The Master's degree in Counseling prepares highly competent professionals to respond to the mental health needs of a multicultural community. Graduates are committed to advocacy and leadership in the communities they serve. The degree satisfies the requirements to apply for state of Texas licensure (Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC) or the School Counselor Certification.
The Clinical Mental Health Counseling specialization offers flexibility in class locations, with courses available in Edinburg, Brownsville, and Laredo.
The program is accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP).
If you already hold a master's degree in counseling and are only interested in taking courses to obtain the Licensed Professional Counseling (LPC) certification, you will need to apply as a non-degree seeking applicant.
School counselors help students develop academic and social skills. Additionally, school counselors may also help students choose a career and assist students with college applications, as well as identify career interests and pursue education and training after high school.