South University, Cleveland Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling Program Earns Accreditation

CLEVELAND, Aug. 31, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- The Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling program at South University, Cleveland has earned accreditation from the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP).

"This accreditation affirms the quality of education our students receive and it demonstrates that the Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling program at South University, Cleveland adheres to strict academic standards and guidelines," said Program Director Lisa Giovannelli, PhD. "The accreditation also plays an important role in giving our students essential academic and career opportunities."

CACREP-accredited programs are favorably recognized by state licensure boards and allow graduates to pursue becoming Licensed Professional Counselors. It also provides graduates the opportunity to apply to be recognized as a National Certified Counselor from the National Board of Certified Counselors.

Some doctoral programs in Counselor Education and Supervision only accept students who received their master's degree from a CACREP-accredited program, and South University Clinical Mental Health Counseling program faculty prepare them for this opportunity should they choose to further their education. CACREP accreditation is both a national and international accreditation.

The South University, Cleveland Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling degree program 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). The Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs can be contacted at 1001 North Fairfax Street, Suite 510, Alexandria, VA 22314, (703) 535-5990 www.cacrep.org.

Programs, credential levels, technology, and scheduling options vary by school and are subject to change. Not all online programs are available to residents of all U.S. states.  South University, Cleveland 4743 Richmond Road, Warrensville Heights, OH 44128 © 2016 South University. All rights reserved. Our email address is [email protected].

See http://ge.southuniversity.edu/programoffering/3683 for program duration, tuition, fees and other costs, median debt, salary data, alumni success, and other important info.

South University, Cleveland is approved by the Ohio State Board of Career Colleges and Schools, 30 East Broad Street, Suite 2481, Columbus, OH 43215, 614-466-2752. OH registration # 11-07-1971T

South University, Cleveland holds a Certificate of Authorization from the Ohio Board of Regents.

South University, Cleveland does not guarantee third-party certification/licensure. Outside agencies control the requirements for taking and passing certification/licensing exams and are subject to change without notice to South University, Cleveland.

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