Omaha,
NE,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MSc in Counseling- Clinical Mental Health Counseling in Omaha United States | University of Nebraska Omaha
University of Nebraska Omaha
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Omaha United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
16,860
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
The 60-credit Master of Science program specializing in Clinical Mental Health Counseling (CMHC) encompasses the necessary coursework and practical training (practicum/internships) for becoming a licensed mental health practitioner in Nebraska. By taking two extra elective courses (COUN 8686 & COUN 8696), students can also meet the academic prerequisites for provisional licensure in Alcohol and Drug Counseling (LADC) within the state.
The University of Nebraska Omaha's (UNO) Counseling Department provides a Master of Science degree with specializations in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, School Counseling (P-12), and Student Affairs Practice in Higher Education.
Our department's mission is to educate a varied student body at the graduate level, equipping them for careers as school counselors, clinical mental health practitioners, student affairs specialists, or for further academic pursuits. Program alumni gain the skills to excel professionally within their chosen specialization.
As committed professionals, thoughtful researchers, and engaged community members, our graduates meet the demand for skilled practitioners. They receive training to address diverse counseling requirements in urban settings, including services for individuals, couples, families, and groups.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Bachelor's degree
Nine credit hours of courses in behavioral sciences or closely related field for both areas of concentration in Clinical Mental Health Counseling.
English Language Proficiency: Applicants are required to have a command of oral and written English. Those who do not hold a baccalaureate or other advanced degree from the United States, OR a baccalaureate or other advanced degree from a predetermined country on the waiver list, must meet the minimum language proficiency score requirement in order to be considered for admission.
Paper-based TOEFL: 550, Internet-based TOEFL: 80, IELTS: 6.5, PTE: 53, Duolingo: 105
Statement of Purpose: 2-3 pages in length addressing the following information:
Reason(s) for pursuing the counseling profession,
Relevant experience,
Personal career goals,
Reason(s) for choosing UNO's Counseling program.
Resume or curriculum vitae
3.0 grade point average (GPA) on a 4.0 scale (applicants with a 2.7 GPA can be considered for provisional admission)
Nine credit hours of courses in behavioral sciences or closely related field for both areas of concentration in Clinical Mental Health Counseling.
English Language Proficiency: Applicants are required to have a command of oral and written English. Those who do not hold a baccalaureate or other advanced degree from the United States, OR a baccalaureate or other advanced degree from a predetermined country on the waiver list, must meet the minimum language proficiency score requirement in order to be considered for admission.
Paper-based TOEFL: 550, Internet-based TOEFL: 80, IELTS: 6.5, PTE: 53, Duolingo: 105
Statement of Purpose: 2-3 pages in length addressing the following information:
Reason(s) for pursuing the counseling profession,
Relevant experience,
Personal career goals,
Reason(s) for choosing UNO's Counseling program.
Resume or curriculum vitae
3.0 grade point average (GPA) on a 4.0 scale (applicants with a 2.7 GPA can be considered for provisional admission)
Tuition
USD
16,860