- This carefully structured training program prepares graduates for professional success, responsible citizenship, and lifelong learning in the field of mental health counseling. Students in the program acquire professional experience and training through a series of practicum and internships that align with the courses completed. A unique feature of the program is the Counselor Training Clinic at Becker College, where graduate students provide counseling services to the community under the direct supervision of licensed mental health professionals.
- The learning goals of the MA in MHC are closely aligned with the objectives outlined by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP). These objectives require common core curricular experiences and demonstrated knowledge in each of eight (8) common core curricular areas required of all students in the program.