MASTER’S DEGREE
Master of Arts in Counseling — Marriage, Couple & Family Specialization
Advanced academic, clinical, and professional training in counseling, assessment, diagnosis, therapeutic intervention, and support for individuals, couples, and families.
Degree
Master of Arts in Counseling
Format
Hybrid: live online + in-person
Duration
2 years · 6 academic quarters
Credits
60 total, 700 supervised clinical hours
Program Overview
The program integrates theoretical foundations, clinical skills, supervised practice, multicultural competence, professional ethics, and evidence-based approaches — preparing counselors to serve individuals, couples, families, and communities with relational skill and ethical commitment.
Why Study This Master’s?
Academic Excellence and Comprehensive Training
Rigorous professional counseling preparation integrating academic knowledge, clinical skills, multicultural awareness, and ethical responsibility.
Clinical and Relational Approach
Specialized training focused on marriage, couple, and family systems from a systemic, contextual, and relational perspective.
Professional Preparation Based on Standards
Curriculum aligned with recognized counseling education standards, integrating ethics, diagnosis, assessment, research, multicultural competence, and supervised practice.
Supervised Clinical Experience
700 supervised clinical hours: 100 hours of practicum and 600 hours of internship experience.
What You Will Learn
✓Professional identity and ethical practice — the counseling profession, ethical standards, legal responsibilities, and professional roles
✓Counseling theories and techniques — evidence-based counseling models and intervention strategies for individuals, couples, families, and groups
✓Assessment, diagnosis, and treatment planning — clinical assessment, diagnosis, case conceptualization, and treatment planning
✓Human growth and development — human development across the lifespan and its implications for counseling practice
What You Will Work In
✓Clinical mental health counseling
✓Marriage, couple, and family counseling
✓Educational and school programs
✓Community and non-profit organizations
✓Churches and ministries
✓Research, evaluation, and intervention programs
Curriculum (60 Credits Total)
At a Glance
✓2 years, 6 academic quarters
✓60 total program credits
✓700 supervised clinical hours (practicum + internship)
✓Open to those pursuing marriage, couple & family counseling practice