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Master of Mental Health Counseling

University of Central Arkansas

Conway, United States
2.25 years
English
On campus
Master

About the program

Licensure-qualifying master's in mental health counselling.

Program highlights

Internship available: yes
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (1): yes
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 degree
GRE General Test
400-500 Word statement of interest
On-campus (or phone/video) interview
Criminal background check
Application by February 1 for summer or fall.

Minimum GPA

2.7

Accepted academic background

Completed bachelor degree (or equivalent), Official transcripts from all universities with a NACES credential evaluation (course-by-course, GPA), Passport, Bank statement for 2 semesters, Department-specific materials, Minimum GPA 2.70 (some programmes higher).

Other requirements

Interview required

Documents you’ll need

Bachelor Degree Transcript
Bachelor Degree Certificate
English Proficiency Results if required.

How to apply

Check the programme entry requirements and available intake. Complete the university application and provide the academic documents and language evidence requested for admission. Pay an application fee if applicable. Review the admission decision
Accept the offer and arrange visa documents where necessary.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$14,500 USD
Application fee	$50 USD
Deposit	$26,100 USD

Program details

Campus	Conway Campus
Faculty or school	College of Health and Behavioral Sciences
Department	Psychology and Counseling
Teaching language	English
Credit value	68
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	1
Scholarship note	Scholarship opportunities may be available to eligible students, Availability and award criteria should be confirmed with the university.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
August 2027
Apply by
1 Jul 2027
229 days left

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 2.25 years.