Program Overview
The Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Northern Kentucky University is a MSc 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
- Tuition: USD 822 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 534 (Tuition (Semester)) — In-State students
- Location: Highland Heights, 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
- Legal and Ethical Issues in Counseling
- Counseling Diverse Populations
- Human Development
- Career Counseling
- Theories in Counseling and Psychotherapy
- Assessment and Evaluation in Counseling
- Substance Abuse and Addictions
- Research Methods and Program Evaluation
- Orientation to Clinical Mental Health Counseling
- Counseling Families and Couples
- Diagnosis of Emotional & Mental Disorders
- Treatment Planning in Counseling
- Counseling At-Risk Populations
- Crisis Counseling & Crisis Intervention
- Mental Health Systems and Supervision
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 2.75 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
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).
Minimum Program Requirements:
- A baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited college or university with an overall minimum 2.75 undergraduate grade point average on a 4.0 scale. Undergraduate coursework must contain 48 semester credits (or equivalent in quarter hours) in the liberal arts.
- Baccalaureate degree must show completion of a statistics course with a C- or higher.
- Have demonstrated apptitude with acceptable test scores from the GRE. Certified teachers applying for the MA in School Counseling may submit a copy of their teaching certificate and passing PLT scores in lieu of GRE scores. Applicants who hold a conferred Master\'s degree or higher will be waived from the GRE.
Have a complete admission file.
Successful completion of an interview with the Graduate Counseling Program Admissions Committee and recommendation from the committee to admit from the admissions committee to ensure the candidate holds qualifications and a personal disposition to uphold ethical standards of the counseling profession.To complete an application file, please provide:
- An online application for admission to Northern Kentucky University (apply online)
- Transcripts for all undergraduate and graduate work. Transcripts should be sent directly to the Office of Graduate Programs by the colleges or universities one has attended
- Submission of recent scores on the Graduate Record Exam (GRE). If you already hold a conferred Master\'s degree you do not need to take the GRE. For applicants to the school counseling program you may submit a copy of your Praxis II Principles of Teaching and Learning (PLT) if you are a certified teacher
- Supplemental Application
- Three letters of recommendation from professionals familiar with the applicant\'s academic performance, work experience, or potential for becoming a professional counselor. References must be on the Master of Counseling Recommendation Form. At least one letter must be academic (i.e., written by a professor or an instructor). We understand that for some applicants, contacting former instructors is not feasible; in these situations, professional references, written by supervisors or managers who are familiar with your work, are also acceptable. Each reference should e-mail their recommendation form (from the person making the recommendation) to gradprog@nku.edu.
- Updated resume tailored to graduate school
- School counseling applicants must also submit a Criminal Background Report (Federal & State). The background check will be waived if an applicant has a teaching certificate from KYEPSB or ODE or IDE and submits a copy of that instead (substitute teaching certificates or emergency teaching certificates are not acceptable)
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 822 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 534 (Tuition (Semester)) — In-State students
Tuition fees: USD 822 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 534 (Tuition (Semester)) — In-State students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Northern Kentucky 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 Northern Kentucky University
Northern Kentucky University
Highland Heights, United States
Northern Kentucky University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields....
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 24 months