Program Overview
The Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Rider University is a MA programme in Medicine & Health Sciences over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of medicine & health sciences. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Clinical Mental Health Counseling programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6
- Tuition: USD 810 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
- Location: Lawrenceville, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Clinical Mental Health Counseling programme are prepared for diverse careers in medicine & health sciences:
- Healthcare Professional
- Clinical Researcher
- Health Policy Analyst
- Public Health Specialist
- Medical Writer
- Healthcare Manager
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Introduction to Counseling and Helping Professions
- Theories of Counseling and Helping Professions
- Counseling Technique Laboratory
- Group Counseling
- Human Growth and Development
- Psychopathology
- Legal and Ethical Issues in Counseling
- Multicultural Counseling
- Vocational/Career Development
- Measurements, Tests, and Assessments in Counseling
- Introduction to Research
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Complete\xc2\xa0the\xc2\xa0application for graduate study\xc2\xa0online\xc2\xa0or\xc2\xa0fill out a paper application.
Submit a $50 non-refundable application fee. If you are applying online, you may pay via credit card. All checks should be made out to Rider University and should include the student\xc2\x92s name and phone number.
Two professional letters of recommendation.
Submit official transcripts\xc2\xa0from every college or university attended.
Submit Evidence of English Language Proficiency
English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 810 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 810 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Rider University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Rider University
Rider University
Lawrenceville, United States
Rider University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 24 months