Counseling Licensure Programs
Prepare for professional counseling licensure with Regent University’s CACREP-accredited programs. Our comprehensive, faith-integrated curriculum equips you with advanced clinical skills, solid theoretical foundations, and extensive supervised practice required for licensure in Virginia and states with compatible requirements. Join a learning community where exceptional clinical training meets Christian values.
60 Credit Hours | On-Campus or Online with Minimal Residency Requirements
Regent’s Master of Arts in Counseling programs provide the academic preparation and clinical training necessary to pursue professional licensure as a counselor. With CACREP accreditation, your degree will be recognized nationwide. Choose from three specialized tracks, each designed to prepare you for distinct professional roles in the counseling field.
- M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
- M.A. in Marriage, Couple & Family Counseling
- M.A. in School Counseling
Program Outcomes
The outcomes of an M.A. in Counseling show that each degree is high-performing. The M.A. in Counseling has an 82% average completion rate and 95% average job placement rate. Read more about the M.A. in Counseling program evaluation.
Disclosure Statement & Licensure
Enrollment in one of the M.A. licensure programs does not guarantee qualification for professional licensure. It is the sole responsibility of the student, not the program, to obtain information regarding prerequisites for licensure as outlined by their particular state board of counseling or department of education.
Before enrolling in a licensure program at Regent, students should consult the rules and regulations regarding licensure for their particular state. More specifically, students should be aware of the following before enrolling in one of Regent’s counseling programs:
- State regulations regarding the number of academic courses and practicum/internship hours.
- The state accreditation requirements for educational institutions.
- The state regulations and requirements for online graduate programs.
To view the licensure board in your state, please visit The National Board for Certified Counselors
66 Credit Hours | Online with three one-week residencies
The Ph.D. in Counselor Education & Supervision is designed for currently licensed counselors who are strongly motivated to attain a high level of competency in the field of counseling. The program is CACREP accredited and requires an internship and dissertation.
Program Outcomes
The Ph.D. in Counselor Education & Supervision prepares scholars and clinical supervisors who advance the counseling profession. Our graduates serve as counselor educators, clinical supervisors, researchers, and leaders in academic institutions, agencies, and private practice settings across the country. View Program Evaluation Data