Program Curriculum

Emporia State University's program is unique in that its 60 hours meet the core requirements of both Kansas and national certifying and licensing boards. In addition, the elective and clinical experiences allow for diverse interests.

The master of science degree is awarded upon completion of 60 semester hours as outlined, as well as other requirements prescribed by the department. With advisor and department approval, some course substitutions may be made. Some transfer credits may be accepted, depending upon previous course work and experience.

Clinical Experience

Practical experience in a counseling setting is an essential part of the curriculum. Students are encouraged to obtain their counseling experience in a variety of settings suited to their career interests. The practicum experience is gained through the on-site counselor education clinic. The intership experience is an in-depth, on-the-job experience geared to a specific interest and career objective of the student. The internship experience is planned to meet accreditation certification and licensure requirements.

Core Courses

MH700 Introduction to Mental Health Counseling .......................  3

MH770 Relationship and Familly Counseling ...............................  3

MH830 Group Processes in Mental Health Counseling...................  3

MH860 Assessment in Mental Health Counseling ........................  3

MH890 Administration of Mental Health Counseling Programs ......  2

MH891 Advanced Counseling Ethics ..........................................  1

CE805 Professional and Ethical Issues ......................................   1

CE810 Pre-Practicum Counseling and Skills Development ...........   2

CE820 Career Counseling and Development ...............................  3

CE825 Counseling Theories .....................................................   3

PY806 Personality Assessment ................................................   2

PY846 Culture, Assessment, Treatment ....................................   3

RE670 Alcohol and Drug Abuse in Counseling ............................   3

RE832 Psychosocial Development and Disability ........................   3

RE833 Diagnosis and Treatment of Mental Disorders ..................   3

Research

ER752 Analysis of Research (non-thesis option) OR....................   3

ER851 Research Design and Writing (thesis option) AND............   3

MH880 Thesis ........................................................................  5

Practicum and Internship

MH898 Supervised Practicum in Mental Health Counseling .........  3

MH899 Mental Health Counseling Internship .............................  9

Electives

7 hours if non-thesis or 2 hours if thesis option

Total of 60 hours for MS Degree in Mental Health Counseling

Last Updated April 30, 2007