Program Overview
The Rehabilitation and Mental Health Counseling (Post Baccalaureate) at University of South Florida is a MA programme in Medicine & Health Sciences over 60 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 Rehabilitation and Mental Health Counseling (Post Baccalaureate) 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: 60 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 21,124 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 10,428 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Tampa, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Rehabilitation and Mental Health Counseling (Post Baccalaureate) 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
- [\'The department offers both a thesis and a non-thesis program. There is no language requirement; however, a comprehensive examination is required of all students. The following 54-hour core curriculum is consistent with national certification standards for rehabilitation counselors and must be taken by all students (post-baccalaureate, thesis, and non-thesis).\', \'CORE REQUIREMENTS\', \'MHS5020 MHS5480 RCS5780 RCS5035 RCS5080 RCS5450 RCS6220 RCS6476 RCS6301 RCS6408 RCS6409 RCS6440 RCS6510 RCS6407 RCS6740 RCS6803 RCS6825\', \'Foundations of Mental Health Counseling Human Growth & Development Legal & Ethical Issues & Professional Standards Rehabilitation Counseling: Concepts & Applications Medical Aspects of Disability Substance Abuse I Individual Evaluation & Assessment Human Sexuality Career & Lifestyle Assessment Diagnosis & Treatment Psychopathology Counseling & Community Settings Social & Cultural Foundations Group Theories and Practice Counseling Theories and Practice Research & Program Evaluation Practicum In Counseling Internship\', \'3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 6 3\', \'Non-Thesis (6 hours) Students in the non-thesis program must complete a minimum of 60 hours in the Post-Baccalaureate Program (REH). Two electives (6 credits) may be taken from Rehabilitation and Mental Health Counseling offerings or from offerings outside the Department of Child and Family Studies (CFS) with the consent of an advisor.\', \'Thesis (6 hours) RSC 6970 Thesis All students are initially admitted to the non-thesis program. Admitted students may subsequently apply to the faculty for a thesis program. Students in a thesis program must complete a minimum of 60 hours in the Post-Baccalaureate Program (54-hour) core curriculum including a minimum of six (6) hours of RCS 6970. An oral defense of the thesis is required.\', \'Five-Year Program (including 54-hour core curriculum) (No new students are currently being accepted to this program) Additional hours to complete the minimum of 150 hours for students in the Five-Year Program may be elected from other Rehabilitation and Mental Health Counseling offerings or from related programs with the consent of the advisor.\', \'CONCENTRATION REQUIREMENTS\', \'Concentrations available:\', \'Addictions and Substance Abuse CounselingMarriage and Family Therapy\', \'Addictions and Substance Abuse Counseling\', \'RCS5450 RCS6459 RCS6456 RCS6930 RCS6803\', \'Fundamentals of Substance Abuse Counseling Professional Skills for Addictions Counselors Counseling Approaches for Substance Abusers ST: Employee Assistance Programs (or approved elective) Practicum (Substance Abuse)\', \'3 3 3 3 3\', \'Marriage and Family Therapy\', \'RCS6476 RCS6930 RCS6930 RCS6930 RCS6803\', \'Human Sexuality Seminar: Dynamics of Marriage and Family Therapy Seminar: Marital Therapy, Theory, and Techniques Seminar: Family Therapy, Theory, and Techniques Practicum in Marriage and Family Therapy\', \'3 3 3 3 3\', \'COMPREHENSIVE EXAM REQUIREMENTS\', "The written comprehensive examination assesses the student\'s understanding of the significant content and process areas of the program curriculum.", \'MINIMUM TOTAL PROGRAM CREDITS\', \'60\']
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Same as university requirements plus:
Three letters of recommendation
Online department application (which includes a personal statement of intent)
GRE
Interview (on campus)
Undergraduate statistics or research methods course
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 21,124 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 10,428 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 21,124 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 10,428 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of South Florida 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 University of South Florida
University of South Florida
Tampa, United States
University of South Florida 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 60 months