The Master of Arts in Global Mental Health Counseling provides participants with the knowledge and skills to initiate, develop, and oversee mental health programs in different economic settings, and to conduct and critically evaluate research on global mental health. These skills will equip students to make valuable contributions in research, public health, policy, and practice.
Degree Information for the Master of Arts in Global Mental Health Counseling
Program Overview
The Master of Arts in Global Mental Health Counseling is a 36-hour program that students can complete at their own pace by taking courses online and/or on campus. You can see our degree checklist below.
We also have a published course rotation that current students can find in the Student Resource Center classroom on BrightSpace. Students are able to choose their courses, but we highly encourage students to work with our Master’s advisor to determine what courses to take each semester.
Our courses are either eight weeks or 16 weeks in length. Our on-campus classes meet one day a week (either Monday or Tuesday). Supervision for practicum may occur on Wednesday. Some online courses may include weekly virtual meetings or may occur as intensives. Intensives are 16-week courses where students meet on campus for one week (Monday-Friday) to complete class lectures. Homework assignments will be turned in online after the on-campus portion of the course concludes.
Students are able to move through the program at their own pace. If a student takes three to four courses each semester including the summer semester, they can complete their degree in three to four semesters (1- 1 ½ years).
In addition to completing coursework, our students must obtain six hours of documented personal counseling from a licensed professional. Students will also complete a practicum course where they will accrue 60 hours of direct and indirect experience counseling at an approved site of their choice.
Possible careers
- Non-state licensed private practice
- Counseling in non-profit institutions (ie., missionary endeavors, church soul care outreach, etc.)
- Federal, state, and local health agencies
- Non-governmental organizations (NGOs)
- Disaster relief organizations
- International aid and development agencies
- Research and academic institutions
- International health organizations
Admission Requirements
Students can enroll in the program during any semester, though we recommend that students start in the fall semester if possible. The application deadlines are as follows:
- Fall Admissions deadline: July 18
- Spring Admissions deadline: November 1
- Summer Admissions deadline: May 1
Applicants for the Master of Arts in Global Mental Health Counseling must have a bachelor’s degree or higher. Applicants must submit official college transcripts and have a minimum GPA of 3.0. Applicants must also submit:
- Resume
- Two-page personal statement essay
- Two professional recommendations
- Background check
Applicants will also complete a virtual group interview with the School of Psychology Faculty that will take place after the admissions deadline has passed.
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