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LPC track for Texas
A counseling curriculum designed for students pursuing Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensure in Texas. (Masters in Counseling LPC track, LPC degree programs Texas)
Flexible for adults
A counseling degree for adults with an online-first format that can fit work and family responsibilities. (Flexible online counseling MA)
An affordable online counseling masters option at $325 per credit with a clear, predictable cost model.
Don’t let being an adult stop you from being a student. Online and on-campus courses are custom-built for adults with parenting and work obligations.
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Program overview
Career impact + licensure
Clinical training and practicum expectations
Curriculum snapshot
DFW and North Texas local relevance
Mental health career training with real clinical preparation
48-60
Credit hours to complete degree programs
$325
Per credit hour
Mental health career training with real clinical preparation
Program overview
Career impact + licensure
Clinical training and practicum expectations
Curriculum snapshot
DFW and North Texas local relevance
Earn your Master’s Degree for less.
The Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling prepares competent, ethical, and culturally skilled counselors through training in professional counseling concepts, techniques, and skills.
Who it’s for?
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Professionals seeking a career change to counseling
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Adults who need a part time counseling masters path
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Students pursuing a Clinical Mental Health Counseling degree online while staying connected to Texas licensure requirements
48-60
Credit hours to complete degree programs
$325
Per credit hour
Program overview
Career impact + licensure
Clinical training and practicum expectations
Curriculum snapshot
DFW and North Texas local relevance
LPC degree programs Texas
30-36
Credit hours to complete degree programs
$325
Per credit hour
LPC degree programs Texas
Program overview
Career impact + licensure
Clinical training and practicum expectations
Curriculum snapshot
DFW and North Texas local relevance
Students who complete the program meet the academic requirements for becoming Licensed Professional Counselors (LPC) in Texas. Students should review current state requirements for updates, and licensure questions should be directed to the Texas State Board of Examiners of Professional Counselors.
You must be a permanent resident living in the State of Texas to enroll in this degree.
30-36
Credit hours to complete degree programs
$325
Per credit hour
Program overview
Career impact + licensure
Clinical training and practicum expectations
Curriculum snapshot
DFW and North Texas local relevance
Practicum preparation that matches real-world counseling
100%
Online
36
Credit hours to complete
$325
Per credit hour
Practicum preparation that matches real-world counseling
Program overview
Career impact + licensure
Clinical training and practicum expectations
Curriculum snapshot
DFW and North Texas local relevance
Earn your Master’s Degree for less.
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Program includes a minimum of 300 practicum hours
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No student may enroll in practicum without completing all other degree requirements
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CPCE requirement is tied to pre-practicum/practicum progression (call this out so students plan early)
100%
Online
36
Credit hours to complete
$325
Per credit hour
Program overview
Career impact + licensure
Clinical training and practicum expectations
Curriculum snapshot
DFW and North Texas local relevance
What you’ll study in the MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
What you’ll study in the MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Program overview
Career impact + licensure
Clinical training and practicum expectations
Curriculum snapshot
DFW and North Texas local relevance
Required Graduate Studies: 3 hours
Major Requirements: 54 hours
Counseling elective: 3 hours
Total: 60 credits
Program overview
Career impact + licensure
Clinical training and practicum expectations
Curriculum snapshot
DFW and North Texas local relevance
Counseling degree Dallas and North Texas support
Counseling degree Dallas and North Texas support
Program overview
Career impact + licensure
Clinical training and practicum expectations
Curriculum snapshot
DFW and North Texas local relevance
For students searching LPC programs in North Texas or mental health graduate programs DFW, Amberton offers online access with optional on-campus options in the Dallas–Fort Worth area.
If you’re researching best counseling schools in Texas, prioritize licensure alignment, practicum expectations, and a format you can actually finish.
FAQ
How many credits is the program?
60 total credits.
What is the tuition rate?
$325 per credit.
Do I need the GRE?
There are no entrance exam requirements, and the application is free.
Does this support LPC in Texas?
Program completion meets the academic requirements for LPC in Texas; students should review current state requirements for changes.
Are there practicum requirements?
Yes, the curriculum includes a minimum of 300 practicum hours and practicum timing depends on completing program requirements.