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Online Clinical Mental Health Counseling, MAEd
Online
Study online in an asynchronous environment for two years, and complete an internship in your third year.
90 credits
Online Mental Health Counseling
Complete your first two years online, giving you the flexibility to balance your education with work and personal commitments. In your third year, put your learning into practice through a practicum and internship at an approved site anywhere in the U.S. Each summer, a four-day, in-person residency gives you the opportunity to strengthen your clinical skills, connect with your cohort and build relationships with supportive faculty and staff.
Fully Accredited by CACREP
First program in Seattle accredited by the independent counseling agency CACREP.
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Mental Health Counseling
Build the skills to serve in the high-demand fields of mental health and substance use disorder care. Seattle University’s Clinical Mental Health Counseling program ranks first among Washington’s 2026 Best Master’s in Counseling Programs by CounselingPsychology.org. It is also the only program in the state that qualifies graduates to pursue certification in substance use disorder counseling, equipping you to provide integrated care.
Two Additional Preparations
Only program in the nation that prepares grads for LMHC and WA Substance Use Disorder Certificate.
Flexible Formats for Learning
Choice between online or flexible in-person formats for working professionals.
700 Hours of Practicums & Internships
Required practicums and internships emphasize hands-on learning.
Why Choose Seattle University?
Clinical Mental Health Counseling, MAEd
In-Person
Study in-person with classes built for working professionals the first two years, and complete an internship in your third year.
90 credits
Clinical Mental Health Counseling Programs
Flexible online and on-campus degree pathways for future clinical mental health counselors.
I am glad I chose Seattle U. The online program allows me to remain working, present with my family, and pursue my educational dreams. I’m impressed with how active, helpful, and engaged faculty are with students and their willingness to help and answer questions even outside of office hours. I have created many friendships with other students in my program as well.
Alexis Lowe
Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Class of 2025
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