Master of Science in Mental Health

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Master of

Science in Mental Health

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Master of Science in Mental Health

The Master of Science in Mental Health at Carver University is designed to prepare professionals with advanced knowledge and practical competencies in mental health care, psychological well-being, and evidence-based intervention strategies. Through an interdisciplinary curriculum that integrates psychology, neuroscience, public health, counseling, and ethical practice, the program equips students to address contemporary mental health challenges across diverse populations and professional settings.

Students will develop competencies in assessment, prevention, intervention, and mental health promotion while exploring the social, cultural, and organizational factors that influence psychological well-being. The program emphasizes ethical leadership, trauma-informed approaches, and innovative strategies that support resilience, inclusion, and holistic mental health care in clinical, educational, and community environments.

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Learning goals

Analyze mental health systems, psychosocial factors, and interdisciplinary frameworks from an academic and research-based perspective.
Examine the fundamental concepts and theoretical models of psychiatry without engaging in clinical training or diagnostic practice.
Evaluate the influence of sociocultural, organizational, and environmental determinants on the mental well-being of diverse populations.
Apply research methodologies to the study of mental health challenges, policies, and community or organizational initiatives.
Understand psychobiological processes and foundational neuroscience principles in order to interpret their relevance to mental health research and interdisciplinary analysis.
Develop evidence-based recommendations for mental health promotion, prevention strategies, and the design of policies and programs in non-clinical settings.

Professional perspectives

Academic and Research Competencies
Demonstrates mastery of conceptual frameworks, epidemiological models, and interdisciplinary approaches for the analysis of mental health. Designs and conducts non-clinical research projects using qualitative and quantitative methodologies, generating meaningful knowledge for understanding the factors that influence mental well-being.

Policy Analysis and Prevention Competencies
Critically evaluates mental health systems, public policies, and the social determinants that shape population well-being. Develops evidence-based recommendations for mental health promotion, the design of preventive programs, and the strengthening of community and organizational initiatives.

Neuroscience and Interdisciplinary Understanding Competencies
Understands psychobiological processes and cognitive neuroscience principles relevant to contemporary mental health research. Interprets neuroscientific findings and integrates them into interdisciplinary analyses that enrich the understanding of mental well-being without involving clinical practice.

Program sequence

Track 1 – Foundations and Perspectives in Mental Health

Academic Perspectives in Psychiatry and Mental Health Systems
Prevalent Mental Disorders: Conceptual and Epidemiological Approaches
Mental Health Across the Lifespan: Childhood, Adolescence, and Older Adulthood
Mental Health Crises: Community and Organizational Responses

Track 2 – Research, Neuroscience, and Evidence-Based Models

Research Methods in Mental Health Studies
Psychobiology and Clinical Neuroscience
Crisis Intervention and Mental Health in Disasters
Contemporary Evidence-Based Models

Track 3 – Social Determinants, Contemporary Debates, and Applied Neuroscience

Contemporary Debates in Psychiatry and Mental Health
Social Determinants of Mental Health
Applied Research in Cognitive Neuroscience
Capstone Project: Mental Health

Faculty

At Carver University, we take pride in having a distinguished faculty team composed of highly qualified professors who are committed to both educational excellence and research. With their extensive backgrounds and experiences, they bring a wealth of knowledge to the classroom and to our students.

Percy Guzmán Grados

Cristian Isamit Fuentes

Ana María Teresa Poo Figueroa

Claudio Lavín Tapia

Iván Luís García Valenzuela

Johana Zapata Habed

Rodolfo Marcone Presti

Melissa Houston

Pablo Aranibar

Roberto Darrigrandi

Alfredo Zamudio

Sara Geller

Pinkas Flint

Daniel Alor

Jorge Muro

Kevin Laura

Rober Aphang

Ernesto Leo

Jorge Bernal

Ben Yabar

Claudia Carrera

Financial information

Fees

The program includes a $150.00 application fee and a $150.00 technology fee. These admission-related fees are waived for students who choose the full upfront payment option.

Total cost of the program

The total cost of the program is US $11,700.00. This amount does not include enrollment tuition fees or other applicable administrative charges. Academic materials and access to the virtual library are included as part of the program. Applicants may also apply for the George Washington Carver Grant, which provides up to 75% coverage of tuition costs, subject to the application and approval process.

Financial aid

Carver University is proud to offer a variety of financial aid options for qualified students, which may include academic scholarships, merit-based scholarships, and student loans. For more information about these opportunities and how to apply, please visit our financial Aid.

For specific details regarding costs, we recommend visiting our Tuition and Fees page.

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Carver University, in partnership with Coursera for Campus, allows its students to take highly specialized courses and programs offered and certified by the most prestigious universities in the world.

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Admissions

All applicants must meet the following admission requirements:

1. Submit a copy of an updated resume.

2. Submit three (3) letters of recommendation.

3. Submit an official transcript or original foreign evaluation showing successful completion of a US equivalent bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university or equivalent recognition.

4. Submission of a valid government-issued photo identification.