Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling

When you pursue your Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling at Suffolk University, youll gain core counseling, case conceptualization, diagnostic, and treatment planning skills. Plus, youll train in a variety of therapeutic approaches and techniques so you can meet your clients diverse needs. Our program's established reputation with area agencies and institutions means youll be highly sought-after once you graduate. At Suffolk, youll learn to assess, diagnose, and treat clients with a variety of mental health issues. Through our rigorous scientist-practitioner model, youll also learn to incorporate research into everyday practice and apply empirically supported treatment approaches in your work. Our downtown Boston location maximizes your access to networking, internship, and employment opportunities at nearby hospitals and treatment centers, and puts you closer to underserved populations. You'll train to function in a variety of community mental health settings (e.g., clinics, hospitals, prisons, college counseling centers, day treatment programs, rehabilitation facilities, outreach programs, after care centers, etc.). As you systematically complete the curriculum, you'll develop a competency base from which to perform effectively in your area of specialization. Youll also qualify to become a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in Massachusetts. Our two-year, 60-credit programincluding a supervised clinical practicummeets education and degree requirements mandated by the Massachusetts Licensing Board.

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Two letters of recommendation, applicants who have earned their bachelor's degree within the past five years must submit two letters from academic references (Learn more)
Unofficial transcripts of all post-secondary work. Admitted students enrolling in the program will need to have official transcripts, including proof of degree conferral, on file prior to their first class
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Optional: GRE scores are not required as part of the application. Applicants who wish to submit their GRE scores are welcome to do so as part of their applications.
A minimum score of 6.5 (with no subscore below 6.0) is required to be considered for full admission.
TOEFL iBT - 80 (with no subscore lower than 17)
Duolingo. A minimum score of 110 is required