Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology/Marriage & Family Therapy

Argosy University/Orange County
Santa Ana, California, United States

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Course Description:

'' The Master of Arts (MA) in Clinical Psychology/Marriage & Family Therapy program has primarily been designed to educate and train students in preparation for licensure as a Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT) in California and/or entry into the Doctor of Psychology (PsyD) Clinical Psychology program. The program introduces students to basic clinical skills and theoretical foundations of Marital and Family Therapy and Clinical Psychology, and enhances student preparation for those considering application for transfer into the PsyD in Clinical Psychology program.

Eligibility for Licensure
The Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology/Marriage & Family Therapy program prepares a student to pursue licensure in California as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT).

Master’s-level licensure varies from state to state. It is the student’s responsibility to determine the requirements for professional licensure in the state they wish to practice. Students interested in pursuing licensure in states other than California should contact their state’s department of professional regulation for information. The American Counseling Association frequently publishes information on professional issues of importance to professional counselors, including licensure, on their Web page: www.counseling.org.

Admission Requirements
The application process for admission into the MA in Clinical Psychology/Marriage & Family Therapy program requires the submission of materials that will enable the Admissions Department to verify the applicant’s academic qualifications to enroll in the MA in Clinical Psychology/Marriage & Family Therapy program. Because the Admissions Committee also takes into consideration the qualities essential to becoming an effective clinician, material is also required which will help to determine the individual’s personal integrity, maturity, interpersonal skills, and ability to communicate effectively.

A bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution, a nationally accredited institution approved and documented by the faculty and dean of the College of Psychology and Behavioral Sciences, or an appropriately certified foreign institution.
A grade point average of at least 3.0 (on a scale of 4.0) for the last 60 hours of coursework (including graduate work).
A minimum written TOEFL® score of 550 (paper version), 213 (computer version), or 79 (Internet version) for all applicants whose native language is not English or who have not graduated from an institution at which English is the language of instruction.
Completion of an interview with a member of the program Admissions Committee.
All applications for admission must be submitted to the Admissions Department. An admissions representative is available to help interested applicants complete the following required documentation:

Completed Application for Admission Form
Application fee (non-refundable, except in California)
Personal/professional goal statement with a self-appraisal of qualifications for the profession
Current résumé (or career summary)
Three completed Applicant Recommendation Forms
Official transcripts from all postsecondary schools attended
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Phone:800.716.9598

School Address:

Argosy University/Orange County
3501 West Sunflower Avenue, Suite 110
Santa Ana, CA 92704-9888


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