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 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 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 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 |
| Grand Canyon University
Master's Degree in Counseling
HLC and NASAC Accredited |
✔ Online
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Clinical Mental Health Counseling master's degree emphases include: Childhood and Adolescence Disorders, Christian Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, and Trauma. Designed to meet the academic requirements of the National Board for Certified Counselors for the National Certified Counselor credential, the Certified Clinical Mental Health Counselor credential and the Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners. As a private university, GCU has the same in-state and out-of-state tuition. 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 |
| University of Denver
Master of Arts in School Counseling
Designed to adhere to CACREP standards |
✔ Online
No GRE Required; Minimum GPA 2.5 Required |
Earn a Master’s degree in School Counseling online from the University of Denver. Learn from doctoral-level faculty in live classes and gain experience through mock counseling and in-field training. No GRE required. Complete in as few as 24 months. Learn More |
| Pepperdine University
Master’s Clinical Psychology (Licensed Professional Counselor)
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✔ Online
No GRE Required Bachelor's Degree Required |
Bachelor's holders can prepare to become a licensed professional counselor online. With no GRE scores required to apply, the 24 month online MA in Clinical Psychology from Pepperdine allows you to advance your career and be a catalyst of change. Learn More |
| Mid-America Christian University (MACU)
Master of Science (MS) in Counseling
Higher Learning Commission (HLC) |
✔ Online
100% Online |
Expand your impact with an online counseling degree rooted in faith-based practice. Mid-America Christian University offers the largest Master of Science (MS) in Counseling program in Oklahoma, with emphasis areas in addiction and substance abuse, applied behavioral science, clinical mental health counseling, and marriage and family therapy. Explore the online MS in Counseling at MACU. Learn More |
| The Chicago School
M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
CACREP Accredited |
✔ Online
Bachelor's Degree Required. |
This online CMHC program prepares students for a career offering mental health services in a variety of settings; helping diverse clients through issues such as depression, anxiety, grief, low self-esteem, stress, relationship difficulties, and suicidal impulses. 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.
Northwestern University - Online MA in Counseling (CACREP Accredited)
Walden University - MS in School Counseling (CACREP Accredited)
Walden University - MS in Clinical Mental Health Counseling (CACREP Accredited)
Grand Canyon University - Master's Degree in Counseling (NASAC Accredited)
Liberty University - MA: Clinical Mental Health Counseling (CACREP Accredited) (CACREP Accredited)
University of Denver - Master of Arts in School Counseling
Pepperdine University - Master’s Clinical Psychology (Licensed Professional Counselor)
Mid-America Christian University (MACU) - Master of Science (MS) in Counseling (Higher Learning Commission (HLC) Accredited)
The Chicago School - M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling (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
