CACREP Statistics and Accreditation
The Clinical Mental Health Counseling (CMHC) program is accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP). Students in this program are prepared and evaluated across 8 core areas based on CACREP standards. As part of our accreditation, the CMHC program faculty evaluates student and program outcomes and analyzes the aggregate and disaggregated results to make data driven program decisions annually. The results of the data collected is explained in the table below and in the Program Outcome Reports.
CACREP Statistics for TAMUT Clinical Mental Health Counseling Graduates
|
Year |
2025 |
|
Number Enrolled |
36 |
|
Number of Graduates |
10 |
|
Completion Rate |
100% |
|
NCE Examination Pass Rate |
100% |
|
Job Placement Rate |
100%* |
*Percentage of students actively seeking employment in the counseling field within the first year.
Employment of mental health counselors is projected to grow 19 percent from 2023 to 2033, much faster than the average for all occupations.
Texas A&M University – Texarkana is located in a unique location bordering three states: Arkansas, Louisiana, Oklahoma, while located in Texas. The job market for clinical mental health counselors is plentiful. Licensed Professional Counselors who are graduates of our program can be found within a 100-mile radius, creating a strong alumni network.
Mission Statement
The Texas A&M University – Texarkana Counseling program delivers high quality instruction and educational opportunities to develop talented counselors, life-long learners, and leaders in the field. Graduates of the program serve the mental health needs of diverse residents of Texas, border states, throughout the country, and around the world. Through ethical practice and professional conduct, our graduates are encouraged to advocate for the field, serve their clients, and meet the needs of an ever-changing world.
Accreditation Information
Performance Evaluation Outcomes Report 2024