Marriage and Family Therapy Program Information

At this time, The Master of Science in counseling with an option in Marriage and Family Therapy (MFT) includes coursework and experiences designed to meet the competencies required for the California Board of Behavioral Science Examiners (BBSE) for licensure as a Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT).  The MFT program goals are:

Practitioner Focus

Provide training in traditional and managed-care approaches noting DSM IV and family systems assessment/diagnosis which should result in effective treatment plans and service delivery.

Integration

Integrate research, theory, and practice in a cohesive manner that comprehensively and appropriately addresses the social, emotional, and developmental aspects of diverse populations with sensitivity and skill.

Applying to the Counseling MFT Program at CSULB

The MFT program is highly selective based on the criteria stated in "MFT Admission and Application Criteria" and emphasizes diversity, academic, and maturity factors. Two separate applications are required for admission consideration. The deadline for applying to the MFT program is March 1 for Fall admission. You should also apply to the University, which is separate from the MFT program at least 3 - 4 months before these dates. A GRE is NOT required for consideration.

1. The CSULB Graduate admissions application which is available online at http://www.csumentor.edu
2. The MFT program application
   • Applications are available in the Department of Educational Psychology, Administration and Counseling  located in ED 1- Room 7 or by calling 562-985-4547.
   • MFT program applications must include the following:
     • One Transcript from each university attended
     • Personal Statement
     • Three letters of recommendation

Typical Full-Time Sequence of Requirements in the MFT Program:

Students admitted into the MFT Program may begin in the summer.

YEAR 1

YEAR 2

YEAR 3

(61) Total Required Units

Last update: 8/1/06