Program Overview
M.S. in Counseling Overview
The M.S. in Counseling program at NSU is designed to prepare students for a career in counseling, with a focus on mental health, school, and career counseling.
Program Accreditation and Licensure
The program is accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP) and is designed to meet the educational requirements for licensure as a mental health counselor in the state of Florida.
Program Structure
The program consists of 60 credit hours of coursework, including a practicum and internship.
Curriculum
The curriculum is designed to provide students with a strong foundation in counseling theory, research, and practice, as well as specialized training in areas such as:
- Mental health counseling
- Theory and practice
- School counseling
- Theory and practice
- Career counseling
- Theory and practice
This comprehensive approach ensures that graduates are well-prepared for their future careers in counseling.
