Program Highlights
The purpose of the Master of Arts degree in Marriage and Family Therapy is to provide the graduate with a comprehensive knowledge of the functional areas of marriage and family counseling. This degree will also provide the academic credentials for persons interested in becoming a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (L.M.F.T.) in the State of Texas.
The program includes but is not limited to the nature of the counseling profession and an understanding of lifespan development, as well as cognitive knowledge of counseling theories, concepts, and principles of concern to the counseling profession.
This program can be completed through a combination of online and on-campus courses.
Career Impact
Graduates are prepared to provide individual, group, and family counseling in community and social service organizations.
PLEASE NOTE: Students who complete the Amberton University Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy meet the academic requirements for becoming Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the State of Texas. Students should carefully review the current state requirements for changes and updates. The Texas State Board of Examiners of Marriage and Family Therapists provides clear guidelines and requirements to apply for new licensure.
In preparation for student selection of a practicum site for the practicum field experience, the Counseling faculty recommends that students begin familiarizing themselves with counseling opportunities available in the mental health community early in the program. Volunteering at a community agency that provides mental health services is an excellent way to learn about services that are offered and sometimes leads to a practicum site later when the student is ready to make a selection.
Earning Your Degree
Degree Plan Requirements
3hrs
Required Graduate Studies
48hrs
Major Requirements
9hrs
Counseling Electives
The mission of the Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy program is to prepare individuals to be competent and ethically sound in the practice of marriage and family therapy. The purpose of this program is to provide comprehensive knowledge and application of the functional areas of marriage and family therapy. No student may enroll in a pre-practicum or practicum course without passing the AMFTRB Practice Exam and completing all other degree requirements.** This degree will also provide the academic credentials for persons interested in becoming Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (L.M.F.T.) in the State of Texas. Graduates are prepared to provide individual, group, and family counseling in community and social service organizations. This program is offered in the campus-based mode only; however, some classes are offered online.
PLEASE NOTE: Students who complete the Amberton University Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy meet the academic requirements for becoming Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists in the State of Texas. Students should carefully review the current state requirements for changes and updates. The Texas State Board of Examiners of Marriage and Family Therapists provides clear guidelines and requirements to apply for new licensure. Questions regarding licensure should be directed to the Texas State Board of Examiners of Marriage and Family Therapists, https://www.bhec.texas.gov/index.html.
A graduate with a Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy will be able to:
- Identify and comprehend contemporary theories and research in the field of marriage and family therapy.
- Develop and articulate a framework for counseling couples and families.
- Identify relevant ethical issues in the field of marriage and family therapy.
- Conduct research relevant to the discipline.
- Demonstrate how the knowledge of research and theories in the field of life span development is beneficial to the practice of marriage and family therapy.
- Identify and apply theoretical and practical knowledge in the treatment of couple and family issues.
| Requirements | Hours |
|---|---|
| I. Required Graduate Studies | 3 hours |
| RGS Theory & Application of Research Methods | 3 hours |
| II. Major Requirements | 48 hours |
| CSL6740 Counseling Ethics | 3 hours |
| CSL6760 Addiction Counseling | 3 hours |
| CSL6782 Theories & Methods of Counseling | 3 hours |
| CSL6792 Couples Therapy | 3 hours |
| CSL6794 Principles & Methods of Sex Therapy | 3 hours |
| CSL6796 Adult/Geriatric Psychopathology & Treatment | 3 hours |
| CSL6798 Child/Adolescent Psychopathology & Treatment | 3 hours |
| CSL6800 Counseling Assessment Techniques | 3 hours |
| CSL6801 Life Span Development | 3 hours |
| CSL6825 Marriage & Family Therapy | 3 hours |
| CSL6830 Advanced Counseling Skills & Techniques | 3 hours |
| CSL6832 Multicultural Counseling | 3 hours |
| CSL6839 Pre-Practicum | 3 hours |
| CSL6840 Practicum I | 3 hours |
| CSL6845 Practicum II | 3 hours |
| CSL6850 Practicum III | 3 hours |
| III. Counseling Electives | 9 hours |
| Selected courses from the Counseling (CSL) department | |
| Total | 60 hours |
The minimum requirements for a Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy are:
- 48 semester hours applicable to the degree must be completed at Amberton University.
- 60 semester hours for a degree.
- A minimum cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.00 is required.
Marriage and Family Therapy Handbook
Counseling Practicum Application & Agreement
Degree Plan Requirements
3hrs
Required Graduate Studies
48hrs
Major Requirements
9hrs
Counseling Electives
* This degree will also provide the academic credentials for persons interested in becoming a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (L.M.F.T.) in the State of Texas. No determination has been made as to whether or not this degree meets requirements in any other state besides Texas.
** In preparation for student selection of a practicum site for the practicum field experience, the Counseling faculty recommends that students begin familiarizing themselves with counseling opportunities available in the mental health community early in the program. Volunteering at a community agency that provides mental health services is an excellent way to learn about services that are offered and sometimes leads to a practicum site later when the student is ready to make a selection. All students must pass the AMFTRB Practice Exam before they are eligible to enroll in the Pre-Practicum course.
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Sample Courses
CSL6740 – Counseling Ethics CSL6825 – Marriage and Family Therapy CSL6782 – Theories and Methods of Counseling CSL6792 – Couples Therapy CSL6801 – Life Span Development CSL6796 – Adult & Geriatric Psychopathology & Treatment CSL6832 – Multicultural Counseling CSL6800 – Counseling Assessment Techniques CSL6798 – Child & Adolescent Psychopathology & Treatment CSL6794 – Principles & Methods of Sex Therapy CSL6760 – Addiction Counseling CSL6830 – Counseling Skills and Techniques RGS6035 – Theory and Application of Research Methods
Master Of Arts - Marriage & Family Therapy
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