UWS Clinical Mental Health Counseling Overview
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This webinar provides an overview of the University of Western States (UWS) Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling program. Learn about the program's history, curriculum, unique standardized patient program, and online education structure.
Key highlights:
- Program Director introduction
- Licensure and certification options
- Course and fieldwork overview
- Entry requirements and financial aid
- Flexible online program structure
内容摘要
核心要点
- 1UWS's Clinical Mental Health Counseling program offers a flexible online format designed for working professionals, allowing up to five years for completion.
- 2The standardized patient program provides unique, hands-on learning through simulated counseling scenarios with trained actors.
- 3The curriculum prepares students for licensure exams, but students should verify specific state requirements.
- 4The program emphasizes practical experience through a practicum and internship, with guidance from the program director.
- 5UWS has no GRE requirement, and tuition is the same for in-state and out-of-state residents, making it accessible.
- 6Prospective students are encouraged to connect with an admissions advisor to discuss their goals and application requirements.
- 7Financial aid and payment plans are available, and students should explore scholarship opportunities on the UWS website.
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This webinar provides an overview of the University of Western States' (UWS) Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling program. Christina, an admissions advisor, introduces the topics to be covered, including program history, faculty, standardized patient program, online structure, licensure, curriculum, and admission/financial aid information.
The University of Western States began as a Chiropractic College in 1904, becoming the second oldest in the world. It gained regional accreditation in 1986 and expanded into Integrative Health programs, including the clinical mental health counseling program launched in 2018.
Dr. Amy Ohana leads the Clinical Mental Health Counseling program. She holds a counseling PhD from Oregon State, is a published author, and is an expert in several topics. She also holds a professional counseling license in Oregon and is a nationally certified counselor and approved clinical supervisor.
UWS offers a Master's and an Educational Doctorate that prepare students for counseling licensure. The Educational Doctorate also prepares students for certification as a Certified Mental Performance Consultant (CMPC) through the Association for Applied Sport Psychology (AASP).
The Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling prepares students for counseling licensure and careers in mental health treatment. Starting this spring, UWS will offer certification in Rehabilitation Counseling, requiring a master's degree and state licensure. The curriculum is 30 credits and is not currently eligible for financial aid.
UWS focuses on holistic wellness and offers a unique standardized patient program. Faculty design case studies for students to apply knowledge in simulated scenarios with trained actors. There are no GRE requirements, and tuition is the same for in-state and out-of-state students. The program is practice-oriented, flexible, and allows up to five years to complete the degree.
