Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Course Requirements
Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Area of Emphasis for the M.A. in Counseling
The Clinical Mental Health Counseling curriculum meets the West Virginia Board of Examiners in Counseling licensure standards. Students in the Clinical Mental Health Counseling area of emphasis must meet licensure requirements established by the West Virginia Board of Examiners in Counseling.
Students not residing in West Virginia will need to consult with their state licensure/certification boards to explore their location-specific requirements; alterations to the matriculation requirements need to be requested, will be considered on an individual basis, and are not guaranteed. For example, some states might require a specific elective (e.g., psychopharmacology). If a student’s state licensure and/or certification requirements differ from those in WV, they should consult with their faculty adviser to explore any potential accommodations.
In addition to the MA, Counseling core courses, students specializing in Clinical Mental Health Counseling must complete the following emphasis courses:
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| COUN 555 | Crisis Int & Conf Res | 3 |
| COUN 675 | Leg/Ethical Issues for Coun | 3 |
| Advisor Approved Electives | 9 | |
| Total Credit Hours | 15 | |
All COUN 500 and 600 level courses, except for COUN 683, 684, 685, 686, and COUN 687, are pre-approved electives for the plan of study. Students interested in taking COUN 683, 684, 685, 686, and COUN 687 should contact the coordinator of the Violence, Loss, and Trauma Counseling, Graduate Certificate. Any other elective options should be discussed with and approved by the faculty adviser prior to registration.
Total credit hours (including core) - 60