Program Overview
The School Counseling and Preventive Mental Health at Creighton 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 School Counseling and Preventive Mental Health 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 525 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 525 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
- Location: Omaha, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the School Counseling and Preventive Mental Health 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
- Professional Orientation to School Counseling
- Ethical Guidelines for School Counselors
- Introduction to the ASCA Model of School Counseling
- Action Research in School Counseling
- Issues in Child and Adolescent Development for School Counselors
- Individual and Program Assessment in School Counseling
- Theoretical Perspectives in School Counseling
- Data-Driven Perspectives in School Counseling
- Career Perspectives for Children and Adolescents
- Individual Planning and Counseling Techniques for School Counselors
- Group Counseling Approaches for Children and Adolescents - Group Dynamics
- Group Counseling Approaches for Children and Adolescents-Classroom Guidance
- Group Counseling Approaches for Children and Adolescents-Small Group Counseling
- Diagnosis and Mental Health Issues in Children and Adolescents
- Social Justice and Diversity in School Counseling
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).
- Completed application and non-refundable $50 application fee
- Three letters of recommendation, to be completed and submitted by persons other than family members who are capable of assessing your performance in an academic or work setting
- Writing Sample: a personal statement on why you would like to be a counselor
- Official transcripts: from all colleges/universities attended
- Resume
- Personal Interview (may be conducted virtually)
- Felony Conviction/Mental Health Capacity form: Completed and notarized
- Background Check: All prospective students are expected to successfully pass a background check before being admitted to the department.
- Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL): International applicants from countries in which English is not the primary language must demonstrate proficiency in English language by submitting a minimum TOEFL score of 80 iBT (213 CBT/550 PBT). International applicants who received their baccalaureate or higher degree from an accredited institution in the U.S., United Kingdom, Ireland, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, or Africa (English-speaking only) are NOT required to submit a TOEFL score report.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 525 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 525 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 525 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 525 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Creighton 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 Creighton University
Creighton University
Omaha, United States
Creighton 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 2031-03-18
- Start Date 2018-06-01
- Language English
- Duration 24 months