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Master of Arts in Mental Health

Essential Leadership Skills in Mental Health for Meaningful Community Impact

ÌÇÐÄlogoÈë¿Ú’s online Master of Arts in Mental Health degree is specifically designed for professionals seeking to integrate core mental health principles into roles outside of direct clinical practice. This is one powerful degree for those in adjacent healthcare and community settings, such as education, coaching, sport psychology, human services, ministry, and more, who are eager to elevate their support and improve people’s lives.

The MA in Mental Health program will broaden your perspective, refine your empathy and communication skills, and build the resilience that transforms careers and communities. With Moravian’s Master of Arts in Mental Health degree, you’ll not only deepen your self-understanding but also meet a critical societal need, making you an essential leader in your community.

At a Glance

  • Modality: Online Asynchronous
  • Completion: 30 credits
  • Duration: 12 months
  • Tuition: $22,500 ($750/credit)

Benefits of a Moravian Master’s in Mental Health

  • Broader job opportunities not requiring licensure, such as roles in non-profit, community outreach, research, social service organizations, policy, program coordination, case management, etc.
  • No burden of state exam
  • Time and cost savings for a degree in mental health
  • International mobility (can work in a country where US licensure isn’t required or recognized)

From 2022–32, employment for many mental health-related occupations is projected to grow faster than the 3-percent average for all occupations.

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Curriculum

Moravian’s 30-credit MA in Mental Health program* can be completed in one year over three semesters and focuses on theoretical aspects of mental and social health studies.

*The MAMH degree is for individuals in which a master’s degree is valued and/or required. It does not prepare students for licensing in any state as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). Practical or clinical hours or specific coursework required for licensure as a professional counselor in PA or other states are not included. Looking for counseling? Check out Moravian’s additional programs.

Questions?

Michelle

Dr. Michelle Santiago, Psy.D, NCC, CCMHC, LPC

Program Director
santiagom@moravian.edu

Jessica Skultety

Student Experience Mentor—Behavioral Health
skultetyj@moravian.edu 
610-625-7986