Long Island University

Mental Health Counseling (MS)

Long Island University

Faculty:School of Health Professions
Degree:Master
Field of Study:Mental Health Counselling/Counsellor
Length:2 Year(s)

Description:

The 60-credit M.S. in Mental Health Counseling program lays the groundwork for aspiring counselors to begin work in a highly competitive and rewarding field helping clients. This graduate program provides students with core knowledge to be effective helpers in a variety of clinical settings. This graduate program is registered with New York State Education Department (NYSED) and satisfies the educational requirements for the New York State Mental Health Counselors License. Upon completion of educational requirements, 3,000 hours of supervised experience in the practice of mental health counseling and a passing grade on the National Clinical Mental Health Counseling Examination are required for licensure.

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Additional Admission Requirements:
  • Resume/Curriculum Vitae
  • Statement of Research Interests

Postgraduate Admissions:

  • Complete the online application at liu.edu/apply
  • Submit transcripts from all colleges/universities attended
  • Submit Resume/CV
  • Submit Personal Statement

* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

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