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Southern Oregon University

The Southern Oregon University Clinical Mental Health Counseling program prepares students to become professional counselors who are capable of providing extensive mental health services in public and private agencies including county mental health, schools, college and university counseling centers, drug and alcohol rehabilitation facilities, Veteran’s Administration, and centers for the elderly.

Students complete 90 quarter hours over two years (full-time). The program provides in-depth knowledge and skill building in courses, on-campus practica in individual and group counseling under close faculty supervision, and a 900 hour year-long internship in regional agencies.

Students participate in this vital program while enjoying Ashland, southern Oregon’s most diverse and sought-after destination. We offer a unique blend of SOU’s  challenging learning environment with numerous recreational and cultural opportunities, including the world-renowned Oregon Shakespeare Festival located just a few blocks away.

The SOU program is designated as a Western Regional Graduate Program (WRGP) which allows select out-of-state students from the 15 Western States to pay in-state graduate tuition.

Progress Report Required

Institution Location

1250 Siskiyou Blvd.
College of Natural and Social Sciences
Ashland OR, US
97520
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Specialty

Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Locations and Delivery Types

Ashland, OR

Program Degree

M.A./M.S.

Program Contact

Dr. Victor Chang
[email protected]

Accredited Under Standards

2016

  • Graduates of this program are considered CACREP graduates beginning January 1, 2003
  • Accreditation Start Date: July 1, 2004
  • Accreditation Expiration: October 31, 2029
  • Accreditation Status: Accredited

Status Information

The specialized practice area was found to substantially meet the standards with some minor standards-related deficiencies for which the Board requires further information.

Additional information is required for the following standard:

1.W – The Counselor Education Program needs to report on core faculty educational credentials.

Program History

The Mental Health Counseling program was initially accredited in July 2004 and has maintained its accreditation.  It became a Clinical Mental Health Counseling program in January 2013.