GAIN MORE FLEXIBILITY
Broaden your choices as a counseling professional with our Telehealth Counseling, Private Practice, and Supervision curriculum.
PREPARE FOR ACS CREDENTIAL
This specialization fulfills the “Required Specialized Training” component of the NBCC Approved Clinical Supervisor credential.
FIND SUPPORT AT EACH STEP
Experience personalized, dedicated guidance from counseling faculty members who are as invested in your success as you are.
REFINE YOUR SKILLS
Our telehealth counseling curriculum includes immersive technologies and other opportunities to practice and fine-tune your skills.
Curriculum and Completion Requirements
Curriculum
Minimum Completion Requirements
- 105–111 quarter credits
- Foundation course (1 cr.)
- Core courses (80 cr.)
- Specialization courses (15 cr.)
- Field Experience (9–15 cr.:. Practicum: 100 hours CMHC; Internship: 600 hours)
- Professional Development Plan, licensure Plan
- 2 Pre-Practicum Labs – 6 weeks online with 4-day synchronous intensive (choose virtual or face-to-face)
- Group Lab (9 weeks online with 10 hours of live synchronous group)
View the COMPLETE CURRICULUM PLAN.
This sequence represents the minimum time to completion. Time to completion will vary by student, depending on individual progress and credits transferred, if applicable. For a personalized estimate of the number of your transfer credits that Walden would accept, call an Enrollment Specialist at 855-646-5286.
Admissions
Work one-on-one with an Enrollment Specialist who’ll guide you through every step—from choosing the right program to paying for your education.
Streamlined Admissions Process
Earning your MS in Clinical Mental Health Counseling degree online is a bold step forward on your professional path. Walden makes it easier with our streamlined admissions process that includes:
No application fee
Easy credit transfer
No essay
Program Admission Considerations: A bachelor's degree or higher.
General Admission Requirements: Completed online application and transcripts. Please note that the materials you are required to submit may vary depending on the academic program to which you apply. More information for international applicants.
Tuition Breakdown
Walden offers tuition savings options that can make your goals more attainable. Discover savings opportunities by exploring our scholarships and grants, for those who apply and qualify.
Believe & Achieve Scholarship®
Walden grants
Federal and state grants
Stay Inspired. Stay on Track. Save Money.
Discover progress-based savings that inspire you to stay on track to graduation.
| Curriculum Component | Requirements | Cost | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition | 105 credits of core courses | $535 per quarter hour | $56,175 |
| Pre-Practicum Labs | Two in program | $1,450 each (virtual) $1,550 each (in-person: travel, lodging, and other expenses are additional) | $2,900–$3,100 |
| Program Fee | Per quarter | $180 | $2,160 |
| $61,235–$61,435* | |||
| BELIEVE & ACHIEVE SCHOLARSHIP YOUR TUITION | -$7,490 $53,745* | ||
*Represents specialization, two virtual pre-practicum labs, minimum time to completion, and Believe & Achieve Scholarship. Your actual total program time and costs may vary. Believe & Achieve Scholarship savings based on current tuition. See Scholarship Details for more information.
**Tuition reflects the minimum time to completion. Time to completion varies by student, depending on individual progress and credits transferred, if applicable. Tuition and time to complete may be reduced if transfer credits are accepted, or if you receive grants, scholarships or other tuition reductions. Walden may accept up to 45 transfer credits. For a personalized estimate of the number of your transfer credits that Walden would accept, call an Enrollment Specialist at 844-768-0199.
Tuition and fees are subject to change. Books and materials are not included and may cost up to an additional $4,500.