Program Details
The Family Studies and Intervention specialization helps you understand the use of advanced clinical theory and research methodology within a unique, client-centered ecological context. You study a broad spectrum of theoretical and clinical approaches to intervention, which emphasize the special needs of ethnic and racial minorities; gay, lesbian, and transgender individuals; and single-parent and low-income families. You will gain skills in developing multimodal therapeutic approaches and recognizing special treatment considerations within a diverse client delivery system. Choose this track if you have a master’s degree from an accredited university in human services, counseling, social work, or psychology.
Learning Pace
Institution-Paced% Online
Mostly OnlineSchool Accreditation & Licensing
Walden University is accredited by:
Higher Learning Commission (HLC)
Walden University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, (www.hlcommission.org), an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Program Requirements & Restrictions
Minimum Education
Master DegreeRecommended GPA
3.0 or above (4.0 scale)Application Requirements
Official College Transcript(s), Resume/CV
Additional Info
- This program requires at least two on-campus residencies.
Restricted States
New York, Rhode Island