Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Overview
This program provides students with theoretical and practical training necessary to work in a variety of mental health settings. Such settings include community mental health, private practices, medical facilities, substance abuse programs, correctional facilities and more. The Counseling program meets requirements set forth by the Center for Credential & Education allowing students to sit for the National Counselor Examination (NCE) or the National Clinical Mental Health Counselor Examination (NCMHCE) prior to graduation. To secure a license to practice, many states require a passing score on the NCE or NCMHCE.
Certification Requirements
Evangel University's Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling prepares graduates for certification within the State of Missouri. Requirements may differ from state to state. The Evangel website maintains a list of certification requirements of all 50 states and U.S. Territories. You may find the Certification Requirements list under the Important Links heading on the following web page: Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling (Online & Seated) - Evangel University
Clinical Mental Health Degree Requirements
Elective Courses
Take 6 credits of elective courses.
Seated/Residential Option
Requirements are the same for the seated/residential and online programs except that online students are required to take the following summer residencies: