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Abilene Christian University College of Arts and Sciences MASTER OF MARRIAGE AND FAMILY THERAPY
Abilene Christian University College of Arts and Sciences

MASTER OF MARRIAGE AND FAMILY THERAPY

Abilene, USA

0 up to 2 Years

English

Full time

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Sep 2024

Distance Learning, On-Campus

Key Summary

    About: The Master of Marriage and Family Therapy prepares students for a career as a licensed therapist. The program emphasizes skills in counseling, understanding family dynamics, and mental health. It includes hands-on training and coursework focused on therapeutic techniques, ethics, and cultural competence.
    Career Outcomes: Graduates can pursue roles as marriage and family therapists, mental health counselors, or clinical supervisors. They may work in private practice, community agencies, or healthcare settings. Additionally, opportunities exist in academic settings or specialized therapy fields like addiction or trauma.

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Introduction

ACU’s Master of Marriage and Family Therapy program prepares you for Christian service and leadership in various secular and faith-based settings where you can help families and couples work through and cope with difficult issues.

As our world becomes more complex, more and new challenges face families of all shapes and sizes, from financial to emotional. This means the need for professionals in this area is on the rise.

ACU’s graduate program in marriage and family therapy combines theory and clinical training, including a 500-hour internship, typically at ACU’s on-site Marriage and Family Institute.

Examples of Where Graduates Work

Private practice

Churches

Family service agencies

Mental health agencies

Youth ranches

Schools

The Commission accredits the Marriage and Family Therapy Program on the Accreditation for Marriage and Family Therapy Education.

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