Mental Health Counseling Degree

The mental health counseling program at Lancaster Bible College prepares students for careers as a behavioral disorder counselor, counselor, marriage and family therapist, mental health counselor, substance abuse counselor, or vocational counselor. The program focuses on helping prevent or remediate personal problems, conflicts, and emotional crisis. Program courses include: human development, psychopathology, individual and group counseling, personality theory, career assessment, patient screening and referral, observation and testing techniques, interviewing skills, professional standards and ethics, and laws and regulations. Get more details below including other Pennsylvania colleges that offer mental health counseling degrees.

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Lancaster Bible College

High St, Easton, PA

Lancaster Bible College is a place of learning located in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. This school provides a variety of excellent programs for its potential students. Enrollment at Lancaster Bible College exceeds 1,100 annually. Lancaster Bible College offers several great programs to pick from. A list of the more popular programs being offered for individuals are:

• Biblical Studies
• Theology and Religious Vocations
• Elementary Education
• Mental Health Counseling

The admissions process would begin with the submission of an application, transcripts and any standardized tests, which are then evaluated by admissions officials. An ACT or SAT exam is required prior to applying, with scores in a range of 880 - 1100 on the SAT and in a range of 19 - 23 for the ACT exam is common among students accepted to Lancaster Bible College.

Lancaster Bible College also offers services for students such as career guidance for students in need of help, job placement options, and flexible courses for those with difficult working schedules.

The cost of tuition at this school is close to $20,000 for undergraduate students and $10,000 for graduate programs, but may change yearly. Students are asked to visit the school's net price calculator to better understand their cost of attendance. Living accommodations are offered for students, which costs approximately $3,600 each year. Financial aid may be offered to potential students that meet the necessary requirements by way of scholarships, grants, and loans.

The Middle States Commission on Higher Education has accredited the education provided by Lancaster Bible College for over two straight years. To see more and get consumer disclosures, please visit lbc.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Mental Health Counseling Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Lancaster Bible College offers a master's degree program in mental health counseling.

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Mental Health Counselors

Description

Counsel with emphasis on prevention. Work with individuals and groups to promote optimum mental and emotional health. May help individuals deal with issues associated with addictions and substance abuse; family, parenting, and marital problems; stress management; self-esteem; and aging.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, mental health counselors employment is expected to grow at a rate of 19.6% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton, PA-NJ
  • Total Employment: 740
  • Average Hourly Rate: $24.62
  • Average Annual Salary: $51220

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).