Mental Health and Wellness Counseling (MA)
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Upon earning a MA in Mental Health and Wellness Counseling, students will have the foundation necessary to apply research, mental health and wellness concepts, and best practices to their role as a utilitarian counselor. Students will build this foundation through developing expertise in biological, social, and cultural factors that impact mental health and wellness to diverse populations in various counseling-related professions. Exploration in areas of lifespan development, individual counseling, group counseling, school and community counseling, trauma, and mental health concerns will also prepare students for success in their chosen counseling field. This master’s degree in mental health and wellness counseling does not lead to licensure or certification but places students on track for broad integration of mental health and wellness counseling concepts into their chosen field. Through the completion of this versatile degree, students will possess a strong foundation to deliver ethical and culturally-competent support for individuals, organizations, and communities in order to advocate for change by promoting and normalizing mental health and wellness practices.
Degree
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Graduates are inspired and prepared to become ethical mental health and wellness counselors in their chosen field. This degree is appropriate for helping professionals who work in a variety of settings, including, but not limited to, the following:
- Education
- Faith-based organizations
- Clergy
- Human services
- Community health
- Law enforcement
- Nonprofit organizations
- Management/human resources
- Military
- Higher education
Program Highlights
Relevant and engaging learning opportunities through a variety of course activities
30 hours degree with the potential to complete the entire degree in one year
All courses are 100 percent online
Asynchronous courses that allow for schedule flexibility
Admission Requirements
All College and University transcripts.
Note: The GRE is NOT required for admission.
Prerequisites
- Must hold a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
- 75 undergraduate GPA or 2.75 in the last 60 hours of undergraduate course work
- The GRE test is not required for admission to the program
Application Deadlines
8 week Program Deadline:
Spring A – Jan. 1
Spring B – March 1
Summer – May 1
Fall A – Aug. 12
Fall B – Oct. 1
Degree Plan