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Master of Mental Health Counseling
- Ellensburg, United States
- 2 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 from an accredited institution
- Cumulative GPA of 3.0 on the last 90 quarter credits
- Official transcripts
- Statement of objectives of about 500 words
- Three letters of recommendation
- English test unless exempt
- Confidential Financial Statement
- Writing sample for some programmes.
Minimum GPA
3
Accepted academic background
Bachelor degree from an accredited US institution or equivalent, Official transcripts, Statement of educational and professional objectives (about 500 words), Three letters of recommendation, Confidential financial statement with bank statement, Writing sample for English, History, Theatre Studies, Law and Justice, Exercise Science
Language tests
- IELTS 6.5
- TOEFL iBT 79
- Duolingo 120
Documents you’ll need
- Passport Copy
- Academic Transcripts
- Qualification Certificates
- Curriculum Vitae
- Statement of Purpose
- English Proficiency Evidence If Required
- Proof of Financial Support
- Supporting Immigration Documents If Applicable
How to apply
- Review the graduate admission requirements and intake dates. Prepare academic records and any program-specific documents. Complete the official application and submit the requested supporting documents. Provide language proficiency evidence if required. Pay any applicable official application fee. Review the admissions decision and arrange visa documents if necessary.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $29,975 USD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $75 USD |
| Deposit | $500 USD |
Program details
| Campus | Ellensburg |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | College of the Sciences |
| Department | Mental Health Counseling |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 36 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 1 |
| Scholarship note | Scholarships may be available for eligible applicants; award amounts, Conditions and program eligibility require confirmation. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
January 2027
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March 2027
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June 2027
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September 2027
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Frequently asked questions
The program takes 2 years.
Tuition is $29,975 USD per year. The application fee is $75 USD. The deposit is $500 USD. The estimated living cost is $19,880 USD.
The minimum GPA is 3. Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 79, Duolingo 120.