Master of Arts in Mental Health Counseling

University of Indianapolis

UIndy’s MA in mental health counseling is suited for students interested in becoming a professional counselor and/or pursuing future doctoral study. You’ll gain graduate-level skills in the science of psychology, therapeutic modalities, intervention approaches, outcome evaluation, and psychological assessment and diagnosis. All preparing you to make a real difference in those who need you.

ADVANTAGES

• Faculty are dedicated to fostering high ethical standards and an appreciation for diversity
• Successful completion of degree requirements means you will be endorsed for examination eligibility as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate in Indiana, provided that you have kept and filed an accurate record of his or her practicum/internship hours and experiences
• Year-long placements allow you to integrate assessment, diagnosis, and treatment in a single setting

The MA in Mental Health Counseling is 60 credit hours in length and can be completed in 2 years (6 semesters). To complete the program in the minimum amount of time, students must attend full-time during the academic year and summers.

The MA in Mental Health Counseling curriculum is focused on preparing individuals for clinical practice to aid in the understanding, study, and treatment of human problems, as well as the enhancement of human functioning and potential. The curriculum includes foundational coursework in clinical psychology, elective courses, and a 1,000-hour practicum experience. Completion of this 60-credit hour track results in eligibility for Indiana state licensure. A master's thesis is not required. MHC students may elect to enroll in the child and adolescent concentration, which requires completion of specific electives and three additional credit hours of coursework