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Clinical Mental Health Counseling M.A.

Program Overview

College of Education and Behavioral Sciences

General Master's Degree Admission Requirements

View delivery options, start terms and admission requirements.

Chair: Heather Helm, Ph.D.

Location: McKee 248

Telephone: 970-351-2731

Website: www.unco.edu/cebs/applied-psychology-counselor-education/

This program is accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs.

The Clinical Mental Health Counseling master's degree prepares professional counselors for licensure as Licensed Professional Counselors (LPC). Graduates work in a variety of settings, including community mental health centers, hospitals, private practice, addictions, residential treatment, etc. 

Degree Requirements — 60-72 Credits

Required Major Credits — 60 hours

APCE 603Understanding Children, Adolescents, and Their Systems

3
APCE 605Group Laboratory Experience

1
APCE 607Theories of Counseling

3
APCE 612Practicum in Individual Counseling

5
APCE 616Career Theory, Counseling and Assessment

3
APCE 619Practicum II in Individual Counseling

3
APCE 623Understanding and Counseling Diverse Populations

3
APCE 624Assessment and Treatment of Substance Abuse

3
APCE 650Orientation to Clinical Counseling

3
APCE 657Legal and Ethical Aspects of Counseling and Psychology

3
APCE 658Diagnosis and Treatment Planning

3
APCE 660Psychological Consultation: Theory and Practice

3
APCE 661Psychological Trauma and Intervention for Individuals, Families and Communities

3
APCE 662Group Dynamics and Facilitation

3
APCE 665Family Systems

3
APCE 673Appraisal and Assessment in Counseling

3
APCE 692Internship in Clinical Counseling

1- 9
PSY 530Life Span Developmental Psychology

3
SRM 600Introduction to Graduate Research

3

APCE 692: Take 6 hours

Recommended Electives

APCE 508Workshop

1- 3
APCE 609Foundations of Play Therapy

3
APCE 617Play Therapy: Theory and Practicum

3
APCE 668Sexuality Counseling

3
APCE 785Advanced Practicum in Community Engagement: Campus Connections

1

Program can be completed with 60 credits but elective credits may be needed to meet certificate and/or certification requirements. 

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