Counseling, M.A.: Clinical Mental Health Counseling Option
Program Description
The Master of Arts in Counseling, Clinical Mental Health Counseling Option is CACREP accredited (Union and Tom's River New Jersey campuses). It provides education and training in professional counseling for work in a variety of settings including agencies, community organizations, mental health centers, hospitals, and private centers. The program provides comprehensive training involving the knowledge and skills required to work effectively as a professional counselor. Graduates will be immediately eligible to apply for the Licensed Associate Counselor (LAC) credential and take the National Counselor Examination (NCE), if they have not already done so. Students will be able to work in community organizations, counseling and mental health centers, hospitals, private for profit centers and counseling practices while working under supervision to complete the remaining portion of the 4,500 supervised clinical hours.
Degree Requirements
- 60 credits
- All students conditionally admitted; following successful completion of core courses, faculty meet to assess whether the student will advance to full admission.
- Practicum and 2 internships
- CPCE (comprehensive examination)
Curriculum
Core Courses 9
(Students must be fully admitted following completion of the three core courses)
Required Courses 24
Specialized Courses 18
Practicum and Internship 9
Total Credit Hours: 60