In the Classroom
Our Programs
The Department of Counseling and Mental Health Professions offers multiple graduate-level programs in Counseling, Creative Arts Therapy Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, Rehabilitation Counseling, as well as an undergraduate minor in Human Services, and classes in Research.
Advanced Certificate
Interested in Gerontology: Healthy Aging?
This 18-credit advanced certificate program provides you with a basic interdisciplinary background in gerontology coupled with a related field placement or capstone research experience.
Health Professions & Human Services
Accelerated & Dual Degree Programs
The School of Health Professions and Human Services offers many accelerated and dual-degree program options, which allow you to earn both an undergraduate and graduate degree in 5-6 years.
At Hofstra
Resources
In this department, you'll have access to all the rsources you need to make the most of your education.
About the Department
The overall focus of the programs is on promoting the psychosocial health and development of the clients, consumers, and students with whom we work. Each graduate program offers the standard bearing curriculum identified by the accrediting organizations in the respective disciplines, and most lead to certification or licensure in the field.
Your Future
Career Potential
Graduating students are asked about their employment and activities after leaving Hofstra. Check out the results to see where students with degrees from this department went next.
Contact the Department
Department Chair
Jamie Mitus
Associate Professor of Counseling and Mental Health Professions, Chair
Hagedorn Hall 149
516-463-7453