Program of study leading to a Master's of Science (M.S.) degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling (CMHC). Total credits required for M.S. degree is 60 credits. Students will choose 3 out of the 5 elective courses offered. All other courses are mandatory.
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Course No.
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Course Description
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Credits
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Required Courses (51 credits required):
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MHC 5100
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Counseling Orientation and Ethics
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3
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MHC 5120
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Counseling Theories
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3
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MHC 5140
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Clinical Mental Health Counseling Foundations
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3
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MHC 5160
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Developmental Theories
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3
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MHC 5180
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Counseling Skills
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3
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MHC 5200
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Methods of Research
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3
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MHC 5220
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Social and Cultural Aspects of Counseling
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3
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MHC 5240
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Psychopathology
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3
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MHC 5250
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Psycho-diagnostics and Treatment in Counseling
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3
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MHC 5260
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Assessment in Counseling
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3
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MHC 5300
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Group Counseling
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3
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MHC 5320
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Career and Vocational Counseling
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3
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MHC 5350
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Community and Crisis Mental Health Counseling
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3
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MHC 5480
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Addictions and Substance Abuse Counseling
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3
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MHC 5500
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Counseling Practicum
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3
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MHC 5540
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Internship in Counseling I
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3
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MHC 5560
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Internship in Counseling II
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3
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Electives (Complete 3 courses for 9 credits):
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9
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MHC 5400
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Spirituality and Counseling
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3
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MHC 5420
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Social Justice and Advocacy Issues in Counseling
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3
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MHC 5440
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Marriage and Family Counseling
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3
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MHC 5460
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Psychopharmacology for the Mental Health Counselor
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3
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MHC 5490
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Special Topics in Counseling
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3
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MHC 5900
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Advanced Study in Mental Health Counseling
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3
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Thesis Course (0 credits required):
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MHC 5950
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Comprehensive Exam and e-Portfolio
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0
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Total Credits Required =
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60
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