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Contemporary Theory in Mental Health Services
Graduate Certificate in Counseling

Grow your knowledge of contemporary practices and trends in mental health counseling. In Capella’s Graduate Certificate in Contemporary Theory in Mental Health Services, you’ll examine current legal and ethical guidelines and issues affecting the psychological wellness of all populations. Credits earned in these five master’s-level courses may be applicable to an advanced degree at Capella.

This certificate program is not designed or intended to prepare students for professional licensure in the field of counseling in any U.S. jurisdiction.

Deepen your understanding, reach your academic goals

Expand your knowledge of the counseling profession and earn credits that could be applied toward an MS in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Capella.

Academic quality and flexible learning

Complete your professionally aligned graduate certificate in mental health services anytime, anywhere with 24/7 online access to your courseroom.

Comprehensive support and guidance

Receive personalized guidance from counselors, financial aid experts and academic coaches, and gain valuable knowledge from scholar-practitioner faculty, who bring real-world experience in mental health services to the courseroom.

Classes start September 8

Apply today with no application fee.

At a glance

  • 100% Online
  • 5 Core courses

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