school of health sciences
Programs in the School of Health Sciences focus on academic excellence, innovative teaching, interprofessional education and applied learning, creating opportunities across diverse community and health care settings. Together faculty and students engage in high-profile initiatives and health science research within the Capital Region’s leading health science facilities and beyond.
Master of Arts in Counseling and Community Psychology PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS Develop vital skills.
Students will gain knowledge needed by mental health counselors, learning how to provide evaluation, assessment and treatment services to adults, children and families.
Apply psychology to address social issues
through psychological principles, research and methods.
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Pearl Counseling Center Samaritan Hospital Albany Medical Center State offices The Arc of Rensselaer PROS (Personalized Recovery Oriented Services) St. Peter’s Sexual Assault and Crime Victims Assistance Program
Licensure: Graduates are eligible to take the
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Accredited by the Masters in Psychology and
• Official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended • Two letters of recommendation • A 1-2 page career goals essay • A current resume
New York State licensing exam to become a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC).
FOR MORE INFORMATION www.sage.edu/health
ALUMNI ARE EMPLOYED AT:
Counseling Accreditation Council (MPCAC), this program can also be taken with the Forensic Mental Health Certificate of Advanced Study. This program is also approved by the New York State Office of Alcohol and Substance Abuse Services (OASAS) to offer training meeting the Credentialed Alcohol and Substance Abuse Counselor in Training (CASAC-T) requirements.
Deadline: Rolling admission Start date: Fall, Spring, Summer semester