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Clinical Mental Health Counseling - M.Ed. PDFDownload to print

College
College of Education, Health and Human Services

Department
School of Lifespan Development and Educational Sciences

405 White Hall
Tel: 330-672-2294
E-mail: oss@kent.edu
Web: www.kent.edu/ehhs/ldes

Description

The Master of Education in Clinical Mental Health Counseling prepares students for employment as counselors in community-based human service agencies (e.g., substance abuse facilities, mental health centers, child and family service agencies) as well as private counseling facilities.

Note: State and Federal background checks are required for practicum/internship experiences and to apply for Counselor Trainee status. See Program Coordinator for more information.

Admission Requirements

Official transcript(s), goal statement, two letters of recommendation, Questions in Anticipation of Licensure form and interview.

Please refer to the university policy for graduate admission.

Graduation Requirements

The M.Ed. degree curriculum is a minimum of 60 semester hours, including a 600 clock-hour internship. A pre-practicum examination and comprehensive examination  must be passed for matriculation and graduation. This program is designed to fulfill the educational requirements for licensure as a Professional Clinical Counselor in the state of Ohio. The program may be pursued on a part-time or full-time basis, although some full-time study is urged.
 

Accreditation

Council for the Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP)
 

Student Organizations

Chi Sigma Iota