APS.MFT.MA - Master of Arts - Major in Marriage and Family Therapy
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Program Description
Students in this program must complete a minimum of 300 direct clinical hours total. One hundred of these hours must be relational (e.g., couples, family) under the supervision of AAMFT approved supervisors, supervisor candidates, or supervisor equivalent. A minimum of 100 supervision hours is required. The program curriculum is designed to meet the academic requirements for licensure as a marriage and family therapist in the state of Indiana. Individuals seeking licensure outside of the state of Indiana are encouraged to speak directly with a Marriage and Family Therapy faculty who can help them navigate the process. Students from states requiring more than 300 direct clinical contact hours are encouraged to apply.
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this program, students will be able to:
Demonstrate knowledge of theories and treatment of individuals, couples, and families from a systemic perspective.
Demonstrate skills and practices of individual, couple, and family therapy.
Demonstrate skills and practices of individual, couple, and family therapy through a multicultural lens.
Demonstrate ability to integrate faith with individual, couple, and family therapy in a clinically appropriate manner.
Demonstrate ability to apply relevant research and evaluation models in the practice of individual, couple, and family therapy.
Practice individual, couple, and family therapy in an ethical manner with professional integrity.
Admissions Requirements for this Program
Original transcripts from all previous college or university study at a college or university that is accredited by an accrediting agency recognized by both the U.S. Department of Education (ED) and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).
An undergraduate grade point average of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale from the baccalaureate degree-granting institution at which at least 30 hours was completed.
The Graduate Record Exam (GRE) is required for those applicants with undergraduate cumulative GPAs of less than 3.25. The test must have been taken within five years of application to the program. A typewritten autobiography, philosophy of counseling, and supplemental application. Verbal (V) score of at least 146/400 (new/old scoring) is required. Successful graduate coursework may be substituted for the GRE.
An official transcript from each undergraduate and graduate institution attended.
A criminal background check.
Three recommendations – at least one from a supervisor/professional.
Applicants whose application documents demonstrate potential for success in the Graduate Program in Counseling will be invited to participate in a personal interview.
*The graduate admissions committee retains the right to waive an admission requirement for special circumstances.
Additional Requirements for this Program
Students are required to take and pass the Bible exam administered by the Division of Counseling within their first semester. The Bible exam is found in the CNS -500: Orientation course.
The CNS-500 Orientation course must be completed within the first 12 credit hours of the student’s program. Additionally, CNS 500 Orientation must be retaken if the student is inactive or withdrawn from the program and seeks readmission to the program.
Students must complete the minimum clinical hours as required by Indiana state law or the state they are planning to license in- whichever is greater. Students will not collect less than 300 direct clinical hours including 100 relational hours.
Students must complete a minimum of 100 hours of university supervision by an AAMFT Approved supervisor, Supervisor Candidate, or state supervisor equivalent.
Online students are expected to attend two (2) onsite intensives as part of the requirements of their program. There are no online options for the intensives.
Students must complete any additional requirements set by the state in which they plan to license.
Minimum length 2 1/2 years; Maximum length 6 years.
Graduation Requirements for this Program
Successful completion of the required core courses, clinical experience, and major courses with a minimum grade of "C" in each course and a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.0.
All degree requirements must be completed within six years of enrollment.
Payment of all tuition and fees is required to receive a diploma.