Clinical Mental Health Counseling MS

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Become a licensed mental health counselor.

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If you already work in mental health or a related field and wish to become a clinical mental health counselor, our Master of Science program is your pathway to licensure. This program is fully accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs, which means our courses meet the rigorous training standards set by the counseling profession. We also stand apart in offering extensive practicum and field experiences highly valued by employers.

Designed for You

  • This program is for individuals who have a degree in mental health or a related field who want to become a licensed clinical mental health counselor in Rhode Island.

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89%
of faculty hold terminal degrees in their fields.
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More than $300 million has been invested in campus upgrades & renovations in the past 5 years.
>70%
of RIC students receive financial aid, w/ generous opportunities for scholarships, grants & work-study.

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Feinstein School of Education and Human Development

The Feinstein School administers and coordinates all professional education programs at Rhode Island College. We offer a range of programs, including early childhood, pre-K-12, counseling, school psychology, youth development and health and wellness.