Master of Science Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy

Program Requirements

The Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling (MS-CMHC) in the Brooks Rehabilitation College of Healthcare Sciences is a 60-credit hour degree program. With its specialization in clinical mental health counseling, completion of the program meets the educational requirements for State of Florida licensure as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC). The coursework for this program also includes a specialization in Marriage, Couples, and Family Counseling that meets the educational requirements for licensure in Florida as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapy (LMFT).

Tuition

MS-CMHC tuition for the fall, spring, and summer semesters is $680 (per semester hour)

Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling Requirements:

Plan of Study

Fall - Semester One
Total Credit Hours:12
Spring - Semester Two
Total Credit Hours:12
Summer - Semester Three
Total Credit Hours:9

CPCE (Counselor Preparation Comprehensive Examination) REQUIRED

Fall - Semester Four
Total Credit Hours:9
Spring - Semester Five
Total Credit Hours:9

NCMHCE (National Clinical Mental Health Counselor Exam). This exam is NOT required for graduation but is required for Florida state licensure. All graduates are encouraged to take this exam right after graduation.

Fall - Semester Six
Total Credit Hours:9

Total Credit Hours: 60