Introduction
Mental and social health services and allied professions programs prepare students for specialized professional practice in a variety of mental and social health services, including addiction counseling, clinical social work, marriage and family therapy, mental health counseling, and others.
Specific programs included in this major:
- Clinical Pastoral Counseling/Patient Counseling
- Clinical/Medical Social Work
- Community Health Services/Liaison/Counseling
- Genetic Counseling/Counselor
- Marriage and Family Therapy/Counseling
- Mental & Social Health Services & Allied Professions, Other
- Mental Health Counseling/Counselor
- Psychiatric/Mental Health Services Technician
- Psychoanalysis and Psychotherapy
- Substance Abuse/Addiction Counseling
Typical Degrees Offered
Minnesota schools offer several different award levels for this major. The number of 2016-2017 graduates in the chart below were awarded the following degrees:
*This award level also includes post-bachelor's certificates.
**This award level also includes post-master's certificates.
Careers You Qualify For With This Major
Schools That Offer This Major
Related Majors
College Preparation
In Minnesota, your school may have developed a Program of Study in this career area. A Program of Study is an academic and career plan developed by your high school to help move you towards a career and college path. A Program of Study can help you:
- Select high school classes that prepare you for college and getting a job
- Understand how the classes you're taking in high school lead to a career
- Identify extra-curricular activities that are related to your career interest
- See what classes at your school offer early college credit that will save you time and money towards your college expenses
- Graduate from high school prepared for your next step toward the career you choose
Learn more about Programs of Study at your high school.