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 accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP). 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, groups, and organizations.
Program Information
School Name: Union Institute and University
Program Name: Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Program Length: Two Years
Enrollment Type: Full-Time or Part-Time
Instruction Methods: Asynchronous and Synchronous
Social Media: Union Institute and University on Twitter
Phone Number: (800) 861-6400
Program Requirements:
- 60 Credits
- 100 Hour Practicum
- 600 Hour Internship
- Attend Two 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
Union Institute and University’s program information was last updated in April of 2020. For more information, visit the university's website above.