"The Future of Counseling Education" Interview with Kevin Doyle, Ed.D., President/CEO Hazelden Betty Ford Graduate School"The Future of Counseling Education" Interview with Kevin Doyle, Ed.D., President/CEO Hazelden Betty Ford Graduate School
Behavioral Health Integration
Kevin Doyle discusses the evolving landscape of counseling education and workforce challenges in mental health.
53:56•22 Nov 2022
Kevin Doyle on Shaping the Future of Counseling Education
“I'd like to see people consider addiction counseling or mental health counseling in general as a viable career path, and if I can help the workforce to grow, then I will have felt successful.”
Ever wondered what it takes to shape the future of counseling education? In this episode of 'Behavioral Health Integration', host Jacob Minnig sits down with Kevin Doyle, President and CEO of Hazelden Betty Ford Graduate School. Doyle shares his fascinating journey into the mental health and addiction field, shedding light on the ins and outs of graduate school programs. They dive into what students can expect, including the importance of certain classes and potential changes to program prerequisites.
One hot topic they tackle is whether work experience can substitute for a bachelor's degree when entering a master's program. The conversation also touches on the often tricky issue of gatekeeping in graduate schools, discussing both student and professor perspectives. Doyle offers his thoughts on current workforce challenges in behavioral health and how the profession can evolve to better support future generations of mental health and addiction specialists.
His passion for the field is palpable, leaving listeners with a hopeful outlook on the future of counseling education. If you're curious about the evolving landscape of mental health education and want to hear from a leader in the field, this episode is a must-listen.
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