Imagination is more important than knowledge.
– Albert Einstein

Overview

The Master's in Counseling Psychology curriculum builds on the core curriculum of the first two years emphasizing clinical courses in individual, couple, and family therapy, as well as core courses that support the student’s evolving relationship to professional practice. The Master's in Counseling Psychology is designed to meet the educational requirements for the State of California license in Marriage and Family Therapy (MFT) and, in accordance with section 4980.38(a) of the Business and Professions Code, meets the requirements of sections 4980.37 and 4980.40.

Graduation Requirements

• Students are required to complete 85 units of coursework over two-and-a-half years which includes 10 units of supervised fieldwork (300 hours).

• After completing all coursework, students are required to pass written and oral comprehensive examinations.

• Forty hours of personal therapy in an individual, couple, family, or group setting are required. In some cases, this experience may be obtained prior to enrollment in Meridian's graduate program.

Curriculum

Please consult the Academic Catalog for the curriculum overview, course descriptions, and clinical licensure information relevant to the M.A. in Counseling Psychology.