Mental Health Counseling Degree Overview
Keiser’s Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling provides comprehensive preparation for professional practice as a counselor in several career settings, from private practice to rehabilitation facilities. Students apply insights from classroom instruction in carefully supervised practical experiences in the field. Core coursework integrates mental health counseling theories and approaches, principles and practices of diagnosis, evidence-based treatments, and strategies for referral, prevention, and advocacy to meet the needs of diverse clients.
Program Mission
The mission of the Clinical Mental Health Counseling program is to prepare ethical and well-rounded mental health counselors who function in a variety of settings to help a diverse clientele achieve positive personal change. The program aims to offer educational and clinical experiences that emphasize multiculturalism and provide opportunities for professional and personal growth. The intent is to provide students with the skills, knowledge, and attitudes which will enable them to function competently in the challenging and dynamic world of the professional counselor.
What Can You Expect to Learn
Keiser University’s master’s in mental health counseling program gives aspiring counselors the ability to make a positive difference for the field of mental health and wellness. Upon completion of this program, students will be able to:
- Better understand the role, function, and professional identity of counselors and the unique contributions to mental health they make
- Internalize the ethical and legal considerations and principles and professional of clinical mental health counseling
- Speak to the various theoretical perspectives on human behavior and articulate their own rationale and approach to counseling
- Use effective strategies for client advocacy and matters of equity and accessibility
- Apply individual, family, group, and systems modalities for counseling prevention, crisis intervention, occupational counseling, and self-help encouragement
- Help develop appropriate counseling plans to diagnosed issues
Career Pathways in Mental Health Counseling
Upon graduation from our on-campus or online counseling program, you will have earned a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling as well as gained the abilities you need to:
- Provide relevant counseling services from overcoming addictions to planning careers
- Counsel correctly and professionally from a legal and ethical standard of care
- Advocate for clients in matters of equity and accessibility
- And more
Through Keiser’s master’s degree in mental health counseling, you will gain a deeper understanding of the field of counseling for various needs, from rehabilitation services for substance abuse issues to simply helping others pursue better mental health. You will gain the insights, practical skills, and degree credential you need to pursue licensure or start down a career path toward becoming a:
- Behavior analyst
- Case manager
- Clinician
- Counselor
- Mental health counselor
- Social worker
- Substance abuse counselor
- And more.
Online study mode available campuses: Graduate School, Clearwater, Daytona Beach, Flagship Residential Campus, Fort Lauderdale, Fort Myers, Jacksonville, Lakeland, Melbourne, Miami, Naples, New port Richey, Online Division, Pembroke pines, Orlando, Port St. Lucie, Sarasota, Tallahassee, Tampa, West Palm Beach.
Courses are offered Online.