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Earn Your Master’s in Clinical Mental Health – Online!

Harness your passion into a rewarding career.

Why Sonoran’s School
of Mental Health?

Sonoran University of Health Sciences has a rich history of preparing graduates for the future of health care. The Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling is designed to educate and empower the next generation of practitioners in the field of clinical mental health counseling to deliver ethical, compassionate, effective, evidence-based, and multiculturally competent care that enhances the health and well-being of the diverse individuals and communities they serve.

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of substance abuse, behavioral disorder, and mental health counselors is projected to grow 18 percent from 2022 to 2032, much faster than the average for all occupations. With a reported 42,000 job openings each year, there is an urgent need for qualified, trained professionals.2

Online M.S. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Learn how to deliver ethical, compassionate, effective, evidence-based, and multiculturally competent care that enhances the health and well-being of the diverse individuals and communities.1

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The Future of Education at Sonoran University

Our primary purpose is to help shape the counselors of the future. By meeting students where they are, we are able to enrich the learning experience.

Courses at Sonoran University’s School of Mental Health are meticulously crafted, integrating cutting-edge practices in online learning and the latest advancements in learning science. Hear about how Sonoran University is poised and ready to continue delivering education to students – wherever they may be.

In Their Words

I chose Sonoran University of Health Sciences because I needed a fully online program that would prepare me to earn the CNS® credential so I can be licensed to practice in my state.

— Julie B., M.S. in Clinical Nutrition

— Dr. Oluwatosin Oluokun, M.S. in Clinical Nutrition

I feel like Sonoran University of Health Sciences truly prepares you for the world of Clinical Nutrition. I would highly recommend this school to anyone.

— Sammeisha C., M.S. in Clinical Nutrition

How to apply

Which Sonoran University program is right for me?

Online M.S. in Applied Clinical Nutrition

You are ready to distinguish yourself with the Certified Nutrition Specialist® (CNS®) credential and are looking for a degree program that meets 100% of the didactic and supervised practice experience requirements.  As a CNS® you aspire to become a clinician, researcher, educator, or policy advocate in a variety of settings such as private practice, integrative health center, consulting, hospital, government, nonprofit, or academia.
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Online M.S. in Clinical Nutrition

You aspire to be a nutritional clinician, researcher, educator, or policy advocate in a variety of settings such as private practice, integrative health center, consulting, hospital, government, nonprofit, or academia.
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Online M.S. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling

You aspire to be a clinical mental health counselor in diverse settings, including private practice, wellness centers, schools, hospitals, or nonprofits, with specialties such as mental health, school and career counseling, behavioral, couples and family therapy, substance use disorders, trauma and grief counseling, and more.
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Online Supervised Practice Experience (SPE) Program

You aim to complete the required Supervised Practice Experience hours to earn your Certified Nutrition Specialist® (CNS®) credential.
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Online M.S. in Nutrition Business Leadership

You seek leadership roles in the nutraceutical and natural products industry, including executive-level positions in areas such as operations, sales, supply chain, and quality control.
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References

  1. Program of Study for the Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling Program, https://sonoran.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Master-of-Science-in-Clinical-Mental-Health-Counseling-Program-of-Study-Addendum-Version-01-04-24.pdf
  2. Occupational Outlook Handbook: Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors, https://www.bls.gov/ooh/community-and-social-service/substance-abuse-behavioral-disorder-and-mental-health-counselors.htm

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