Be a helper to those in need
Oregon State University's part-time 90-credit Master of Counseling (M.Coun.) program with an option in clinical mental health counseling is designed to provide you the theory and practice to deliver professional counseling services in a community-based organization, hospital, agency, group practice, residential facility or other clinical mental health setting. The program’s hybrid format includes online coursework and in-person classes held two Fridays and Saturdays each term.
The program is taught by OSU's College of Education counseling faculty who are renowned for their research and professional practice. With identical coursework to the successful on-campus program at OSU Cascades, this new hybrid format expands OSU’s regional reach to further human health and wellness in urban and rural Oregon and beyond. The clinical mental health counseling option emphasizes academic excellence, competence in counseling skills and personal growth.
CACREP accredited
The program is approved by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP). This accreditation allows you to take exams to meet initial eligibility requirements for licensure as an Oregon licensed professional counselor. Being a graduate of a CACREP program provides you a competitive career advantage and a greater chance for acceptance into a doctoral program in counseling.
Make a difference
This program prepares you with high-level knowledge, clinical experience and credentials to work in a variety of settings, such as community counseling agencies, rehabilitation facilities, college counseling centers, primary care facilities, veterans’ affairs, and private practice offices. You will develop skills to successfully:
- Delivering comprehensive mental health counseling services focused on children, adolescents, adults and families
- Making a profound difference in someone’s life
- Promoting mental wellness and healthy relationships in a diverse society
Flexible, part-time program
This part-time, hybrid program is ideal for those who need flexibility in their schedule. It includes online coursework and in-person classes held two weekends (Fri. - Sat.) each term in Salem, Oregon. Online coursework is delivered through OSU Ecampus, a national leader in online education.
This enables you to finish your degree in 3.5 years.
The collaborative cohort teaching model creates an environment in which students form strong bonds as they progress through the advanced coursework together and enter the workforce.
State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement
In compliance with an agreement with the Oregon Higher Education Coordinating Commission for participation in the State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement (SARA), Oregon State University provides information regarding professional licensure through distance education. The courses and programs, delivered online by OSU Ecampus, are not formally approved for professional licensure outside of the state of Oregon.
To determine whether these courses or programs meet licensure requirements in your state, you must contact the appropriate licensing board(s). Visit our license disclosure webpage for each state's contact information.
Important dates
See our academic calendar for our full quarter term schedule.
Degree details
* Oregon State University is on a quarter-term system. There are four quarters each year and classes are 11 weeks long. This program's 90 quarter credits are equal to 60 semester credits.
† Cost per credit is calculated using tuition per credit for the current academic year. It does not include associated fees, course materials, textbook expenses, and other expenses related to courses.
‡ This program is not fully online. It includes classes held twice a term in Salem, Oregon.
Application deadline
Apply by Dec. 31. All admitted students will begin the program in summer term each year.
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