Doctor of Philosophy in Marriage & Family Therapy / Child & Adolescent Therapy
National University

Program Details

If you’re prepared to apply your research and critical thinking skills to a higher degree with a goal to become a professional in MFT, consider this online PhD program at National University. With a specialization in Child & Adolescent Therapy, you’ll benefit from a unique one-on-one learning environment, where faculty mentors guide you through a curriculum that is both COAMFTE and IACSTE accredited. Through a local internship and practicum, you will learn the skills to become a compassionate, ethical practitioner who can help parents and their children weather whatever storm they’re facing. Coursework includes:

  • Early Childhood and Parenting Interventions
  • Dynamics of Family Interaction
  • Scholarly Writing in MFT

% Online

Mostly Online

Program Accreditation & Licensing

American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy (COAMFTE-AAMFT)

School Accreditation & Licensing

National University is accredited by:

WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC)

NU is a WSCUC accredited institution. WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC), 985 Atlantic Avenue, Suite 100, Alameda, CA 94501, 510.748.9001, www.wscuc.org. WSCUC is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).

Program Requirements & Restrictions

Minimum Education

Master Degree

Application Requirements

Official College Transcript(s), Resume/CV

Additional Info

  • This program requires face-to-face client contact, supervision, and a doctoral internship prior to completing the program.
  • Have completed in a clinical program

Restricted States

Arkansas, New Hampshire, Kentucky