- Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission
- Aligned with Wisconsin LPC, DPI & CAS standards
- Eligible for employer tuition reimbursement
BECOME A COUNSELOR WITHOUT PAUSING YOUR LIFE
EARN YOUR MAC
Earn your master’s online with built-in licensure prep, flexible pacing & faculty who practice what they teach.
Accreditation & Credentials
- You want to make a difference, but grad school feels out of reach
- Internships, exams, licensing — it all sounds confusing
- You're working, maybe parenting, and can’t move states or quit your job
- You need a degree that leads to a license, not just a transcript
What’s Getting in Your Way?
What's Included in the Lakeland MAC?
Three Professional Tracks: Clinical Mental Health, School Counseling & Higher Ed
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Practical Licensure Prep:
Start exams before you graduate
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Hands-On Experience:
Real client contact in supervised settings
OFFER DETAILS:
Tuition: $700 per credit
Total Credits: 48–60
Course Length: 12 weeks
Start anytime: Fall, Spring, Summer
Scholarships available
Rolling admissions
MAC cohorts fill fast — secure your spot now
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Credit for Experience: Skip the repeat courses and move faster
"Lakeland offers great flexibility, allowing me to finish my degree as a mother and a full-time employee."
— Amanda
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— Paige
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Can I work full-time while in the program?
Yes. Courses are designed for working professionals with flexible formats.
How many credits do I need?
Clinical Mental Health requires 60, School Counseling 51, Higher Ed 48.
Will I need to find my own internship site?
You choose the site that fits your goals. Advisors will support you along the way.
Can I take the National Counseling Exam (NCE) before graduating?
Yes. Lakeland MAC students can take the NCE while still enrolled.
Is this program online only?
No. You can attend fully online or mix it up with in-person or BlendEd Live.
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12-week courses mean faster completion
3 flexible start dates per year
Credit for prior learning speeds up graduation
Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission
Eligible for employer tuition reimbursement
Fully online programs available
Built for people balancing real life with big goals
- Learn part-time without losing momentum at work
- Complete your practicum and internship near home
- Train with licensed professionals who know the field
- Prepare for licensure while you’re still in the program
- Choose how you attend: online, in-person, or BlendEd Live
Three licensure-ready tracks
Practicum starts after two-thirds of coursework
Internships include faculty observation & feedback