Through state-of-the-art technology and facilities, and researched-based training practices, the Department of Counseling and Higher Education seeks to become a premier training facility for master’s level professional counselors.

Clinical Mental Health Counseling
This program meets the requirements for the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP) and leads to licensure as a Professional Counselor (LPC) and Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) in the State of Illinois.

School Counseling
- The M.S. in Counseling is accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Program (CACREP).
- Students completing the M.S. in Counseling are prepared to seek Licensure in the State of Illinois and many other states. Check out a state-by-state listing here. (pdf)