Program Details
WNMU offers an online MA in Counseling with several available concentrations. In this Mental Health Counseling focus, you’ll enhance your knowledge and skills as you prepare to become a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC). This program does entail a substantial internship in either a school or counseling agency, but it may be completed locally. Most coursework is asynchronous, however there may be a few classes that are taught synchronously for you to exchange ideas and benefit from networking with your peers. Sample classes within this online graduate program, are:
- Legal, Ethical and Professional Issues in Counseling
- Child & Adolescent Development & Counseling
- Grief, Loss, & Trauma
- Program Development & Management
Licensure requirements vary by state. Be sure to check your individual state’s licensing requirements for counseling professionals prior to enrolling in this, or any other, program.
Learning Pace
Institution-Paced% Online
100% OnlineProgram Accreditation & Licensing
Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP)
School Accreditation & Licensing
Western New Mexico University is accredited by:
Higher Learning Commission (HLC)
Program Requirements & Restrictions
Minimum Education
Bachelor DegreeRecommended GPA
2.75 or above (4.0 scale)Application Requirements
Official College Transcript(s)