MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Residential Clinical Mental Health Counseling Master’s Program
The Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling (CMHC) is a 60-hour graduate-level residential program designed to meet the Virginia requirements for licensure as a Professional Counselor (LPC). The faculty provides quality professional training of clinical mental health counselors from a faith-based perspective.
Our mission is to produce ethically and spiritually aware mental health counselors who possess the knowledge, values, skills, and personal disposition to promote the mental health and holistic wellness of clients across diverse populations. Our mission is achieved in significant measure by offering rigorous academic programs, dynamic interaction with mentors and faculty, and carefully structured practica and internships.
- 60-hour graduate program (practicum and internship required)
- Graduate assistantships available
- Program Accreditation: CACREP
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Academic Information
Residential-Based Courses
16-week Classroom Instructional Format
Credit Hours
60 credit hours
Program of Study
- Clinical Mental Health Counseling (M.A.) Degree Completion Plan
- Clinical Mental Health Counseling Residential Program Handbook
Admissions Requirements
Find M.A.in Clinical Mental Health Counseling admissions requirements.
Courses You Could Take
- Orientation to Counselor Profession Identity & Function (COUC 500)
- Theories of Counseling (COUC 510)
- Research and Program Evaluation (COUC 515)
- Career Development and Counseling (COUCC 522)
- Psychopathology (COUC 546)
- Clinical Diagnosis & Treatment Planning (COUC 667)
Course Information
M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Career Opportunities
- Mental health agency
- Public or private practice
- Faith-based counseling opportunities
- Hospital settings
- Residential treatment facilities