Families First Counseling
Discovering a helping profession isn’t limited to just nursing, Frankline changed majors and enrolled in the MA-MFT program.
COAMFTE-Accredited
Accredited by the Commission on the Accreditation for Marriage and Family Therapy Education
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What can you do with a master’s degree in marriage and family therapy?
Through our Master of Arts in Marriage & Family Therapy, you’ll gain the necessary skills to be an effective therapist or consultant in a variety of settings. After completing your post-graduate supervised hours, you’ll be eligible for state licensure as a marriage and family therapist.
Elizabeth Burgin '21 MA-MFT
Therapy
Elizabeth Burgin has learned throughout her life to just roll with the punches. Now, after an 8-year career as a photographer, she's going back to school to pursue MFT.
Stephanie Keiper '20 MA-MFT
Therapy
After finding a passion for communication, Stephanie Keiper knew that therapy was the right path for her.
Avary Brinker '21 MA-MFT
Therapy
Building strong relationships is one of the most important facets of Avary Brinker's career. At MMU, she learned from faculty who implemented this in every class.
Olson Marriage and Family Therapy Clinic (2:00)
Find out more about Mount Mercy University's Olson Marriage and Family Therapy Clinic.
Earn your marriage and family therapy master’s degree on your schedule
Enjoy the flexibility to earn your master’s degree in marriage and family therapy with a format that helps you balance work, school, and all your other responsibilities.
- No GRE required
- Enjoy manageable 5- and 10-week blocks
- Evening classes each week
- Complete your marriage and family therapy master’s degree in just 24 months
What can you do in our Master of Arts in Marriage & Family Therapy program?
Our marriage and family therapy master’s degree combines classroom learning with hands-on clinical experience. Work alongside professors who are practicing professionals. Gain beyond-the-classroom learning in our Olson Marriage & Family Therapy Clinic.
Our MA-MFT provides individualized and student-driven learning, allowing you to work alongside faculty within a highly personalized environment.
A lot of people I work with have gone through this program. I see the way they work with others and just appreciate the energy and thoughtfulness they bring when working with people.
What will you learn in our Master of Arts in Marriage & Family Therapy program?
The marriage and family therapy master’s program merges two years of research-informed classes with a one-year clinical in your second year. Required classes include Family Systems, Ethics, Microcounseling, and Models of Marriage and Family Therapy, among others.
Take distinctive elective classes—including Neuroscience, Spirituality, and Trauma, Addiction & Violence.
Graduate with your master’s in marriage and family therapy prepared to help individuals, couples, families, and children.
Get started on your marriage and family therapy master’s degree
Applications are accepted and reviewed year-round for our August start. Our graduate admissions team is here to help you reach your educational goals and answer your questions.- Complete your application
- Request official transcripts from all institutions previously attended. Email to gradprograms@mtmercy.edu or mail to:
Graduate Programs
Mount Mercy University
1330 Elmhurst Drive NE
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402-4797
- Personal interview with program director
- Resume that documents volunteer or professional experience in a human service area
- Submit the names and contact information for two individuals that can speak to your ability to succeed in the Marriage and Family Therapy Program. (See application for further instruction). No GRE required.