Program Overview

Introduction to the CACREP Accredited Program

The Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP), a specialized accrediting body recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA), has granted accreditation to the Mental Health Counseling (MA degree) and School Counseling (MA degree) programs within the Division of Social and Behavioral Sciences at Walsh University. The reaccreditation date is October 31, 2031.

Program Details

Vital Statistics and Program Outcomes

• Program Enrollment:
  • Clinical Mental Health Counseling Students: 146
  • School Counseling Students: 68 (Including 12 Dual Students)
  • Total CHD Student Enrollment: 214
• Number of Graduates
• Completion Rate
• Licensure Exam Pass Rate
• Employment*:
  • Clinical Mental Health Counseling: 42, 88%, NCE: 82%, 100%
  • School Counseling: 9, 100%, ODE: 87%, 100% *Those who were actively seeking employment.

Student Demographics

The Counseling and Human Development Program has a diverse range of students with respect to both ethnicity and gender.

• The largest group, at 45%, identifies as White.
• 42% prefer not to disclose or identify with a specific category.
• Minority groups are represented, with:
  • 2% Asian
  • 4% Black
  • 6% Multiracial students.
• The program fosters gender inclusivity with a strong majority of female students (82%) and a significant representation of male students (18%).