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Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling Kaplan Group - Pace University - Westchester Campus Kaplan Group - Pace University - Westchester Campus, USA

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USD 23850

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*Subject to change and other fees
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 Free

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30 months

Duration

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7

IELTS

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88

TOEFL

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60%

Min GPA

Program Overview

This 60-credit program in Mental Health Counseling provides students with a strong foundation in clinical counseling and specialized knowledge in groundbreaking research and prepares graduates to become licensed practitioners in mental health counseling with specialties and emphases on areas ranging from loss and grief counseling, substance abuse, post-traumatic stress and resilience, and positive psychology. The curriculum emphasizes hands-on skills development using role-playing and group exercise, as well as interview techniques, research methods, and internships.

Graduates of this program are eligible for New York State certification in mental health counseling and are prepared for a variety of professional counseling positions as well as advanced training in specific theoretical approaches and training at the doctoral level.

This program also provides the foundational credits for students considering careers in higher education advisement or who might wish to move on to a doctoral program. 

PREREQUISITES

Admission requirements include a Bachelor’s degree in psychology or a related field.  Applicants who haven’t completed such a major may be required to complete General Psychology and Social Psychology prior to beginning graduate study.

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Additional Information

Program Level Master's Degree

College/University Processing Time 42 Days

Program Format Full-Time

Optional Practical Training (OPT) work permit

Program Intake

Closed

Jan 2025, Sep 2024, May 2025

General Admission Requirement

    Academic Requirement

    • Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have a Bachelor's Degree in a field related to psychology.

    7 IELTS Score
    88 TOEFL Score Minimum Overall Score
    60 PTE Score Minimum Overall Score
    115 Duolingo Minimum Overall Score
    290 Gre Minimum Overall Score
    60% CGPA Minimum Overall Score

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    Tuition Fee

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    Average Tuition Fee Per Year

    23850

    Tuition Fee
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     Free

    Application Fee
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    20000 Per year

    Average Cost of Living
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    Scholarships

    Merit Based Scholarship

    Scholarship Information

    • University provide the Scholarship on the basis of GPA and English Proficiency.

    Amount/ Range

    • UG: $11000-$25000 per year
    • Transfer: $9000-$23000 per year
    • PG: $1500-$6000 per year

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