Master of Professional Studies in Integrated Behavioral Health

Courses

To earn the Master of Professional Studies in Integrated Behavioral Health, complete 60 credits. You have up to five years to complete the degree; however, you may complete the degree in approximately three years by following a full-time pathway (nine credits for the first few terms then six).

Required Courses

• Foundations of Counseling: Co-occurring Substance Use and Mental Health Disorders (ADDS 6001)
• Counseling Ethics and Professional Counselor Identity (ADDS 6005)
• Applied Psychopharmacology (ADDS 6011)
• Social and Cultural Diversity in Counseling (ADDS 6015)
• Counseling Skills: Group Counseling (ADDS 6021)
• Counseling Skills: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing (ADDS 6025)
• Foundations of Assessment and Treatment Planning (ADDS 6031)
• Research and Evaluation Methods in Counseling (ADDS 6035)
• Career Counseling & Professional Development (IBH 6301)
• Applications of Counseling Theories (IBH 6305)
• Differential Diagnosis (IBH 6311)
• Family Dynamics in Counseling (IBH 6315)
• Trauma & Crisis Intervention (IBH 6321)
• Applications of Assessment (IBH 6325)
• Human Lifespan Development (IBH 6331)
• Practicum (ADDS/IBH 6905)
• Counseling Internship* (ADDS 6996)
• Counseling Internship* (IBH 6996)
• Counseling Elective 1: Any nonrequired IBH, HSEX course, or other course with permission of DGS*
• Counseling Elective 2: Any nonrequired IBH, HSEX course, or other course with permission of DGS* 

* Students who choose to complete the LADC midpoint internship will complete additional credits of ADDS 6996 Internship in lieu of an elective course. All students will complete at least three terms of Practicum and Internship leading to at least 880 hours of fieldwork experience.

Internship

All students admitted to the University of Minnesota’s Master of Professional Studies in Integrated Behavioral Health (IBH) are expected to complete a minimum of 880 hours of supervised internship at an area agency approved by IBH internship faculty as part of their academic program.

Approved Electives

Elective courses (0–6 credits) must relate to counseling, human development, or human services, or must enhance your understanding of mental health, co-occurring disorders, substance use disorders, or human behavior within a broader context. For courses not listed below, obtain approval from the Director of Graduate Studies.

For detailed course information, visit the UMN Schedule Builder.

• Sociocultural Attunement and Advocacy (IBH 6032, 3 cr.)
• DBT Skills Training: Group Practices and Treatment Modalities (IBH 6233, 2 cr.)
• Immigrant and Refugee Trauma (IBH, 3 cr.)
• Clinical Skills for Trauma-Informed Clinicians (IBH 6237, 3 cr.)
• Counseling Grief and Loss (IBH 6234, 3 cr.)
• Anxiety and Trauma: Assessment, Theory, and Treatment Interventions (IBH 6235, 3 cr.)
• Foundations of Human Sexuality (HSEX 6001, 3 cr.)
• Perspectives and Practices in Sexual Health Education (HSEX 6013, 3 cr.)
• Sexual Pleasure and Intimacy (HSEX 6015, 3 cr.)
• Dimensions of Sexual Functioning (HSEX 6211, 3 cr.)
• Sex and Relationship Therapy (HSEX 6212, 3 cr.)
• Sexual Trauma and Trauma-Informed Care (HSEX 6213, 3 cr.)
• Health Care for Transgender and Gender Diverse Adults (HSEX  6311, 3 cr.)
• Intersectional and Decolonizing Approaches to Transgender Health (HSEX 6312, 3 cr.)
• Gender Diversity, Sexuality, and Sexual Health (HSEX 6313, 3 cr.)
• Considerations in the Care of Transgender and Gender Diverse Children and Adolescents (HSEX 6314, 3 cr.)

Choose Your Pathway

The Master of Professional Studies in Integrated Behavioral Health (IBH) program is offered in two flexible formats to meet the diverse needs of our students. Whether you prefer the convenience of fully online learning or the engagement of in-person classes, both modalities offer the same high-quality curriculum, expert faculty, and pathway to dual licensure as a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC) and a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC). See State Licensure Requirements to verify if the program meets educational requirements for the state in which you reside or plan to seek licensure.

Online Program

Starting Fall 2026!

Designed for maximum flexibility, the fully online option allows you to complete coursework remotely, making it ideal for those balancing professional, personal, or geographic constraints. You engage in interactive, asynchronous and remote synchronous learning with access to faculty support, peer collaboration, and virtual resources.

• Asynchronous Courses: You access lectures, assignments, and course materials on your own schedule throughout the day or evening. There are no required live sessions, so you can complete coursework at times that work best for you, within set deadlines.
• Remote Synchronous Courses: You attend live, scheduled class sessions via video conferencing. These sessions mimic a traditional classroom experience, with real-time discussions, lectures, and group activities.
• Blended Asynchronous + Remote Synchronous Courses: You combine the flexibility of asynchronous, online learning activities with scheduled, real-time virtual meetings for instructor-led lectures, discussions, or group work.

Hybrid Program

The hybrid format blends in-person and online learning. You attend classes on campus in Saint Paul, Minnesota, while also completing additional coursework online. This modality is perfect for those who value face-to-face interaction and a structured schedule, while still benefiting from the convenience of online learning.

Important Licensure Requirement:

For any program modality, students must meet one of the following conditions:

• Currently reside in a state where the program meets the state’s licensure requirements.
• Plan to seek licensure in a state where the program meets the state's professional licensure requirements.

Program Modality Selection:

The IBH program may restrict enrollment capacity within each modality option to maintain high quality and ensure a supportive learning environment for all students. Following formal admission, students will receive detailed information on choosing their preferred program modality (online or hybrid), which includes submitting both primary and contingent choices.

State Licensure Requirements

Professional licensure is regulated individually by each state, meaning educational and experiential requirements can vary significantly across state lines due to differing legislative standards and public health needs.

The MPS in Integrated Behavioral Health prepares students to meet the educational and internship requirements for the following three Minnesota Licenses:

• The Minnesota Licensed Drug and Alcohol Counselor (MNLADC)
• The Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
• The Minnesota Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC)

All additional post degree supervision hours or other requirements for these licenses are not part of or fulfilled by the IBH program. For detailed information on the LADC, LPC, and LPCC licensing requirements, visit the Minnesota Board of Behavioral Health and Therapy (MN BBHT) website.

For most other states, the individual applicant’s credentials (education and experience) are evaluated on a case-by-case basis to determine what, if any, additional education and/or experience is required for licensure in that state. State requirements may change and students are advised to contact the applicable licensing board(s) in the state where they may want to pursue licensure before beginning an academic program to verify whether a program meets educational requirements for licensure in the state.

States with licensure requirements that may not be met by the degree program at this time: AL, AK, AZ, AR, CA, CO, CT, DE, GA, HI, ID, IL, IN, IA, KS, LA, ME, MD, MA, MI, MS, MT, NE, NV, NH, NJ, NM, NY, ND, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY.

States with licensure requirements that are not met by the degree program: OH, KY, NC, FL, MO.