Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
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The University of New Haven’s online Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling prepares you to advance your career as a Licensed Professional Counselor or National Certified Counselor. The curriculum includes 700 hours of supervised clinical training in your community, as well as 100% online coursework. You can study at your own pace and finish your degree in as little as 2.5 years.
This low-residency program aligns with state of Connecticut and CACREP standards for licensed counseling professionals. You can choose an optional concentration in forensic mental health to specialize your degree for your chosen career path.
As a student at the University of New Haven, you will learn from expert faculty who are conducting real-world research and actively practicing in the field. Graduates of this program have the essential interpersonal skills and core competencies they need to be effective, ethical counselors in a variety of practice settings.
Concentration Option
Forensic Mental Health
The forensic mental health concentration prepares students for counseling specifically focused on offenders or victims in forensic settings. You will learn how criminal justice relates to psychology through coursework in forensic assessment, abnormal psychology, law, and more.
Potential Careers for Graduates
| Career | 2023 Median Annual Wage |
|---|---|
| Behavioral Therapist | $54,990 |
| Community Health Worker | $42,685 |
| Forensic Psychologist | $76,423 |
| Health Educator | $50,485 |
| Marriage and Family Therapist | $58,660 |
| Mental Health Clinician | $54,024 |
| Mental Health Counselor | $49,241 |
| School Counselor | $54,990 |
| Social or Community Service Manager | $63,959 |
| Substance Abuse Counselor | $44,807 |
Career and salary data retrieved Sept. 28, 2023, from Payscale.com.
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About the University of New Haven
The University of New Haven is a private, nonsectarian, independent university that has been recognized by The Princeton Review and U.S. News & World Report for academic excellence. Located between New York City and Boston in the shoreline city of West Haven, the University is a diverse and vibrant community of students from across the globe.
The University has been accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education since 1948 and is chartered by the General Assembly of the State of Connecticut.