Union Institute and University

Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Preparing you for certification or licensure as a professional counselor, Union Institute and University's master of arts program in clinical mental health counseling is a CACREP accredited online degree. Through a hybrid instruction format, online coursework is combined with face-to-face experiences through residencies. Students can enroll in full-time or part-time tracks in January, May, or August. Graduates of the clinical mental health program at Union Institute and University are prepared for careers in a variety of settings providing mental health services to individuals, group, and organizations.

Program Information

School Name: 
Union Institute and University

Program Name: Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Program Length: Two years minimum

Enrollment Type: Full-Time or Part-Time


Instruction Methods: Synchronous


Social Media: Twitter

Phone Number: (800) 861-6400

Program Requirements:

• 60 Credits
• 100 Hour Practicum
• 600 Hour Internship
• Attend Three 3-day Residencies
• Completion of the Counselor Preparation Comprehensive Examination (CPCE)

Admission Requirements:

• Undergraduate degree from an accredited university
• Official transcripts from previous universities
• Minimum 3.0 GPA recommended
• Completed online application
• Resume or curriculum vitae
• Personal Statement: Personal and professional goals
• Professional reference - at least one from a person who can evaluate potential for clinical work
• Individual Interview

Application Deadlines: January, May, and August start dates