Online Master's in Counseling Programs — Schools Based in California

These are online programs offered by schools based in California. That does not mean only California residents can enroll, and it does not mean every California resident can: schools publish their own state authorization and licensure disclosures, shown on each program page where available.

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Palo Alto University

Master of Arts Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling (Online / Distance Learning)

Awarded degree: Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Master'sMA CACREP

Palo Alto, CASchool location, not where online students live or train

Online courseworkCampus residencies required · Study intensity not published

Online coursework with campus residency; practicum and internship required in person700 practicum hours (as published)Placement support stated

9 quarters · 94.5 credits

$8,225 per term · All students — Cost of attendance, MA in CMHC Year 1, Tuition & Fees per quarter · year not stated

November 1, 2026 · Spring 2027

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San Diego State University

M.S. in Rehabilitation Counseling - Distance Option (CDER)

Awarded degree: Master of Science (M.S.) in Rehabilitation Counseling

Rehabilitation Counseling

Master'sMSCACREP: not listed Fully online coursework

San Diego, CASchool location, not where online students live or train

Fully online courseworkNo campus visits (stated) · Study intensity not published

Fully online coursework; local practicum and internship required

typically two and a half to three years · 60 credits

Tuition not published / not verified

March 15, 2027 · Fall 2027

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Also include counseling psychology

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