1. Marist College
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  4. MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling

MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling

2 Years On Campus Masters Program

Marist College

Program Overview

The Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling Program and its Core Counseling Faculty is the academic unit solely responsible for the preparation of students in the program. The Counseling Program is housed within the Psychology Department of the School of Social and Behavioral Sciences and provides the academic preparation necessary to become a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in NY State. The 60-credit Clinical Mental Health Counseling Program emphasizes the personal and professional growth of its students, fostering self-awareness and a deeper understanding of others. The Program curriculum is rich in coursework stressing the theory and practice of evidence-based counseling and underscores the importance of a multicultural approach throughout the training process. Counselors-in-training will gain the knowledge and skills necessary to provide quality mental health care to help their clients function effectively in all aspects of their lives.

Program Key Stats

$870 (Per Credit)



Eligibility Criteria


Additional Information & Requirements

Transcripts from the previously attended schools, Bachelors degree in a relevant subject, English language profeciency test scores (minimum score of 80 for TOEFL and 6.5 for IELTS), 3 letters of recommendations, Resume, Personal Statement, GRE test scores

Career Options

  • Clinical psychologist
  • Counselling psychologist
  • Educational psychologist
  • Forensic psychologist

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