List of Counseling Degrees in Nebraska

Featured Online Counseling Programs

The online programs offer the same curriculum and classes as the traditional programs on campus. All three of the universities offer the Master's in Counseling degree on campus online in a traditional classroom setting.

Located in Wayne, Nebraska, Wayne State College offers a Master's with specialties in Student Affair and College Counseling or Clinical Mental Health Counseling. University of Nebraska offers two locations in Nebraska, one located in Kearney and one in Omaha. The Kearney campus offers an MA in Clinical Mental Health while the Omaha campus has options of specializing in Clinical Mental Health and School Counseling.

Here are a few schools in Nebraska with CACREP-accredited counseling programs:

University of Nebraska at Kearney: M.S.Ed. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
University of Nebraska at Omaha: M.A./M.S. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling M.A./M.S. in School Counseling
Wayne State College: M.S.E. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Click to jump to the full list of Nebraska counseling programs, or consider learning more about one of the below online counseling program currently accepting applicants. Here are a few schools in Nebraska with CACREP-accredited counseling programs:

University of Nebraska at Kearney: M.S.Ed. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
University of Nebraska at Omaha: M.A./M.S. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling M.A./M.S. in School Counseling
Wayne State College: M.S.E. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Click to jump to the full list of Nebraska counseling programs, or consider learning more about one of the below online counseling program currently accepting applicants.

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Online CACREP Master of Counseling Programs in Nebraska

The CACREP only accredits online programs that contain all of the required course work for licensure, as well as includes the required practicum or experience requirements for counseling students. As you search for programs that may work for your needs and your schedule, you should always take the time to review the type of accreditation that your program has received prior to enrolling. Accreditation can greatly influence whether or not your degree can help you become licensed once you have completed all of your prerequisite requirements.

Bellevue University Online Master's in Counseling Programs

Bellevue University - located in the state of Nebraska - can be a viable option for you to review for your online Master of Counseling degree program. This university offers a CACREP-accredited online Master of Counseling in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, which could be a great option for students that are interested in influencing a wide range of potential clients in the professional field.

The online program at this school requires 60 credit hours for completion, making the anticipated completion time around 2-3 years for most enrolled students. As part of the general curriculum and experience requirements, students can also take part in 100 practicum hours and 600 hours of clinical internship which must be completed under the supervision of a licensed counselor within their field. The curriculum for this online program may include courses that focus on counseling ethics, assessments, and treatment methods that can help you grow into a knowledgeable and experienced clinical professional in the future.

Since Bellevue's online Master of Counseling program is the only online and accredited option for students in this state, it can be your prime option for pursuing a career in this field in the most convenient fashion.

Snapshot: Online CACREP Accredited Programs

Online Counseling Programs in Nebraska

While traditional campus programs are a great way to earn a Master's in Counseling, the state of Nebraska also offers one program online at an accredited university. Online programs offer opportunities to students who might not be able to meet during traditional classes on campus.

Bellevue University Online MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Bellevue University is a college located in Bellevue, Nebraska. Bellevue is an accredited university that offers an MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling through an online method.

This college also provides the same program on campus, but online programs offer the ease of learning from home with a flexible schedule to work around employment and family time.

Nebraska Counseling Licensure: Nebraska Counseling Licensing Boards

Nebraska Counseling Licensure

Board of Mental Health Practice
P.O. Box 94986
Lincoln, NE 68509
402/471-2117
http://dhhs.ne.gov/licensure/Pages/Mental-Health-and-Social-Work-Practice.aspx
Licensure:
Licensed Independent Mental Health Practitioner-Certified Professional Counselor or Licensed Professional Counselor (LIMHP-CPC/LPC)
Licensed Mental Health Practitioner (LMHP)
Provisional Licensed Mental Health Practitioner (PLMHP)

School Counseling Licensure

Department of Education
Teacher Certification
301 Centennial Mall South
PO Box 94987
Lincoln, NE 68509-4987
(402) 471-0739
[email protected]
www.education.ne.gov/tcert
School Guidance Counselor [K-6] [4-9] [7-12] [K-12]

If you are looking for Marriage and Family Therapy programs, go to our guide on MFT programs in Nebraska.

Featured Counseling Programs

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Schools With Campus-Based CACREP Accredited Nebraska 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 Nebraska. Keep scrolling or jump to all programs for all programs or view online CACREP accredited counseling programs.

All Accredited Schools with Counseling Degrees in Nebraska

View all programs in Nebraska below, or jump to all Nebraska CACREP accredited counseling programs.