and adolescents in educational settings. Students learn foundational approaches and practical strategies for supporting youth in school and youth service environments.

CPC 106 Introduction to Family and Relationship Counseling 2 Credits
This course provides an overview of family systems and interpersonal relationships, focusing on foundational concepts in parent, couple, and family counseling.

CPC 107 Introduction to Mental Health and Well-Being
This course introduces fundamental concepts of mental health, psychological well-being, and emotional resilience. Students explore common stressors, coping mechanisms, and preventive approaches that support mental wellness across populations. The course provides a foundational framework for recognizing mental health concerns and understanding the counselor's supportive role.

CPC 108 Counseling Observation and Case Awareness
This course focuses on developing observational skills and basic case awareness in counseling contexts. Students learn how to recognize client concerns, identify presenting issues, and understand counseling processes through case examples, role observation, and guided reflection. Emphasis is placed on ethical awareness and professional boundaries at the entry level.

CPC 109 Stress Management and Emotional Regulation
This course examines stress responses and emotional regulation from a counseling perspective. Students learn basic psychoeducational strategies, self-regulation techniques, and supportive counseling approaches that can be applied in schools, families, workplaces, and community settings.

CPC 110 Introduction to Group and Community Helping
This course introduces basic principles of group counseling and community-based helping approaches. Students explore group dynamics, facilitation fundamentals, and the role of counseling within community and organizational support systems. The course prepares learners for later training in group and community intervention.

Advanced Certificate in Applied Counseling Total 24 Credits

3 Credits per Course

Program overview
This advanced certificate program is designed to strengthen applied counseling skills and case analysis abilities.It prepares learners for practical counseling roles in a variety of professional settings.

ACP 201 Counseling Theories and Approaches 3 Credits
This course provides a comparative study of major counseling and psychotherapy theories, emphasizing their strengths, limitations, and practical applications.

ACP 202 School and Youth Counseling Practice 3 Credits
This course focuses on counseling approaches for academic, emotional, and interpersonal issues in school and youth environments.

ACP 203 Parent Education and Family Counseling 3 Credits
This course addresses parenting roles, caregiving stress, family communication, and counseling interventions for family-related challenges.

ACP 204 Marriage and Couple Counseling 3 Credits
This course examines couple dynamics, conflict patterns, communication strategies, and counseling techniques for relationship improvement.

ACP 205 Gerontological Counseling 3 Credits
This course focuses on psychological aging, retirement adjustment, loss, and emotional support strategies for older adults.

ACP 206 Case Conceptualization and Psychological Assessment 3 Credits
This course trains students in case analysis, intake assessment, goal setting, and structured intervention planning.

ACP 207 Group Counseling and Community Intervention 3 Credits
This course introduces group counseling theories, facilitation skills, and community-based intervention program development.

ACP 208 Applied Counseling Techniques Workshop 3 Credits
This experiential course integrates counseling techniques through role-play, case discussion, and supervised practice activities.

ACP 209 Trauma-Informed Counseling Practice 3 Credits
This course explores the psychological impact of trauma and recovery processes, with an emphasis on trauma-informed counseling approaches. Students learn crisis response strategies, emotional stabilization techniques, ethical considerations, and methods for creating safe and supportive counseling environments through applied case studies.

ACP 210 Ethical Practice and Professional Boundaries in Counseling 3 Credits
This course focuses on professional ethics, responsibility, and boundary management in counseling practice. Through real-world cases, students examine confidentiality, dual relationships, cultural sensitivity, and ethical decision-making required in diverse counseling settings.

ACP 211 Career and Life Transition Counseling 3 Credits
This course examines career development theories and the psychological challenges associated with life transitions. Students develop counseling strategies related to career choice, career change, retirement, and life-stage adjustment, applying these approaches to practical counseling scenarios.

Advanced Certificate in Applied Counseling Specialization Tracks

15 Credits per Track (3 Credits per Course)

1. Youth Counseling Specialization


ACP-Y 301 Adolescent Development and Mental Health 3 Credits
This course examines psychological, emotional, and social development during adolescence, with emphasis on common mental health challenges and counseling implications.

ACP-Y 302 Behavioral and Emotional Issues in Youth 3 Credits
This course addresses anxiety, depression, behavioral disorders, and emotional regulation issues commonly observed among youth populations.

ACP-Y 303 School-Based Counseling Interventions 3 Credits
This course focuses on counseling strategies within school settings, including academic stress, peer relationships, and adjustment difficulties.

ACP-Y 304 Youth Crisis and Risk Intervention 3 Credits
This course covers early identification and intervention strategies for self-harm risk, substance use, bullying, and crisis situations involving adolescents.

ACP-Y 305 Case Management and Counseling Practice for Youth 3 Credits
This course emphasizes case planning, documentation, collaboration with families and institutions, and applied counseling practice for youth cases.



2. Marriage and Family Counseling Specialization


ACP-F 311 Family Systems and Relationship Dynamics 3 Credits
This course introduces family systems theory and explores interaction patterns, roles, and communication within families.

ACP-F 312 Couple Counseling Theories and Techniques 3 Credits
This course examines counseling models and techniques for working with couples experiencing relational conflict and communication difficulties.

ACP-F 313 Parenting Stress and Family Adjustment 3 Credits
This course focuses on parenting challenges, family transitions, and counseling interventions that support family resilience.

ACP-F 314 Conflict Resolution and Relationship Counseling 3 Credits
This course develops skills in conflict assessment, mediation, and constructive problem-solving within intimate and family relationships.

ACP-F 315 Applied Family Counseling Case Studies 3 Credits
This course integrates theory and practice through in-depth family and couple counseling case analysis.



3. Gerontological Counseling Specialization


ACP-G 321 Psychology of Aging 3 Credits
This course explores psychological changes associated with aging, including cognition, emotional regulation, and social adaptation.

ACP-G 322 Counseling Issues in Later Life 3 Credits
This course addresses common counseling topics among older adults such as retirement, identity change, and life satisfaction.

ACP-G 323 Loss, Grief, and Adjustment Counseling 3 Credits
This course focuses on counseling interventions related to bereavement, health decline, and major life transitions in later adulthood.

ACP-G 324 Mental Health and Emotional Support for Older Adults 3 Credits
This course examines anxiety, depression, loneliness, and supportive counseling approaches for aging populations.

ACP-G 325 Case Practice in Gerontological Counseling 3 Credits
This course provides applied case analysis and counseling practice focused on older adult clients.



4. Mental Health Counseling Specialization


ACP-M 331 Foundations of Mental Health Counseling 3 Credits
This course introduces core concepts in mental health counseling, including symptom recognition and functional assessment.

ACP-M 332 Common Mental Disorders and Counseling Approaches 3 Credits
This course covers anxiety disorders, mood disorders, stress- related conditions, and counseling-based intervention strategies.

ACP-M 333 Assessment and Treatment Planning in Mental Health 3 Credits
This course focuses on intake assessment, case formulation, goal setting, and structured treatment planning.

ACP-M 334 Crisis Intervention and Stabilization 3 Credits
This course trains students in counseling responses to acute psychological distress, crisis stabilization, and referral decision- making.

ACP-M 335 Applied Mental Health Counseling Case Studies 3 Credits
This course integrates clinical knowledge through detailed analysis of mental health counseling cases.



5. Community and General Counseling Specialization


ACP-C 341 Community Counseling and Social Support 3 Credits
This course explores counseling approaches within community settings and public service environments.

ACP-C 342 Stress Management and Emotional Regulation 3 Credits
This course focuses on counseling strategies for stress, burnout, and emotional regulation across populations.

ACP-C 343 Group Counseling Techniques 3 Credits
This course introduces group counseling theory, facilitation skills, and group process management.

ACP-C 344 Counseling for Life Transitions 3 Credits
This course addresses counseling needs related to career change, relocation, family transition, and adjustment challenges.

ACP-C 345 Applied Community Counseling Practice 3 Credits
This course emphasizes practical training and case application in community counseling settings.



6. Support for Stress Reduction and Emotional Regulation through Music
Advanced Certificate Specialization 225 Hours + Practice 30

MSC 601 Foundations of Music Based Emotional Support and Ethics 45 Hours
This course introduces the foundational concepts of music based emotional support within non medical counseling contexts. Topics include professional boundaries, ethical guidelines, informed consent, confidentiality, cultural sensitivity, and responsible use of music resources.

MSC 602 Rhythm and Breathing Techniques for Emotional Stabilization 45 Hours
This course focuses on rhythm, tempo, and breathing based activities designed to support emotional stabilization and stress reduction. Students learn structured techniques applicable to both individual and group support sessions.

MSC 603 Music Based Expression and Emotional Regulation Activities 45 Hours
This course explores music based activities such as guided listening, simple improvisation, vocal expression, and body percussion to promote emotional awareness, expression, and regulation.

MSC 604 Group Music Support Facilitation and Program Design 45 Hours
Students develop skills to facilitate group based music support programs. The course covers session planning, group dynamics, participant engagement, safety considerations, and program implementation.

MSC 605 Assessment, Documentation, and Case Reporting Practice 45 Hours
This course trains students in basic assessment methods, goal setting, session documentation, progress summaries, and final reports appropriate for non medical emotional support services.

Practice Requirement
One individual support session of 50 minutes or one group support session of 90 minutes may be counted as one case. Complete documentation is required for all cases.



7. Support for Emotional Expression and Regulation through Visual Arts. Advanced Certificate Specialization 225 Hours + Practice 30 Cases


VAC 611 Foundations of Visual Arts Based Emotional Support and Ethics 45 Hours
This course introduces the principles of visual arts based emotional support, focusing on ethical practice, professional boundaries, informed consent, confidentiality, and appropriate use of creative materials in non medical settings.

VAC 612 Drawing, Color, and Symbolic Expression for Emotional Support 45 Hours
Students engage in drawing, color exploration, and symbolic activities designed to support emotional awareness, expression, and stabilization within structured support sessions.

VAC 613 Visual Arts Based Session Design for Diverse Populations 45 Hours
This course focuses on designing structured visual arts based support sessions for youth, families, older adults, and general community populations.

VAC 614 Group Visual Arts Support Facilitation and Program Development 45 Hours
Students learn facilitation skills for group based visual arts support programs, including group process management, safety considerations, and community based application.

VA C 615 Assessment, Documentation, and Case Reporting Practice 45 Hours
This course trains students in assessment methods, session documentation, progress tracking, and final summaries appropriate for non medical visual arts based emotional support services.

Practice Requirement
One individual support session of 50 minutes or one group support session of 90 minutes may be counted as one case. Complete documentation is required for all cases.

Professional License in Counseling Practice. Minimum 24 Credits

Supervised Practicum Required: 6?12 Months

Program overview
This professional license program is designed to prepare qualified individuals for independent counseling practice through advanced coursework, supervised practicum, and comprehensive case evaluation.

PLC 301 Advanced Counseling Techniques
This course focuses on advanced intervention strategies for complex individual and relational counseling cases.

PLC 202 Crisis Intervention and Trauma Counseling
This course covers assessment and intervention strategies for crisis situations, psychological trauma, and acute stress reactions.

PLC 203 Professional Ethics and Legal Issues in Counseling
This course addresses professional ethics, legal responsibilities, risk management, and standards of counseling practice.

PLC 304 Clinical Supervision and Reflective Practice
This course examines supervision models, self-reflective practice, and ongoing professional development in counseling.

PLC 305 Supervised Practicum in Counseling
Under qualified supervision, students conduct actual or simulated counseling sessions and complete 20?30 documented counseling cases.

PLC 306 Capstone Case Study and Professional Evaluation
This capstone course requires comprehensive case study documentation, professional presentation, and final competency evaluation.

Advanced Certificate Specialization Tracks

Credits per track 15 Credits per course 3

Program overview
These specialization tracks deepen competence with specific client populations and practice settings. Each track strengthens applied skills, case analysis, and field readiness through targeted coursework and practice oriented learning.

Youth Counseling Specialization

ACP Y 301 Adolescent Development and Mental Health
This course examines adolescent psychological, emotional, and social development, emphasizing common mental health concerns and counseling implications for youth support.

ACP Y 302 Behavioral and Emotional Issues in Youth
This course addresses anxiety, depression, anger, impulsivity, conduct related concerns, and emotional regulation challenges among youth. Students learn assessment informed counseling responses.

ACP Y 303 School Based Counseling Interventions
This course focuses on school setting counseling strategies related to academic stress, peer relationships, adjustment difficulties, and student support planning within educational systems.

ACP Y 304 Youth Crisis and Risk Intervention
This course trains students to identify and respond to risks such as self harm, substance use, bullying, violence, and acute crises. Emphasis is placed on early detection, stabilization, and coordinated support.

ACP Y 305 Case Management and Counseling Practice for Youth
This course develops skills in case planning, documentation, collaboration with families and institutions, and applied counseling practice for youth cases across service settings.

Marriage and Family Counseling Specialization

ACP F 311 Family Systems and Relationship Dynamics
This course introduces family systems theory and explores interaction patterns, roles, boundaries, and communication styles within families.

ACP F 312 Couple Counseling Theories and Techniques
This course reviews major couple counseling models and practice methods for relationship distress, conflict cycles, and communication breakdown.

ACP F 313 Parenting Stress and Family Adjustment
This course focuses on parenting challenges, caregiver stress, family transitions, and interventions that strengthen resilience and adaptive functioning.

ACP F 314 Conflict Resolution and Relationship Counseling
This course develops skills in conflict assessment, mediation strategies, and constructive problem solving for intimate and family relationships.

ACP F 315 Applied Family Counseling Case Studies
This course integrates theory and practice through in depth analysis of family and couple counseling cases, emphasizing case formulation and intervention planning.

Gerontological Counseling Specialization

ACP G 321 Psychology of Aging
This course explores psychological changes associated with aging, including cognition, emotional regulation, identity, and social adaptation.

ACP G 322 Counseling Issues in Later Life
This course addresses common counseling topics among older adults such as retirement transition, role change, loneliness, meaning, and life satisfaction.

ACP G 323 Loss Grief and Adjustment Counseling
This course trains students in counseling responses to bereavement, health decline, and major life transitions, emphasizing supportive interventions and adaptation.

ACP G 324 Mental Health and Emotional Support for Older Adults
This course examines anxiety, depression, isolation, and emotional support approaches appropriate for older adult clients.

ACP G 325 Case Practice in Gerontological Counseling
This course provides applied case analysis and counseling practice focused on older adult clients, emphasizing ethical sensitivity and practical planning.

Mental Health Counseling Specialization

ACP M 331 Foundations of Mental Health Counseling
This course introduces core concepts in mental health counseling, including symptom recognition, functional assessment, and counseling scope in mental health support.

ACP M 332 Common Mental Disorders and Counseling Approaches
This course covers counseling oriented approaches for anxiety disorders, mood disorders, stress related conditions, and related concerns, emphasizing evidence informed practice principles.

ACP M 333 Assessment and Treatment Planning in Mental Health
This course focuses on intake assessment, case formulation, goal setting, and structured treatment planning to guide consistent counseling progress.

ACP M 334 Crisis Intervention and Stabilization
This course trains students in counseling responses to acute psychological distress, crisis stabilization strategies, and appropriate referral and coordination decisions.

ACP M 335 Applied Mental Health Counseling Case Studies
This course integrates clinical reasoning through detailed case analysis, emphasizing ethical practice, intervention selection, and outcome evaluation.

Community and General Counseling Specialization

ACP C 341 Community Counseling and Social Support
This course explores counseling approaches in community settings and public service environments, emphasizing social support systems and accessible intervention models.

ACP C 342 Stress Management and Emotional Regulation Counseling
This course focuses on counseling strategies for stress, burnout, and emotional regulation across diverse populations, including skills training and coping support.

ACP C 343 Group Counseling Techniques
This course introduces group counseling theory, facilitation competencies, group process management, and practical session structuring.

ACP C 344 Counseling for Life Transitions
This course addresses counseling needs related to career change, relocation, family transition, and adjustment challenges, emphasizing practical planning and resilience support.

ACP C 345 Applied Community Counseling Practice
This course emphasizes hands on case work and program based counseling interventions within community contexts, including planning, delivery, and evaluation basics.

Master of Arts ( MA) or Doctor of Philosophy ( Ph.D.) programs in Counseling / Psychology.

Individuals who complete the above certificate and professional training programs, or who intend to pursue formal degree studies in counseling or psychology, may continue their academic progression into graduate degree programs.

Qualified participants may apply for admission to the Master of Arts or Doctor of Philosophy programs in Counseling or Psychology. Subject to academic review and university policy, selected coursework completed in the certificate or professional license stages may be considered for transfer credit or advanced standing toward degree requirements.

Midwest University offers fully structured and accredited Master's and Doctoral programs that emphasize advanced theory, research competence, supervised practice, and professional leadership development in counseling and psychology. These degree programs are designed for individuals seeking long-term professional practice, academic teaching roles, research careers, or leadership positions in education, healthcare, and community services.

Prospective students who wish to obtain detailed information about Midwest University's MA and PhD programs are encouraged to visit the official university website at Midwest.edu. There, applicants can review degree curricula, admission requirements, academic policies, faculty profiles, delivery formats, and program-specific guidelines.

Through this clearly defined academic pathway, learners may transition seamlessly from professional certification to graduate and doctoral education, enabling sustained professional growth, academic advancement, and eligibility for university-level teaching and leadership roles.

Tuition fee

Application fee	US $ 100
Administration fee	Per semester US $ 500
Certificate in Counseling and Psychology 12 Credits	Per credit: US $ 295 x 12=$3,540.00
Advanced Certificate in Applied Counseling 24 Credits	Per credit: US $ 395 x 24=$9,480.00
Professional License in Counseling Practice Minimum 24 Credits	Per credit: US $ 395 x 24=$9,480.00
M.A in Counseling / Psychology 48 Credits	Per credit: US $ 495 x 48=$23,760.00 + fee
Ph.D. In Counseling / Psychology 60 Credits	Per credit: US $ 550 x 60=$33,000.00 + fee

MIRI Institute of Counseling / Psychology
Beijing Counseling Center
Official Service Fee Guidelines

Service Operation Principles

All counseling services provided by this center are offered strictly within the scope of non-medical psychological counseling. The center does not provide psychiatric diagnosis, medical treatment, or medication-related consultation. When necessary, clients will be referred to appropriate medical or psychiatric institutions.

Counseling sessions are conducted based on standard session durations. Prior to the start of counseling, clients are required to review and sign informed consent forms and confidentiality agreements.

Individual Counseling Fee Guidelines

Standard Individual Counseling
Sessions are conducted on a 50-minute basis.
Fees for initial and general counseling sessions range from 300 to 400 RMB per session.
Sessions with experienced counselors are typically priced between 500 and 800 RMB per session.
Sessions with senior counselors or counselors with international professional experience may be priced between 900 and 1,200 RMB per session.

Brief Check-In Counseling
Sessions are conducted on a 30-minute basis.
This service is limited to brief emotional check-ins, stress monitoring, and follow-up support. Fees range from 180 to 300 RMB per session.
This service is not recommended for in-depth exploration or ongoing counseling needs.

Trainee Counseling Program Fee Guidelines

Supervised Trainee Counseling
Sessions are conducted on a 50-minute basis.
All trainee counseling sessions are provided under formal supervision and require prior disclosure to clients. Fees range from 100 to 150 RMB per session.
Each trainee session includes supervision, documentation, and case review by an internal supervisor.

Couple and Family Counseling Fee Guidelines

Couple Counseling
Sessions are conducted on a 60-minute basis.
Fees range from 600 to 900 RMB per session.
Services focus on conflict mediation, communication improvement, and relationship coaching.

Family Counseling Sessions are conducted on a 60-minute basis. Fees range from 700 to 1,000 RMB per session.
When children or adolescents are involved, written consent from a legal guardian is required.

Parent Coaching and Youth Counseling Fee Guidelines

Parent Coaching
Sessions are conducted on a 50-minute basis. Fees range from 400 to 600 RMB per session.
Services include parenting stress management, communication skills, and academic or career-related coaching.

Youth Counseling
Sessions are conducted on a 50-minute basis. Fees range from 300 to 500 RMB per session.
Parental or guardian consent is required, and parent feedback sessions may be included when appropriate.

Group Counseling and Workshop Fee Guidelines

Small Group Counseling
Group size typically ranges from six to ten participants.
Sessions are conducted on a 90-minute basis, with fees ranging from 150 to 300 RMB per participant per session.
Programs focus on preventive themes such as stress management, relationship improvement, and emotional regulation.

Workshops and Programs
Programs are offered in half-day or full-day formats.
Participation fees range from 300 to 1,000 RMB, depending on the nature and scope of the program.

Package and Long-Term Service Policy

Packages of five or ten individual counseling sessions may be offered.
Package purchases may receive a discount ranging from five to fifteen percent per session.
Refund, cancellation, and rescheduling policies for packages are clearly specified in the service agreement.

Client Notices and Disclosures

Counseling services provided by this center are not medical treatment and do not replace psychiatric care.
If serious psychological distress, crisis, or risk of self-harm is identified, immediate referral to appropriate medical or emergency services will be initiated.
All counseling records and communications are kept confidential within the limits permitted by law.
Counseling fees, cancellation policies, and scheduling procedures are communicated in advance.