PURDUE UNIVERSITY NORTHWEST · UNITED STATES
LMHC Track, Mental Health Counselor License
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This track is designed for graduates with a master's degree in School Counseling who wish to meet the requirements for the Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) license in Indiana. It is a 12-credit hour program focused on developing competencies in advocacy, counseling, and consulting for a broad range of mental health needs.
Curriculum
The program requires a total of 12 credits. To be eligible for licensure as a Mental Health Counselor (LMHC or LMHCA) in Indiana, you must have completed 60 credit hours overall, including 9 credits of internship.
- Core Courses
- Introduction To Mental Health CounselingEDPS 50300
- Counseling And PsychopathologyEDPS 52100
- Ethics And Professional Identity For Mental Health CounselorsEDPS 53900
- Internship
- Internship In EducationEDPS 69500
Careers
This track is designed to help you meet the requirements for licensure as a Mental Health Counselor in Indiana. Upon completion, you will be equipped with competencies in advocacy, counseling, and consulting for diverse mental health needs.
- Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC)
- Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate (LMHCA)
Frequently asked questions
- What is the primary purpose of the LMHC Track?
- This track is designed for graduates who already hold a master's degree in School Counseling and wish to fulfill the requirements for licensure as a Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in Indiana.
- How many credits are required for this program?
- The LMHC Track itself is a 12-credit hour program. However, to be eligible for Indiana LMHC/LMHCA licensure, your overall academic transcript must reflect a total of 60 credit hours, including 9 internship credits.
- What are the entry requirements for the LMHC Track?
- Applicants must hold a 51-credit hour master's degree in School Counseling. It is also important to ensure your overall academic record, including prior internship credits, meets Indiana's specific licensure criteria.
- What career outcomes can I expect after completing this track?
- Upon completion and meeting all Indiana state requirements, graduates will be equipped for roles such as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) or a Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate (LMHCA) in Indiana.
- What specific courses are included in the 12-credit hour curriculum?
- The program includes core courses such as Introduction To Mental Health Counseling, Counseling And Psychopathology, Ethics And Professional Identity For Mental Health Counselors, and a 3-credit Internship In Education.
Entry requirements
Master's DegreeMust hold a 51-credit hour master’s degree in School Counseling.
Upon completion of the program, students meet with the Counseling Program Coordinator to ensure coursework meets licensure requirements and to receive a recommendation for licensure. A total of 60 credit hours on the transcript, including 9 credits of internship, are required for Indiana LMHC/LMHCA licensure.
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Tuition and living costs are not specified for this program.
How to apply
1. Complete Master's DegreeEnsure you have completed a 51-credit hour master's degree in School Counseling.
2. Review Program RequirementsFamiliarize yourself with the 12-credit hour curriculum for the LMHC Track, including EDPS 50300, EDPS 52100, EDPS 53900, and EDPS 69500 (Internship).
3. Meet Licensure CriteriaVerify that your academic transcript includes a total of 60 credit hours, with at least 9 credits dedicated to internship, to meet Indiana's LMHC/LMHCA licensure requirements.
4. Consult Program CoordinatorUpon program completion, meet with the Counseling Program Coordinator to confirm your coursework aligns with licensure standards and to receive a recommendation.
Frequently asked questions
What is the primary purpose of the LMHC Track?
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This track is designed for graduates who already hold a master's degree in School Counseling and wish to fulfill the requirements for licensure as a Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in Indiana.
How many credits are required for this program?
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The LMHC Track itself is a 12-credit hour program. However, to be eligible for Indiana LMHC/LMHCA licensure, your overall academic transcript must reflect a total of 60 credit hours, including 9 internship credits.
What are the entry requirements for the LMHC Track?
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Applicants must hold a 51-credit hour master's degree in School Counseling. It is also important to ensure your overall academic record, including prior internship credits, meets Indiana's specific licensure criteria.
What career outcomes can I expect after completing this track?
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Upon completion and meeting all Indiana state requirements, graduates will be equipped for roles such as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) or a Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate (LMHCA) in Indiana.
What specific courses are included in the 12-credit hour curriculum?
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The program includes core courses such as Introduction To Mental Health Counseling, Counseling And Psychopathology, Ethics And Professional Identity For Mental Health Counselors, and a 3-credit Internship In Education.