Clinical Mental Health Counselor, Post-Master's Certificate
Earn Your Clinical Mental Health Counselor Certificate
Obtaining this certificate will expand your skills and knowledge, making you more versatile and competitive in the mental health field. It also provides a pathway to meet licensing requirements, enabling you to offer professional counseling services and support to a wider range of clients. This program is an excellent opportunity to further your career by specializing in areas that are in high demand, ensuring your expertise is current and impactful.
Candidates must already possess a Master's degree in Counseling or Psychology
Application Deadlines
Fall Semester- February 15th
Spring Semester- August 15th
What You'll Study
Our academic catalog has detailed information about what you'll study, like courses, hours needed for completion, and other requirements.
Courses are offered in-person, on campus
Program Requirements
- Master's degree in Counseling or Psychology
- A cumulative graduate GPA of 3.0 or higher
- Be LPC or LPC eligible
Application Materials
- Official Transcript(s) from all previous college work
- Statement of Character (statement includes questions that need to be checked off by the applicant)
- Three Personal References who can speak to your academic ability (an automatic email will be sent to these individuals)
- Interview with faculty members (not all applicants will be asked to interview)
Admission decisions are final and cannot be appealed
Scholarships
At GovState, many scholarships are available and can make your education even more affordable!
Accredited Program
The Clinical Mental Health Counseling certificate is accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP) through March 31, 2031.
