January 2026 University Catalog

Graduate Certificate in Counseling, Systemic Couple and Family Therapy

School of Social and Behavioral Sciences

The Graduate Certificate in Counseling, Systemic Couple and Family Therapy is designed for professionals seeking to increase their knowledge of couple and family therapy. Students articulate and apply an understanding of theoretical knowledge in the field and demonstrate ethical and professional standards. This graduate certificate is not designed or intended to meet licensure requirements for any licensed profession.

Course NumberCourse TitleCredits
MFT5008Foundations of Couple and Family Therapy

4

MFT5222Professional Ethics in Marriage and Family Therapy

4

MFT5270Systemic Family Therapy Theory and Practice 1

4

MFT5271Working with Families Across the Lifespan

4

MFT5273Couple and Marital Therapy

4

Total

At least 20 quarter credits

One or more courses in this program may require a prerequisite(s). Refer to the course descriptions for details.

Students who do not complete all program requirements within quarter credit/program point minimums will be required to accrue such additional quarter credits/program points as are associated with any additional or repeat coursework necessary for successful completion of program requirements.

Please note that some courses within this program have prerequisites that are not listed as required courses, which may increase the total number of courses needed to complete this program.