Master of Science Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy

Program Requirements

The Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling (MS-CMHC) in the Brooks Rehabilitation College of Healthcare Sciences is a 60-credit hour degree program. With its specialization in clinical mental health counseling, completion of the program meets the educational requirements for State of Florida licensure as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC). The coursework for this program also includes a specialization in Marriage, Couples, and Family Counseling that meets the educational requirements for licensure in Florida as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapy (LMFT).

Tuition

MS-CMHC tuition for the fall, spring, and summer semesters is $680 (per semester hour)

Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling Requirements:

Plan of Study

Fall - Semester One
MHC 501Human Growth and Development

3

MHC 502Legal, Ethical, and Professional Standards

3

MHC 503Counseling Theories and Practice

3

MHC 504Introduction to Counseling Skills and Practice

3

Total Credit Hours:12
Spring - Semester Two
MHC 505Behavioral Research and Program Evaluation

3

MHC 506Diagnosis and Treatment of Psychopathology

3

MHC 507Group Theories and Practice

3

MHC 509Social and Cultural Foundations in Counseling

3

Total Credit Hours:12
Summer - Semester Three
MHC 508Individual Evaluation and Assessment

3

MHC 510Career and lifestyle Assessment and Counseling

3

MHC 604Addictive BehaviorsCounseling

3

Total Credit Hours:9

CPCE (Counselor Preparation Comprehensive Examination) REQUIRED

Fall - Semester Four
MHC 601Community Based Counseling

3

MHC 605Theories and Practice in Marriage and Family Counseling

3

MHC 603Clinical Practicum

3

Total Credit Hours:9
Spring - Semester Five
MHC 610Introduction to Play Therapy

3

MHC 511Human Sexuality Counseling

3

MHC 606Internship in Clinical Mental Health Counseling

3

Total Credit Hours:9

NCMHCE (National Clinical Mental Health Counselor Exam). This exam is NOT required for graduation but is required for Florida state licensure. All graduates are encouraged to take this exam right after graduation.

Fall - Semester Six
MHC 607Marriage and Family Systems: Couples Counseling

3

MHC 612Filial and Family Play Therapy

3

MHC 609Internship in Clinical Mental Health Counseling

3

Total Credit Hours:9

Total Credit Hours: 60