Student Resources

The mission of Chi Sigma Iota is "to promote scholarship, research, professionalism, leadership and excellence in counseling, and to recognize high attainment in the pursuit of academic and clinical excellence in the profession of counseling." (CSI, 2025). As such, the Mu Chi Nu Chapter of Chi Sigma Iota (CSI) at Molloy University is dedicated to promoting excellence in the field of clinical mental health counseling. As a proud chapter of the international honor society for professional counselors, Mu Chi Nu upholds the values of scholarship, leadership, and service in our student led honor society. Our chapter provides a supportive and enriching environment for students, alumni, and faculty members who are committed to advancing the counseling profession. We offer opportunities for professional development, community service, and networking, as well as fostering a collaborative learning community.

Members of the Mu Chi Nu Chapter benefit from:
-Access to exclusive resources and educational materials.
-Participation in workshops, seminars, and conferences.
-Opportunities to engage in service projects that impact our community.
-Networking events to connect with fellow counseling professionals.
-Recognition for academic and professional achievements.

Our chapter provides a supportive and enriching environment for students, alumni, and faculty members who are committed to advancing the counseling profession. We offer opportunities for professional development, community service, and networking, as well as fostering a collaborative learning community. Students are eligible to join CSI following their first 9 graduate credits, hold a 3.5 GPA or higher, and have faculty endorsement. Join us in our mission to promote the highest standards of excellence in counseling and to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve.

For more information about the Mu Chi Nu Chapter of Chi Sigma Iota at Molloy University, please contact Dr. Orsolya Varkonyi, PhD, (OVarkonyi@molloy.edu) and Dr. Raymond Blanchard, PhD, (Rblanchard@molloy.edu) Co-Chapter Faculty Advisors. For more information about Chi Sigma Iota, please visit: www.Csi-net.org

YEAR ONE

Fall (9 Credits)

• Counseling Orientation and Ethics
• Counseling Theories
• Foundation of Counseling

Spring (9 Credits)

• Counseling Skills
• Psychopathology
• Community and Crisis

Summer (6 Credits)

• Developmental Theories in Counseling
• Addictions and Substance Abuse Counseling

YEAR TWO

Fall (9 Credits)

• Group Counseling
• Psycho-Diagnostics and Treatment in Counseling
• Assessment in Counseling

Spring (9 Credits)

• Social and Cultural Aspects of Counseling
• Methods of Research
• Marriage and Family

Summer (6 Credits)

• Career Counseling (8 Weeks)
• Counseling Practicum (Full Summer) 

YEAR THREE

Fall (6 Credits)

• Elective/Special Topics
• Internship 1
  

Spring (6 Credits)

• Internship II
• Elective/Special Topics
• Comprehensive Exam

YEAR ONE

Fall    

• MHC 5100 Counseling Orientation and Ethics
• MHC 5120 Counseling Theories

Winter Intersession

• MHC 5140 Clinical Mental Health Counseling Foundations

Spring

• MHC 5180 Counseling Skills
• MHC 5240 Psychopathology

Summer

• MHC 5160 Developmental Theories in Counseling
• MHC 5480 Addictions and Substance Abuse Counseling

YEAR TWO

Fall

• MHC 5300 Group Counseling
• MHC 5250 Psycho-diagnostics and Treatment in Counseling

Winter Intersession

• MHC Elective

Spring

• MHC 5220 Social and Cultural Aspects of Counseling
• MHC Elective

Summer

• MHC 5500 Counseling Practicum
• MHC Elective

YEAR THREE

Fall

• MHC 5260 Assessment in Counseling
• MHC 5320 Career and Vocational Counseling
• MHC 5540 Internship I

Spring

• MHC 5200 Methods of Research
• MHC 5350 Community & Crisis Mental Health Counseling
• MHC 5560 Internship II
• MHC 5950 Comprehensive Exam*

CMHC New Student Handbook 2023-2024

MHWC Handbook

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