Universities such as Henderson State University, Harding University, and the University of Arkansas are leading colleges for counseling programs throughout the state, with the University of Arkansas offering classes at numerous campuses.
Prospective students that live in Fayetteville, Little Rock, Searcy or Arkadelphia have Universities right in their hometown which provides easy access to available accredited counseling programs. If you might be interested in pursuing specialty fields as part of your degree program, you might be pleased to discover that Arkansas offers specialty programs in three concentrations including Clinical Mental Health, School Counseling, and Rehabilitation Counseling.
Here are a few schools in Arkansas with CACREP-accredited counseling programs:- Arkansas State University: Ed.S. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
- Harding University: M.S. in School Counseling M.S./Ed.S. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
- Henderson State University: M.S. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling M.S.E. in School Counseling
- University of Arkansas - Fayetteville: M.S. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling M.S. in Rehabilitation Counseling M.S. in School Counseling Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision
Consider a Featured Online Counseling Program
| School and Program Information | Online Program? Entry Requirements |
Course Information |
|---|---|---|
| Walden University
MS in School Counseling
 CACREP Accredited |
✔ Online
GRE scores not required |
School counselors help students overcome obstacles and shape successful futures. Walden’s online MS in School Counseling program will give you a solid foundation in school counseling theories, approaches, and best practices while enabling you to gain hands-on experience. Learn More |
| Walden University
MS Dual Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and School Counseling
CACREP Accredited |
✔ Online
GRE scores not required |
The counseling field is in need of qualified, compassionate professionals like you to meet the demand for services. In Walden's clinical mental health counseling and school counseling dual degree program, you’ll gain the insights and hands-on training to positively impact the lives of children, adults, and families. Learn More |
| Walden University
MS in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
CACREP Accredited |
✔ Online
GRE scores not required |
Mental health counselors play a valuable role in helping people cope with life’s challenges. Walden’s online MS in Clinical Mental Health Counseling program can help you become the competent, compassionate counselor you know you can be. Learn More |
| Liberty University
MA: Clinical Mental Health Counseling (CACREP Accredited)
CACREP Accredited |
✔ Online
Online with required intensives |
Our CACREP-accredited master’s in counseling degree online can help you become an ethical, well-trained mental health counselor with the knowledge, values, and skills you need to empower others to make positive changes in their lives. Online and on campus. Training Champions for Christ since 1971. Learn More |
| Grand Canyon University
Master's Degree in Counseling
HLC and NASAC Accredited |
✔ 100% Online
Over 14 Specializations Available |
Affordable with No Out of State Tuition Learn More |
| Liberty University
MED: School Counseling
CACREP Accredited |
✔ Online
Online with required intensives |
Liberty University’s CACREP-accredited Master of Education (M.Ed.) in School Counseling can help equip you to work as a school counselor in Christian, public, and private schools. Online and on campus. Training Champions for Christ since 1971. Learn More |
| Liberty University
MA: Marriage and Family Therapy
SACSCOC |
✔ Online
Online with required intensives |
A Liberty University marriage and family therapy master’s program online can prepare you to help individuals, couples, and families find healing through counseling. Online and on campus. Training Champions for Christ since 1971. Learn More |
| Northwestern University
Online MA in Counseling
CACREP Accredited |
✔ Online
GRE Not Required Bachelor's Required |
Prepare to pursue licensure in as few as 18 months Learn MoreFull-time, part-time, and accelerated track options available |
| Capella University
Counseling & Therapy
CACREP Accredited |
✔ Online
GRE Not Required |
Offering master’s degree programs in clinical mental health counseling and school counseling. Doctoral degree program available in counselor education & supervision. No GRE required. Learn More |
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Online Counseling Programs in Arkansas
If you reside in Arkansas, you might be considering enrollment in an online counseling degree program. However, there may be factors to consider prior to enrolling in available programs, such as their current accreditation status. Accredited programs provide opportunities to obtain licensure after graduation and are required by the Arkansas State Committee for Counseling during the licensing process.
While there are not any accredited online counseling programs in Arkansas, there are four university locations that can be an excellent choice for people that are in need of convenience with their degree programs. Two of these programs are found at the University of Arkansas, one at the Little Rock campus and one at the Fayetteville campus.
Walden University - MS in School Counseling (CACREP Accredited)
Walden University - MS in Clinical Mental Health Counseling (CACREP Accredited)
Liberty University - MA: Clinical Mental Health Counseling (CACREP Accredited) (CACREP Accredited)
Grand Canyon University - Master's Degree in Counseling (NASAC Accredited)
Liberty University - MED: School Counseling (CACREP and NCATE through CAEP Accredited)
Liberty University - MA: Marriage and Family Therapy (SACSCOC Accredited)
Northwestern University - Online MA in Counseling (CACREP Accredited)
Capella University - Counseling & Therapy (CACREP Accredited)
Campus Based Counseling Programs in Arkansas
The University of Arkansas at Fayetteville offers concentrations in Clinical Mental Health, School Counseling and Rehabilitation Counseling. The University of Arkansas at Little Rock offers a Master’s in Counseling with a concentration in Rehabilitation Counseling. Henderson State University in Arkadelphia, Arkansas, offers a Master’s in Counseling Degree with concentrations in School Counseling and Clinical Mental Health Counseling.
Harding University in Searcy, Arkansas, offers concentrations in Clinical Mental Health and School Counseling. Different programs at these universities offer students flexible schedules whether attending part-time or full-time. These programs are all accredited and are accepting new applications in Arkansas. If interested in the licensure process, please contact the Arkansas Board of Examiners in Counseling for more information.
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Schools With Campus-Based CACREP Accredited Arkansas Counseling Degrees
CACREP (Council for Accreditation of Counseling & Related Educational Programs) is the top accrediting board for counseling programs. Below, you will find a list of all of the CACREP accredited counseling programs in Arkansas. Keep scrolling or jump to all programs for all programs or view online CACREP accredited counseling programs.
Arkansas State University
- CACREP Status: Accredited, 2 Year
- CACREP Accreditation Runs: 1/13/2018 to 10/31/2021
Harding University
- CACREP Status: Accredited, 8 Year
- CACREP Accreditation Runs: 7/9/2013 to 3/31/2023
- CACREP Status: Accredited, 8 Year
- CACREP Accreditation Runs: 7/9/2013 to 3/31/2023
Henderson State University
- CACREP Status: Accredited, 8 Year
- CACREP Accreditation Runs: 1/14/2016 to 10/31/2026
- CACREP Status: Accredited, 8 Year
- CACREP Accreditation Runs: 1/14/2016 to 10/31/2026
University of Arkansas - Fayetteville
- CACREP Status: Accredited, 8 Year (Re-Accreditation In-Process)
- CACREP Accreditation Runs: 7/4/2011 to 3/31/2021
- CACREP Status: Accredited, 8 Year (Re-Accreditation In-Process)
- CACREP Accreditation Runs: 7/1/2017 to 3/31/2021
- CACREP Status: Accredited, 8 Year (Re-Accreditation In-Process)
- CACREP Accreditation Runs: 5/1/1996 to 3/31/2021
- CACREP Status: Accredited, 8 Year (Re-Accreditation In-Process)
- CACREP Accreditation Runs: 5/1/1996 to 3/31/2021
University of Arkansas Little Rock
- CACREP Status: Accredited, 8 Year (Re-Accreditation In-Process)
- CACREP Accreditation Runs: 7/1/2017 to 10/31/2020
All Accredited Schools with Counseling Degrees in Arkansas
View all programs in Arkansas below, or jump to all Arkansas CACREP accredited counseling programs.Arkansas State University State University
- Ed.S. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Harding University Searcy
- M.S. in School Counseling
- M.S./Ed.S. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Henderson State University Arkadelphia
- M.S. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
- M.S.E. in School Counseling
University of Arkansas Fayetteville
- Doctorate - School Counseling
University of Arkansas - Fayetteville Fayetteville
- M.S. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
- M.S. in Rehabilitation Counseling
- M.S. in School Counseling
- Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision
University of Arkansas Little Rock Little Rock
- M.A. in Rehabilitation Counseling
University of Central Arkansas Conway
- Bachelors - Substance Abuse and Addiction Counseling
