The Chicago School Earns CACREP Accreditation For The Online M.A. In Clinical Mental Health Counseling Program
Receipt of the accreditation from the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs denotes a commitment to program excellence
LOS ANGELES, Feb. 1, 2018 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ --
The Online Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Program at The Chicago School of Professional
Psychology (TCSPP), has been granted eight years accreditation by the
Board of Directors of the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related
Educational Programs (CACREP) through March 31, 2026. CACREP is a
specialized accrediting body recognized by the Council for Higher Education
Accreditation, which provides recognition that the content and quality of a
program has been evaluated and meets standards set by the profession. The
Chicago School is one of the leading nonprofit institutions devoted exclusively
to psychology, and related behavioral health sciences.
"This recognition
is exciting for our program and students," said Dr. LoriAnn
Stretch, Department Chair.
"The CHMC Program provides graduates with the skills necessary to provide
mental health services to a wide range of clients, including children and adolescents,
adults, families and couples. Students are prepared with competencies including
ethics, research, evaluation, diagnosis, theories, career assessment, and
counseling interventions."
"We are thrilled
to receive this tremendous recognition by CACREP," said Dr. Tiffany
Masson, Campus Dean, Online
Campus, who noted that the CACREP Board commended TCSPP for the work completed
during the accreditation process. "Our program has been very successful
since inception in September 2014, and having this recognition means our
students are receiving thorough preparation as counselors and are on track to
pursue counseling licensure."
For more information
about The Chicago School's CACREP-accredited Online M.A. in Clinical Mental
Health Counseling Program or to apply, please
visit www.thechicagoschool.edu.
About The Chicago School of
Professional Psychology
Founded in 1979, The Chicago School of
Professional Psychology (TCSPP) is a nonprofit, private school devoted exclusively
to psychology, and related behavioral health sciences. The Chicago School is an
affiliate of TCS,
a nonprofit system of colleges advancing student success and community impact.
The institution serves approximately 4,300 students across campuses in Chicago; Southern
California (Los
Angeles, Irvine and San
Diego); and Washington,
D.C., as well as through
online programs. The Chicago School is accredited by the WASC Senior Collegeand University Commission, (WSCUC), and its Clinical Psychology Doctoral
Programs in Chicago and Washington, D.C. are accredited
by the American Psychological Association. With more than 20 graduate degree
programs, thousands of hours of real-world training, and a wealth of
international opportunities, TCSPP is the leader in professional psychology and
behavioral health education. To learn more, visit www.thechicagoschool.edu.
MEDIA CONTACT: Rebecca Bravo
213.615.7292
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