Program Overview
The Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Southern Connecticut State 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
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 9,051 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 3,378 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
- Location: New Haven, 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
- Counseling and Substance Abuser and Other Addicted Populations
- Intro to Assessment in Counseling & School Psychology
- Issues in Crisis Intervention (Theory and Method)
- Counseling Skills and Techniques
- Counseling Practicum
- Counseling and Practicum Seminar
- Treatment of Mental and Emotional Disorders
- Counseling and Lifespan Development
- Theories of Counseling
- Diagnosis of Mental and Emotional Disorders
- Psychology of Career Development
- Counseling and Assessment of Culturally Diverse Populations
- Professional Orientation and Ethical Issues in C.C.
- Advanced Counseling Skills and Techniques
- Introduction to Family Counseling
- Group Counseling (Lecture and Lab)
- Counseling and Internship Seminar
- Research and Evaluations in Schools and Community Agencies
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 3 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).
- Candidates must have a minimum undergraduate quality point ratio of 3.0.
- Candidates must complete the following pre-requisites prior to or within the first semester of matriculation: Introduction to Psychology, Statistics or Research Methods, Abnormal Psychology
- Candidates must submit a 500 word essay
- Candidates must submit a current resume.
- Candidates must submit a minimum of three recommendations\xc2\xa0
- Selected candidates will be invited to an admissions interview.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 9,051 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 3,378 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 9,051 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 3,378 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Southern Connecticut State 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 Southern Connecticut State University
Southern Connecticut State University
New Haven, United States
Southern Connecticut State University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2015-01-18
- Start Date 2018-09-01
- Language English
- Duration 24 months