Sam Houston State University

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Admission Snapshot

Typical admitted student: Bachelor's degree required. Minimum 3.0 GPA. Personal statement, two letters of recommendation, interview. Most programs accept applicants from any undergraduate background.

About This Program

Sam Houston State University's online master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling prepares students for LPC/LMHC licensure through rigorous coursework in counseling theory, psychopathology, multicultural counseling, and clinical assessment. Students complete 700+ hours of supervised practicum in real-world settings. Graduates pursue careers in community mental health centers, private practice, schools, and healthcare facilities.

Career Outcomes

Earn your counseling licensure as a LPC

• 1. Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
• 2. Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC)
• 3. School Counselor
• 4. Substance Abuse Counselor
• 5. Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT)

What You'll Learn

• Apply evidence-based counseling theories with individuals, groups, and families.
• Conduct comprehensive mental health assessments and diagnoses.
• Provide trauma-informed, culturally competent counseling services.
• Navigate ethical and legal standards of the counseling profession.
• Complete supervised clinical hours toward LPC/LMHC licensure.

Curriculum Highlights

The curriculum covers counseling theory and techniques, human development across the lifespan, group counseling, multicultural counseling, psychopathology, assessment and diagnosis, career counseling, and ethics in professional counseling. Most programs require 700+ hours of supervised clinical internship.

Top Employers

Community mental health centers, outpatient counseling practices, schools, hospitals, substance abuse treatment centers, employee assistance programs, and private practice.

Admissions

Bachelor's degree required. Minimum 3.0 GPA. Personal statement, two letters of recommendation, interview. Most programs accept applicants from any undergraduate background.

Academic Requirements

• Degree Required: Bachelor's Degree
• GRE/GMAT: Not Required (most programs)
• Interview: Required at many programs
• TOEFL/IELTS: Required for international students