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Diploma of Mental Health Counseling
New York Institute of Technology
- Old Westbury, United States
- English
- On campus
- Diploma
About the program
Licensure-qualifying master's in mental health counselling.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: no
- Post-study work rights (0 year): no
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Learners studying Mental Health Counseling can develop the ability to interpret health-related evidence
- Apply appropriate safety and professional practices
- Communicate effectively with patients or stakeholders and evaluate care or service needs
- And apply advanced analytical or reflective approaches to complex work. These are indicative learning goals
- Not a confirmed list of the university's assessed course outcomes.
Career outcomes
- Community and mental health agencies
- Private practice
- Schools
- College campuses
- Substance disorder programs
Curriculum
- 60 credits over three years
- Full or part time
- Day or evening with some online courses. Practicum and internship
- Areas of focus chosen by the student
- CASAC-T credential option and NCMHCE exam preparation.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
- Programme-specific requirements (some certificates require a prior licence or certification).
Accepted academic background
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution, Programme-specific admission requirements.
Language tests
- IELTS 6.0
- TOEFL iBT 79
- PTE Academic 53
- Duolingo 105
Documents you’ll need
- Academic Transcripts
- English Language Test Results (If Applicable).
How to apply
- Check the certificate requirements and deadlines. Apply through graduate admissions online (50 USD fee). Provide proof of a bachelor's degree
- Transcripts and English test scores. Receive the offer. Submit the financial affidavit and bank letter to obtain the I-20 where F-1 study is available. Apply for the visa.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $33,300 USD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $50 USD |
| Deposit | $500 USD |
Program details
| Campus | New York City |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | College of Arts & Sciences |
| Department | Psychology and Counseling |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 15 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 0 year |
| Scholarship note | University scholarship eligibility, Funding and application conditions require confirmation. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
January 2027
Apply by
1 Dec 2026
17 days leftProgram starts
September 2027
Apply by
1 Jul 2027
229 days left
Frequently asked questions
The next deadline is 1 Dec 2026. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $33,300 USD per year. The application fee is $50 USD. The deposit is $500 USD. The estimated living cost is $31,000 USD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.0, TOEFL iBT 79, PTE Academic 53, Duolingo 105.