LVC Clinical Mental Health Counseling Students Earn 100% National Counselor Exam Pass Rate
- Eleven students from LVC's Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling program achieved a 100% pass rate on the National Counselor Examination, surpassing the national average of 89%.
- LVC's exceptional pass rate reflects the comprehensive education, clinical training, and faculty mentorship students receive.
Annville, PA (08/10/2026) — Eleven students of Lebanon Valley College's Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling (CMHC) program achieved a 100% pass rate on the National Counselor Examination, surpassing the national pass rate of 89%. All LVC students who attempted the exam in the first half of the calendar year are now one step closer to becoming licensed professional counselors.
"A 100% first-time pass rate is an outstanding achievement that reflects the dedication of our students and the strength of our Clinical Mental Health Counseling program," said Dr. Jeremy Goshorn, Program Director and Assistant Professor of Clinical Mental Health Counseling. "Exceeding the national average demonstrates that our students are well prepared to become licensed counselors who will provide compassionate, high-quality care and make a meaningful impact in their communities."
Lebanon Valley College integrates exam preparation into its 60-credit curriculum that received accreditation from the Council for Accreditation and Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP). Taught by practicing clinicians, LVC's CMHC program features courses on trauma counseling, creative arts in counseling, and crisis intervention and prevention. Students also complete a 700-hour supervised internship and practicum, allowing them to apply classroom learning in real-world counseling settings before graduating.
"Our goal has never been to prepare students simply to pass an exam," added Goshorn. "We prepare them to become skilled, ethical counselors who are ready to use evidence-based approaches to meet the growing mental health needs of their communities. The exceptional pass rate is a reflection of the comprehensive education, clinical training, and faculty mentorship our students receive throughout the program."
Graduates of LVC's CMHC program work in community mental health agencies, hospitals and health systems, private and group practices, schools and universities, and substance-use treatment centers.
Learn more about Lebanon Valley College's Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at www.lvc.edu.
About Lebanon Valley College
Lebanon Valley College, founded in 1866, offers 50 majors in the health professions, sciences, education, business and digital media, and the arts and humanities. Hands-on learning, internships, and research are emphasized. LVC offers five direct-entry (bachelor's to master's) programs to streamline graduates' entry into Valley graduate programs in business and the health professions.
Close faculty-student relationships and mentoring are hallmarks of the LVC experience on its beautiful 370-acre campus. The College encourages student participation in athletics-with 40% competing as NCAA Division III student-athletes in the Middle Atlantic Conference-and student leadership and involvement in over 90 clubs and organizations. LVC offers generous financial aid and guaranteed merit scholarships that exceed $50 million annually, with 100% of students receiving LVC financial aid or scholarships most years. Career success is integrated into the curriculum through the Edward and Lynn Breen Center for Career and Professional Development, starting during the first year on campus.
Eight miles from Hershey, Pennsylvania, this college of 1,600 undergraduate and over 400 graduate students produces alumni who attend prestigious graduate and professional schools and are employed by top companies and school districts.
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