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Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
In the Clinical Mental Health Counseling program at Redlands, you'll gain the skills and expertise needed to provide life-changing mental health services through counseling and consultation using a social justice lens.
Degrees Offered
Master of Arts
Program Types
Graduate
Mode of Study
On Campus
Department
Counseling and Human ServicesSchool / College
School of EducationWhat is a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling degree?
The Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling (CMHC) program is a transformational learning experience that empowers graduate students to embark on careers serving others through mental health services and counseling.
The rigorous coursework of the program fully prepares students to pursue careers in the field of mental health counseling through a broad curriculum that covers a diverse range of themes and practicalities.
Why earn a CMHC degree at Redlands?
Centered in a tradition of academic excellence with a focus on social justice, this program at Redlands combines clinical experiences with cutting-edge educational techniques to produce exceptional graduates who are fully equipped to adapt to the needs of this diverse field.
In the CMHC program at Redlands, you'll acquire a comprehensive body of knowledge, professional skills, ethical foundations, and cultural competencies to prepare you personally and professionally for success as a counselor. With an embedded emphasis on social justice and advocacy, this carefully structured training program prepares you for ethical practice, responsible citizenship, and lifelong learning in the field of clinical mental health counseling.
Upon completing the program, you will be prepared to pursue licensure as a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences. You can further tailor your educational journey by selecting a specialization during the program, allowing you to develop additional expertise or pursue licensure in California as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT).
Specialization options
As part of our commitment to delivering an education that is both personalized and comprehensive, we offer two specialization options, enabling you to customize your education journey to align with your individual career goals.
The marriage and family therapy (MFT) specialization is designed to provide you with specialized training in therapeutic intervention applicable to a broad range of relational systems. Graduates with this specialization are prepared for California state licensure as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), in addition to licensure as a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC).
The child and adolescent intervention specialization is tailored for students who wish to delve deeper into the behavioral health conditions in childhood and adolescence. The specialization equips students with the preparation required for early identification, collaboration, advocacy, and evidence-based intervention across settings.
Practicum
Practicum plays a vital role in helping students gain hands-on experience, build professional networks, and develop a strong professional identity. The School of Education maintains a robust connection with the community and is always seeking to expand partnerships.
If you're interested in collaborating with the School of Education as a community partner or seeking opportunities to complete practicum in a specific school, district, or community, we encourage you to reach out. Please contact the Office of Licensures and Credentialing for more information.
Program information
The coursework and field experience segments of the program are delivered in a prescribed sequence. Pathways are recommended for timely program completion. Learn more by viewing this pathway resource.
To view specific classes, program requirements, and coursework information, visit the current university catalog.
Graduate application deadlines
Fall Term
Priority 1 Deadline: January 15 — Priority 2 Deadline: June 1
Note
Most graduate program applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Applications submitted after the Priority 2 deadline will be reviewed based upon program capacity.
What you'll learn
You’ll learn to assess and evaluate clients’ biopsychosocial functioning using proper assessment tools to guide personalized treatment plans.
You’ll explore how evidence-based individual, group, and family treatments can be used to help diverse populations across clinical settings.
You’ll learn to use American Counseling Association legal and ethical standards and research-based knowledge to resolve ethical conflicts and guide your professional practice.
You’ll strengthen your self-awareness, cultural humility, and advocacy skills to effectively support clients facing inequities and complex challenges.
What you'll learn
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