Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling
Harold Abel School of Social and Behavioral Sciences
Department of Counseling
General Mental Health Counseling specialization
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[pic]Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling
Harold Abel School of Social and Behavioral Sciences
Department of Counseling
General Mental Health Counseling specialization
Develop the theoretical knowledge and practical skills you need to assess and treat mental and emotional disorders and promote optimum mental health.
This specialization is recognized by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP).
Successful graduates of this program often pursue mental health counselor positions in a mental health care setting such as an institutional community, hospital, clinic or private practice.
With this specialization, you will learn how to…
• Apply mental health counseling theories and research
• Deliver culturally and ethnically sensitive counseling services
• Think critically in the discipline of counseling
• Align clinical practice and professional development with state and national standards
Licensure information: Begin to research and understand your state's licensure requirements right away, find answers to common questions, explore how Capella programs fit with your state's standards and requirements, and get links to important state resources. Visit the licensure website for mental health professionals.
CACREP-Accredited
Capella currently offers three CACREP-accredited master's specializations: Mental Health Counseling, Marriage and Family Counseling/Therapy and School Counseling.
Learn why CACREP accreditation is important
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• Advantages of Capella's accreditation(pdf)
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