Master of Arts in Marital & Family Therapy
Alliant International University

Program Details

A master’s degree in Marital and Family Therapy is available through Alliant International University’s California School of Professional Psychology. The MFT online program combines academic coursework with hands-on professional practice

Students will learn how to help individuals and families across a broad spectrum of household types, structures, and circumstances. MFT students can earn an optional specialization in Chemical Dependency to work with families struggling with addiction issues. 

A few of the course topics available to students in this major include:

  • Diversity and the family
  • Parent-child therapy techniques
  • Trauma and crisis intervention
  • MFT assessment
  • Psychopharmacology

Learning Pace

Institution-Paced

% Online

100% Online

Program Accreditation & Licensing

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

School Accreditation & Licensing

Alliant International University is accredited by:

WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC)

Program Requirements & Restrictions

Minimum Education

Bachelor Degree

Recommended GPA

3.0 or above (4.0 scale)

Application Requirements

Essay/Writing Sample, Interview, Official College Transcript(s), Recommendation/Reference Letter(s), Resume/CV

Additional Info

  • Bachelor's degree in psychology or related behavioral science degree