Overview

Unlike other mental health disciplines where you may take one or two classes in how to work holistically and relationally with clients, the entire program focuses the training and education to work within this paradigm. Individuals who complete the academic and clinical requirements earn a Master of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy.

About this program

During the program at Edgewood College you will be eligible to apply for a training license to practice therapy, and with additional post-degree hours of supervised work experience you can apply for full licensure as a marriage and family therapist. This degree specifically provides graduates with expertise in working with individuals, couples, and families. Additionally, this training also provides excellent preparation for other forms of clinical and administrative work in social and human service agencies.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Systems Theories
Marital and Family Therapy
Psychology of Trauma and Stress Disorders
Diversity Through the Lifespan in MFT

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months
Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-08-26 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.

More details

It is a highly-competitive cohort-based graduate program with rolling admissions opening September 1st for the next year’s Fall cohort.

Language

English

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Credits

48 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Counselling Psychology View 807 other Masters in Counselling Psychology in United States

Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Provide evidence of a baccalaureate or more advanced degree from a United States regionally accredited or equivalent post-secondary institution with a cumulative grade point average of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale for regular admission status.
Complete and submit graduate application (including $30 fee).
Request that official transcripts for all undergraduate and graduate academic
The MFT Program Reference Form must accompany two letters of recommendation from individuals qualified to comment on the candidate's potential for success as a therapist.
Interests and motivation for wanting to be a therapist
Applicants must also submit a resume.
Applications will be reviewed upon completion

Tuition Fee

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International

26208 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 1092 USD per credit during 24 months.
National

26208 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 1092 USD per credit during 24 months.
In-State

26208 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 1092 USD per credit during 24 months.

Living costs for Madison

1015 - 1752 USD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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