The Masters of Science degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling is designed to prepare students to function as counselors in a variety of community settings including mental health centers, community agencies, hospitals, private practices, residential treatment centers, Department of Corrections, drug treatment centers, and other helping or human services oriented programs. The program includes an intensive internship experience that provides students with opportunities to interact with a variety of clients in extended counseling relationships and situations under close supervision. Advantages of Mercer’s Masters of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling: Prepare for licensure through the GA State Board of Examiners Internship experience provides an opportunity to interact with clients Evening classes for working adult students Highly credentialed faculty that have practiced professional counseling in a variety of settings The Clinical Mental Health Counseling program at Mercer University is accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP).

Mental health is a broad field with a wide range of career choices. Working with individuals and groups of all ages, health professionals in this field help children, adolescents and adults deal with a variety of life stresses and problems, including addiction/substance abuse; problems with self- esteem; aging-related mental health issues; family, parenting or marital problems; grief, anger, or depression; and other emotional or behavioral issues. Mercer University positions you for a career helping others through its Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling.