Program Overview
The Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Valparaiso 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 630 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
- Location: Valparaiso, 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 Psychopathology
- Advanced Psychopathology
- Helping Relationships: Counseling Theories
- Helping Relationships: Counseling Processes
- Foundations of Professional & Ethical Issues in Counseling
- Counseling Proseminar
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
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Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
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English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 630 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 630 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Valparaiso 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 Valparaiso University
Valparaiso University
Valparaiso, United States
Valparaiso 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- Application Deadline 2015-02-18
- Start Date 2018-08-23
- Language English
- Duration 24 months