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Gardner-Webb University 
The Clinical Mental Health Counseling Program is designed to develop skilled clinicians and well-educated leaders in the mental health field. Within a caring and challenging environment, this 60-credit-hour program is designed to facilitate the acquisition and application of knowledge and skills to prepare counselor trainees to effectively practice in diverse settings. Utilizing a scientist practitioner model, the program emphases include integration of theory and practice, critical thinking and decision making, and examination of personal values and experiences as they influence clinical practice. Students obtain strong theoretical and technical training which is applied during field-based counseling practicum and internships.
Institution Location
PO Box 7318
Boiling Springs NC, US
28017
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Specialty
Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Locations and Delivery Types
Digital delivery only. Previous sites include Boiling Springs and Charlotte, NC campuses (accredited January 2008 - February 2026)
Program Degree
M.A.
Accredited Under Standards
2016
- Graduates of this program are considered CACREP graduates beginning July 18, 2006
- Accreditation Start Date: January 18, 2008
- Accreditation Expiration: April 30, 2033
- Accreditation Status: Accredited
Status Information
The specialized practice area was found to meet all standards in a satisfactory manner.
Program History
The Mental Health Counseling program was initially accredited in January 2008 and has maintained its accreditation. It became a Clinical Mental Health Counseling program in January 2018.