M.S. in Mental Health Counseling Trauma and Crisis Counseling - Walden University

M.S. in Mental Health Counseling Trauma and Crisis Counseling from Walden University is a Online Master Emergency Management degree that prepares you for a Human Services career. Through a mix of research, practical application, and coursework, Walden's CACREP-accredited M.S. in Mental Health Counseling program can prepare you to integrate knowledge and skills into a career as a successful professional counselor. Developed by leading experts in the field, this program is designed to meet the high standards set by CACREP and to provide continuity throughout your learning experience, with each course building upon key experiences. Trauma and Crisis Counseling Concentration When recovering from trauma or disasters, individuals and communities need the help of professionals trained in trauma and crisis counseling . Through this specialization, you can gain the counseling skills and theoretical foundation to help individuals heal from trauma and assist communities in managing crisis . Master the theory, intervention strategies, and treatment models needed to counsel and support individuals and families in crisis . Develop the expertise to train and support first responders managing intense career demands. Gain the crisis management and leadership skills to help communities develop effective, responsive crisis management programs and trauma treatment services. Professional Accreditation Walden's M.S. in Mental Health Counseling program is accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP). CACREP accreditation attests to the quality and relevancy of our program-a program that helps provide you with the skills and credibility to maximize your impact on your profession. In addition, earning a degree that is CACREP-accredited helps to streamline the licensing application process and provides you with an advantage when applying to doctoral programs. Note on Licensure Walden University 's M.S. in Mental Health Counseling is accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP), a specialized accrediting body recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA), which is a requirement for licensure in many states. The M.S. in Mental Health counseling program is designed to prepare graduates to qualify to sit for licensing exams and to meet the academic licensure requirements of many state counseling boards. Because Walden cannot guarantee licensure upon graduation, we encourage students to consult the appropriate agency to determine specific requirements and visit the National Board for Certified Counselors at www.nbcc.org/StateLicensure and the American Association of State Counseling Boards at www.aascb.org. International students are encouraged to identify and contact their appropriate licensing body. Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Emergency Management courses.