The Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP), a specialized accrediting body recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA), has granted accreditation to the following programs in Counseling and Human Development within the Division of Social and Behavioral Sciences at Walsh University: Mental Health Counseling (MA degree) and School Counseling (MA degree).

Reaccreditation date is October 31, 2031

Vital Statistics and Program Outcomes

Program Enrollment

  • Clinical Mental Health Counseling Students: 146
  • School Counseling Students: 68 (Including 12 Dual Students)
  • Total CHD Student Enrollment: 214
Number of Graduates Completion Rate Licensure Exam Pass Rate Employment*
Clinical Mental Health Counseling 42 88% NCE: 82% 100%
School Counseling 9 100% ODE: 87% 100%

* Those who were actively seeking employment.

Student Demographics

The Counseling and Human Development Program has a diverse range of students with respect to both ethnicity and gender. The largest group, at 45%, identifies as White, followed by 42% who prefer not to disclose or identify with a specific category. Minority groups are represented, with 2% Asian, 4% Black, and 6% Multiracial students. Additionally, the program fosters gender inclusivity with a strong majority of female students (82%) and a significant representation of male students (18%).

Download the 2023–2024 Program Outcomes Report