MS Dual Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and School Counseling
MS Dual Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and School Counseling
About
Learning Outcomes
As a graduate of the MS Dual Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and School Counseling program, you will be able to:
- Analyze the different roles and settings of a counselor.
- Apply sound ethical and legal practices in the work of a counselor.
- Analyze cultural development theories and models.
- Examine empirically based theories of human development.
- Evaluate approaches of career development appropriate to diverse needs and life experiences.
- Examine appropriate evidence-based counseling practices for prevention and intervention.
- Apply essential counseling skills across multiple settings.
- Select group facilitation strategies that are culturally and ethically relevant.
- Analyze assessment procedures to support planning for appropriate counseling interventions.
- Evaluate research methods commonly used in the counseling profession.
Additional Program-Specific Learning Outcomes
MS in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
- Evaluate effective treatment strategies for addressing the needs of mental health clients.
- Choose appropriate diagnostic intervention processes to meet a broad range of mental health issues.
- Assess the impact of biological/neurological mechanisms on mental health.
- Develop strategies for interfacing with outside stakeholders (i.e., the legal system and behavioral health professionals).
MS in School Counseling
- Examine appropriate evidence-based counseling practices for prevention and intervention.
- Apply essential counseling skills across multiple settings.
- Select group facilitation strategies that are culturally and ethically relevant.
- Analyze assessment procedures to support planning for appropriate counseling interventions.
- Evaluate research methods commonly used in the counseling profession.
Read our MS in Clinical Mental Health Counseling Program Outcomes Report, MS in Clinical Mental Health Counseling Annual Data Report, MS in School Counseling Program Outcomes Report , and MS in School Counseling Annual Data Report on the School of Counseling DATA webpage.
Requirements
Entry Requirements
- Official transcript(s) of highest degree or coursework completed to date
- English proficiency test scores (if applicable)
- Goal statement (select master’s and doctoral programs only)
- Completed application
- Current résumé, when applicable
- Access to a computer and the Internet
English Requirements
- PTEMin 53
- IELTSMin 6.5
- TOEFLMin 79
English Program Requirements
Since you’ll be learning online in English, U.S schools typically request official scores from one of four English proficiency tests:
- Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)
- Michigan English Language Assessment Battery (MELAB)
- Academic modules of the International English Language Testing System (IELTS)
- The Pearson Test of English
Since you’ll be learning online in English, U.S schools typically request official scores from one of four English proficiency tests:
Career
The counseling field is in need of qualified, compassionate professionals like you to meet the demand for services. Through 2029, employment for substance abuse, behavioral disorder, and mental health counseling professionals is expected to grow by 25%—much faster than the national average.1 The outlook for school and career counselors is bright as well, with a projected 8% employment growth.2
With a dual degree program in clinical mental health counseling and school counseling, you can earn two credentials at once. Gain more flexibility in your choice of work settings and the types of populations you counsel.
A dual counseling degree program can prepare you to work in settings such as:
- Mental health/healthcare
- Schools
- Higher education
- Government
Fee Information
How to Apply
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MS Dual Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and School Counseling
Walden University
United States of America, Minneapolis