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Capella University
Mental health counseling is a field that can bring immense personal satisfaction as well as excellent career opportunities. This CACREP-accredited master’s program in Mental Health Counseling offers a rigorous curriculum that includes online course work, residencies, and field experiences designed to prepare you for state licensure eligibility. You will develop the theoretical knowledge and practical skills you need to assess and treat mental and emotional disorders and promote optimum mental health. People who choose this specialization often pursue mental health counselor positions within institutional, community, and private practice settings.
Institution Location
Capella Tower
225 South Sixth St., 9th Floor
Minneapolis MN, US
55402
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Specialty
Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Locations and Delivery Types
Online Delivery only
Program Degree
M.S.
Accredited Under Standards
2016
- Graduates of this program are considered CACREP graduates beginning March 1, 2002
- Accreditation Start Date: September 1, 2003
- Accreditation Expiration: March 31, 2028
- Accreditation Status: Accredited
Status Information
The program was found to meet all standards in a satisfactory manner.
Program History
The Mental Health Counseling program was initially accredited in September 2003 and has maintained its accreditation. It became a Clinical Mental Health Counseling program in July 2012.