In Our Lady of the Lake University's (OLLU) online Master of Arts in Counseling, you'll master the skills to help others overcome challenges and improve their lives.
Help students navigate the emotional terrain of primary or secondary school, empower people of all ages to overcome mental health challenges, or support someone recovering from addiction as they seek to rebuild their lives with the flexible Master of Arts in Counseling from OLLU.
You'll choose from three impactful specializations — School Counseling, Clinical Mental Health Counseling, and Clinical Rehabilitation Counseling — to tailor your education to your personal and professional goals.
Designed according to 2016 Council for Accreditation of Counseling & Related Educational Programs (CACREP) Standards, this program immerses you in a cutting-edge mix of both foundational knowledge and real-world skills you can bring to your work as a counselor.
Depending on your specialization, you'll graduate ready to pursue your Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Certified Rehabilitation Counselor credentials (CRC), or other school counseling certifications.*
Hone your skills in one of these three unique and rewarding areas of counseling:
No matter which specialization you choose, you'll graduate prepared to care for the people who need you most. All three specializations include practicum and internship requirements, ensuring you learn in real-world environments.
You don't need entrance exam scores or work experience in counseling to apply. A background in counseling, psychology, or social work is recommended but not required. For full admission requirements, complete the form on this page.
Named #19 Best College offering a Master's in School Counseling in SR Education Group's 2019 Best Online Colleges Guide.
*Note that certification and licensure requirements vary by state. Students are responsible for determining their own state requirements.