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The Master of Education in Clinical Mental Health Counseling prepares students for employment as counselors in community-based human service agencies (e.g., substance abuse facilities, mental health centers, child and family service agencies) as well as private counseling facilities.

Licensure Requirement (not required for graduation):
Candidates seeking Ohio license are required to pass specific assessments in order to apply for licensure. Students should consult their advisors for specific program requirements and refer to the Ohio Counselor, Social Worker and Marriage and Family Therapy Board website for more information on assessments specific to licensure type.

Official transcript(s), goal statement, two letters of recommendation, Questions in Anticipation of Licensure form and interview.

For more information about graduate admission, please visit the Graduate Studies website.

The M.Ed. degree curriculum is a minimum of 60 semester hours, including a 600 clock-hour internship. A pre-practicum examination and comprehensive examination  must be passed for matriculation and graduation. This program is designed to fulfill the educational requirements for licensure as a Professional Clinical Counselor in the state of Ohio. The program may be pursued on a part-time or full-time basis, although some full-time study is urged.

Council for the Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP)