Clinical Mental Health Certificate
This graduate-level certificate is designed to provide the specialized coursework
needed to pursue the National Certified Counselor (NCC) credential through the NBCC.
The program offers targeted training in key clinical areas such as diagnosis and treatment,
trauma and abuse counseling, addictions counseling, family and couples counseling,
and advanced clinical skills. These courses align with the required content areas
identified by the NBCC for NCC eligibility and help professionals build the advanced
competencies expected of clinical mental health counselors. LSUHSC’s program will
also offer the clinical training required for certification.
Designed for working professionals and graduates in counseling-related fields, this
certificate provides a flexible pathway to complete the pre-requisite coursework needed
to apply for NCC certification, helping you strengthen your clinical knowledge while
progressing toward national recognition as a clinical mental health counselor.
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Certification Prequisites |
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Human Growth and Development Theories in Counseling |
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Social and Cultural Foundations in Counseling |
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Helping Relationships in Counseling |
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Group Counseling Theories and Processes |
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Career Counseling and Lifestyle Development |
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Assessment in Counseling |
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Research and Program Evaluation |
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Professional Orientation to Counseling |
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Counseling Field Experience |
Counseling Certificate Program Admission Requirements
Counseling Certificate Program Admission Requirements
Required Documents - All Applicants
- Current resume/CV (with education, experience, and licenses/certifications).
- Statement of intent (250-500 words) aligned to your chosen certificate(s).
- *Please indicate how his certificate aligns with your career goals.
- One (1) recommendation: advisor or supervisor attesting to academic/professional readiness.
- Official or unofficial transcripts (highest degree earned; current students include in-progress transcript).
- Proof of licensure/credential (if applicable).
- English proficiency evidence if required (international applicants).
Additional Items - Program-Specific (if requested)
- Play Therapy: prior coursework in child/adolescent counseling or equivalent experience.
- School Counseling: evidence of K-12 field experience (or plan to obtain).
- Marriage & Family: systems/family therapy fundamentals completed or planned.
- Rehabilitation: disability studies/rehab counseling foundations preferred.
*All programs require a $50 application fee
Certificate Program Timeline
- Applications open April 15th.
- Applications Close June 15th.
- Interviews July 1st.
- Acceptance Letters July 15th.
- Fall '26 start August