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Guide Athletes Toward Resilience.
The MEd/MS in Clinical Mental Health Counseling (CMHC): Athletic Counseling at Springfield College prepares students to work at the intersection of mental health, performance, and well-being. This program integrates clinical mental health training with specialized coursework and fieldwork focused on athletes and performers.
Students are trained to support individuals holistically—addressing mental health concerns, performance-related goals, interpersonal relationships, and life balance—while developing the clinical skills required for professional counseling practice.
The Athletic Counseling concentration is ideal for students who want to work with athletes and performers while also pursuing licensure as a clinical mental health counselor.
Career Pathways and Outcomes
Graduates of the Clinical Mental Health Counseling: Athletic Counseling program are prepared for multiple professional pathways, including:
- Licensure as a clinical mental health counselor (CMHC) (educational requirements vary by state)
- Certified Mental Performance Consultant® (CMPC) eligibility through the Association for Applied Sport Psychology (AASP)*
- Clinical work with athletes and performers in:
- College and university counseling centers
- Athletic departments and player development roles
- Community mental health agencies
- Private practice (post-licensure)
- Preparation for doctoral programs in clinical, counseling, or sport psychology
*The CMPC credential is awarded by AASP and is not conferred by Springfield College. Additional coursework or supervised experience may be required depending on individual progress.
How to Apply:
Admissions Requirements
- Complete the online application: Once your application form is processed you will receive an email with your application portal login credentials and instructions for submitting supplemental materials as listed below.
- Essay: In two to three double-spaced pages, please describe significant life experiences that have contributed to your interest in your field, your understanding of this field, your occupational objectives, and why you have chosen Springfield College.
- Resume: Please include any college activities, out-of-school leadership experiences, work history, and community involvement to support your interest in or qualifications for graduate study.
- Two letters of recommendation: Two letters of recommendation from a faculty member or direct supervisor: Recommenders will receive an email when you submit your application and will be able to upload your letter to your application.
- Interview: This program requires an interview
- Transcripts: An official transcript from each college/university you have attended is required. In order to be considered official, transcripts must be received directly from the original source, by email to graduate@springfield.edu or mailed to the college address:
Springfield College
Office of Graduate Admissions
263 Alden Street
Springfield, MA 01109
International Applicants
- $100 non-refundable International Application fee
In addition to the above admissions requirements, all international applicants from non-English-speaking countries are required to submit:
- Proof of English language proficiency by way of the TOEFL or IELTS: Other tests may be accepted on a case-by-case basis. Please refer to our language requirements for more information on acceptable tests, minimum scores, exemptions, and conditional acceptance. If your undergraduate degree was earned in the United States and you successfully completed college-level English, we will consider English language proficiency met.
- Please note: Transcripts must be in English. If the transcript is not in English you will be required to submit a professional credential evaluation completed by any member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES). For this we recommend SpanTran, with its customized portal for Springfield College applicants. World Education Services or Josef Silny & Associates, Inc. are also recommended for your credential evaluations.
The Office of International Admissions can assist you with questions you may have about enrolling at Springfield College as an international student by emailing intladmissions@springfieldcollege.edu.
Application Deadlines
Domestic Students
- Application and Supporting Materials Priority Deadline: February 6
- Following the priority deadline, applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis as space is available.
International Students
- Application and Supporting Materials Deadline: February 6
