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Overview
American International College’s Clinical Mental Health Counseling program has been developed in accordance with the highest national standards of excellent in its respective field. It is designed to develop educational depth, as well as the skills and creative independence that prepare graduates to practice and contribute to their profession.
Candidates to our Clinical Mental Health Counseling program from American International College have the option of two concentrations:
- Mental Health Concentration (60 credits): This concentration is designed to meet the educational requirements for a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, and similar professional designations in other states. The 60-credit mental health concentration includes coursework in research, assessment, counseling, psychopathology, human development, and ethics. A pre-internship clinical practicum is required and is followed by a 600- hour clinical internship. Students are responsible for ensuring that they meet all state licensing requirements.
- Forensic Psychology Concentration (66 credits): This concentration is also designed to meet the educational requirements for an LMHC. The program requires the completion of 66 credits and incorporates courses from the mental health concentration, along with the pre-internship clinical practicum and a 600-hour clinical internship. Additionally, it includes six credits of forensic psychology coursework. Students are responsible for ensuring that they meet all state licensing requirements.
Programme Structure
Courses include:- Human Growth and Development
- Systems and Theories in Counseling and Psychology
- Issues and Ethics in Professional Orientation
- Applied Research Methodology and Evaluation
- Psychopathology: Assessment, Diagnosis and Treatment
- Learning Theories and Behavioral Interventions
- Counseling Theories, Techniques, Practice and Consultation
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
English
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 80
Credits
60 SCH
- 60-66
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Psychology Clinical Psychology Counselling Psychology View 1222 other Masters in Psychology in United StatesAcademic requirements
GPA 2.75
English requirements
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 80
Other requirements
General requirements
- The program requires an undergraduate GPA of 2.75 or better. In the event an individual wishes to apply to the program but does not have a 2.75 GPA, the individual may be required to be interviewed by the program director. Depending on the outcome of the interview and review of all other application materials, the individual may be granted a full or conditional acceptance into the program.
- Official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended are required (regardless of whether or not a degree was earned), including proof of a baccalaureate degree.
- Two letters of recommendation
- A personal statement highlighting why you wish to pursue your degree and how you will benefit personally and professionally from this program
Tuition Fee
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International
30300 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 1010 USD per credit during 24 months. -
National
30300 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 1010 USD per credit during 24 months.
Living costs for Springfield
1020 - 1350 USD /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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