This occupation should grow much faster than the average for other occupations in Indiana. In addition, job seekers should find excellent employment opportunities as the number of available openings is expected to be greater than the number of qualified applicants. Preparation Mental health counselors usually have a master's degree. Their degree could be in mental health counseling, psychology, or social work. The Mental Health Counselor Board is the agency responsible for licensure of mental health counselors in the state of Indiana.
Some states require employment counselors to have a masters degree.
Other states accept a bachelors degree and required counseling courses.