Marriage & Family Counseling Certificate
Develop specialized skills in relationship and family systems counseling with our
Marriage and Family Counseling
Certificate. This graduate-level certificate provides focused training in the theories, assessment, and treatment
approaches used in marriage and family therapy.
Certificate. This graduate-level certificate provides focused training in the theories, assessment, and treatment
approaches used in marriage and family therapy.
Coursework emphasizes systemic perspectives on mental health and relationships, including
couples counseling,
family dynamics, human development within family systems, and therapeutic interventions for diverse family
structures. Students gain knowledge in communication patterns, conflict resolution, and evidence-based
approaches for supporting couples and families through life transitions and challenges.
family dynamics, human development within family systems, and therapeutic interventions for diverse family
structures. Students gain knowledge in communication patterns, conflict resolution, and evidence-based
approaches for supporting couples and families through life transitions and challenges.
Designed for professionals and graduate students in counseling, psychology, social
work, and related fields, thiscertificate can help build the academic preparation
commonly required for professionals pursuing Marriage andFamily Therapist (LMFT) licensure through the Louisiana State Board of Licensed Professional Counselors.
This program strengthens competencies in family systems theory, relationship counseling,
and systemic clinical practice, helping professionals expand their ability to support
individuals, couples, and families across a variety of clinical and community settings.
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Coursework is offered in the following areas: |
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Family Systems Theory |
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Clinical Assessment Techniques |
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Treatment Methodologies |
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Therapeutic Interventions for Couples and Families |
Counseling Certificate Program Admission Requirements
Counseling Certificate Program Admission Requirements
Required Documents - All Applicants
- Current resume/CV (with education, experience, and licenses/certifications).
- Statement of intent (250-500 words) aligned to your chosen certificate(s).
- *Please indicate how his certificate aligns with your career goals.
- One (1) recommendation: advisor or supervisor attesting to academic/professional readiness.
- Official or unofficial transcripts (highest degree earned; current students include in-progress transcript).
- Proof of licensure/credential (if applicable).
- English proficiency evidence if required (international applicants).
Additional Items - Program-Specific (if requested)
- Play Therapy: prior coursework in child/adolescent counseling or equivalent experience.
- School Counseling: evidence of K-12 field experience (or plan to obtain).
- Marriage & Family: systems/family therapy fundamentals completed or planned.
- Rehabilitation: disability studies/rehab counseling foundations preferred.
*All programs require a $50 application fee
Certificate Program Timeline
- Applications open April 15th.
- Applications Close June 15th.
- Interviews July 1st.
- Acceptance Letters July 15th.
- Fall '26 start August