Program Details
The Counseling program is CACREP accredited and offers an M.A. degree in Mental Health Counseling.
- Location:
- Fort Myers, United States
- Program Type:
- Full Degree
- Degree Level:
- Master
- Specialty:
- Counseling & Therapy
Program Overview
- Program Description:
- The Counseling program is CACREP accredited and offers an M.A. degree in Mental Health Counseling. Students take common coursework in the areas of human development, legal and ethical issues of the profession, career development, appraisal methods, counseling theories, groupwork, practicum and research, and program evaluation. Additional specialized courses focusing on mental health counseling in areas such as internship, human sexuality, addictions, special populations, consultation, organization, administration and supervision, and professional development. Students are engaged in field-based activities during almost every enrollment.
Additional Program Information
- Accreditation:
- Western Association of Schools and Colleges, Accrediting Commission for Senior Colleges and Universities
- Requirements:
- 4-year regionally accredited undergraduate degree. Any of the following: a GPA of 3.0 for the last 60 undergraduate semester hours; or a combined score of 1000 or higher on quantitative and verbal sections of the GRE; or a 400 or higher on the MAT; or a graduate degree from a regionally accredited institution. 3 recommendations from professionals in the field. A written statement of career goals. Participation in a personal interview. For complete set of requirements, see catalog listing.
- International Requirements:
- TOEFL or IELTS scores if earned bachelor's degree outside the US in a country where English is not the official language. 4-year regionally accredited undergraduate degree. Any of the following: a GPA of 3.0 for the last 60 undergraduate semester hours; or a combined score of 1000 or higher on quantitative and verbal sections of the GRE; or a 400 or higher on the MAT; or a graduate degree from a regionally accredited institution. 3 recommendations from professionals in the field. A written statement of career goals. Participation in a personal interview. For complete set of requirements, see catalog listing.