Build Your Career; Pay No Tuition
SUNY Fredonia’s Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling (CMHC) is more than a graduate degree—it’s a chance to step into a purpose-driven career at the front lines of today’s mental health crisis. Designed for working professionals, this low-residency, hybrid program combines online learning with in-person classes just one weekend a month. You’ll gain the advanced knowledge and clinical skills needed to serve individuals, families, and communities in high-demand counseling roles—all without pressing pause on your current job or personal life.
Your Tuition, Fees, and Books—Covered
Through New York State’s Career Pathways Training (CPT) grant, eligible students receive full funding for:
- Tuition
- Fees
- Required books
- Academic support resources
In return, you’ll commit to three years of service at a qualifying mental health provider in New York State—allowing you to enter the field with hands-on experience and without the weight of student debt.
For those ready to lead, heal, and serve, Fredonia’s CMHC program offers a rare and practical opportunity to launch a meaningful career—and get paid to prepare for it.
What You’ll Gain
- Fully Funded Education – Through the CPT grant, eligible students can complete their degree with minimal or no cost.
- Flexible Learning – A hybrid, low-residency format lets you balance professional responsibilities while earning your degree.
- Real-World Experience – Field work takes place in clinical settings near your home, offering relevant, hands-on practice.
- Specialized Knowledge – Courses include trauma-informed care, multicultural counseling, group work, and ethical practice.
- Licensure Preparation – Program meets state and national standards for licensure as a Clinical Mental Health Counselor.
- Faculty Mentorship – Learn from award-winning faculty who are leaders in both practice and research.
- Cultural Competency – Develop the skills to work effectively in diverse communities and advocate for mental health equity.
- Career Versatility – Graduates are prepared for roles in private practice, public service, higher ed, courts, and more.