- 2 Years
- On Campus
- Intake: Sept (Fall)
Overview
Marriage and Family Therapy is a specialized form of psychotherapy that deals with family patterns of behavior, couples relationships, individuals challenges using a systemic framework to nurture change. Trainees are exposed to systems theories which they’ll use to diagnose mental and emotional diseases. Marriage and family therapists are trained to work in diverse clinical settings and conduct research in the field.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the degree program, graduates should be able to:
Apply a systemic framework and clinical language in their clinical practice.
Develop treatment plans after conducting mental status examination, assessment and diagnosis according to the current Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders system.
Apply theories of psychotherapy to assessments and interventions.
Apply professional ethics and law following local and international standards.
Conduct research in Marriage and Family Therapy.
Contact us
United States International University – Africa Off USIU Road, Off Thika Road (Exit 7), P. O. Box 14634 – 00800, Nairobi, Kenya, East Africa.
Dual Accreditation
This degree program is approved by the Commission for University Education and the WASC Senior College and University Commission, ensuring the highest standards have been met in Kenya and the United States.
Admission Requirements
The applicants must meet the following requirements:
B.A. Psychology degree or closely related field is required from an accredited university with a minimum GPA 2.5 on a scale of 4 or Upper Second Class Honors (A B.A. degree in a non-psychology field requires completion of psychology prerequisite coursework prior to full admission).
Graduate application and other required documents indicated on the program application form
An interview with Marriage and Family Therapy, as well as other Psychology faculty
Career Prospects
Graduates of the Marriage and Family Therapy program may pursue careers in private practice, or as lead therapists in the following organizations, and others not listed below:
Health / Residential Treatment Facilities
Educational Institutions
Legal and Correctional Systems
International / Government / Social Service Agencies
Military Organizations
Faith-based Organizations