Overview
The Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy is intended for individuals who wish to develop a solid foundation in the theoretical and applied practice of professional counseling with individuals, couples, and families. Also included in the program are interdisciplinary studies in theology, ethics, and psychotherapy. For those wishing to practice with a master's degree, this program meets the current requirements for California licensure as a marriage and family therapist.
Benefits and Distinctives
- Professional active faculty who teach from personal experience.
- A curriculum that integrates spirituality and values.
- A blend of theoretical and practical elements of psychology.
- Alignment with current California licensure requirements.
Learn more about the program and our faculty.
School of Behavioral Studies and Applied Sciences Accreditation
Azusa Pacific University receives accreditation from the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC).
University Reputation
Azusa Pacific University held its place for the second year in the most prestigious category of the U.S.News & World Report’s America’s Best Colleges 2009, ranking in the third tier of the national category. Additionally, for the first time, APU ranked ninth among the best up-and-coming national universities. Previously, APU was ranked in the top 25 schools within the Western Universities-Master’s category, enjoying prominent placement and recognition for outstanding first-year and service-learning programs.
According to Diverse Issues in Higher Education magazine, APU ranked number 6 in the nation in awarding the most master’s degrees to Hispanics. In addition, The Princeton Review included APU as 1 of 120 colleges in the 2009 Best in the West category.
