Master of Science in Counseling

The Master of Science in Counseling's clinical mental health counseling track is designed for students who want a broader curriculum in applied psychology with a goal of conducting evidence-based assessment and treatment of people with mental health concerns.

Program Description

Courses in this 60-credit program will give you the knowledge and tools to conduct clinical interventions with diverse groups of clients of all ages. You will explore methods, techniques, and best practices for helping clients cope more effectively with psychiatric diagnoses and other psychosocial stressors. In addition, you’ll complete 700 hours of supervised practicum/internship experiences.

What will I do as a clinical mental health counselor?

Upon graduation, you’ll be ready to apply for Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) credentials in Indiana. As a LMHC, you can:

• Practice in a range of settings and seek employment with nonprofit organizations, social service agencies, hospitals, inpatient and outpatient facilities, community clinics, and private practices.
• Assess and diagnose clients with a wide range of mental health concerns.
• Implement an array of evidence-based treatments to guide clients to improved psychosocial wellness.
• Know when and how to help clients obtain resources and services for improved quality of life, identify signs of abuse, and recognize those at risk for harming themselves or others.
• Establish a professional identity as a master’s-level scientist-practitioner.

Course Descriptions  Clinical Mental Health Program of Study

(For students who want to complete the school counseling track in addition to the mental health counseling track, a dual licensure program of study can be developed.)

When do classes start?

Program Description

Our 60-credit curriculum includes a range of required courses on relevant topics identified in the CACREP core competencies. It also includes 700 hours of supervised practicum/internship experience. Upon graduation, you will be prepared to:

• Pursue initial K-12 school counseling licensure through the Indiana Department of Education.
• Successfully complete Indiana’s CORE Assessments for Educators.
• Apply Indiana’s Rules for Educator Preparation and Accountability (REPA) standards.

What will I do as a school counselor?

Licensed school counselors work with children and teens in public and private K-12 school settings. They help elementary and secondary students build the required skills for academic and social success. School counselors meet with students individually for one-on-one sessions. They lead group sessions for students experiencing similar challenges or barriers to success. They also create and deliver special programs or curricula about topics that can impact all youth, like abuse, divorce, bullying, drugs and alcohol, suicide, and family issues.

Course Descriptions   School Counseling Program of Study

When do classes start?