The COAMFTE-accredited Master of Science in Marriage and Family
Therapy degree program is designed to prepare learners to serve as
marriage and family therapists for a diverse population of clients in
various therapeutic settings. Learners interact with the curriculum
through a dynamic and collaborative learning environment. In the
program, learners gain and demonstrate knowledge in systemic case
conceptualization and theories, family developmental dynamics, and
clinical training designed to instill high standards for professional
practice based on the American Association for Marriage and Family
Therapy (AAMFT) code of ethical standards and sensitivity to the
complex family systems needs of a multicultural and ethnically diverse
society. The primary goal of this program is for learners to develop
the ability to apply systems-based theory to clinical services, as
well as integrate wellness approaches and relevant research through
assessment and intervention with individuals, groups, couples, and
families.
Outcome goals and graduates' proficiency levels
These results show recent Capella graduates'
proficiency levels in the expected learning outcomes for this
program. Faculty make this assessment in the capstone course—the
final course in which Capella students demonstrate what they’ve learned.
2017-2018 Demonstration of Program Outcomes
Master of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy
Outcome Demonstrations
Source:
Aggregated faculty judgments of learner demonstration of program
outcomes from Q2 2017 — Q1 2018 capstone courses.
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Master of Science (MS) in Marriage and Family Therapy specialization
- General Marriage and Family Therapy
Quality and Professional Relevance
- The MS in Marriage and Family Therapy program at Capella University is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Marriage and Family Therapy Education of the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy Education (COAMFTE), 112 South Alfred Street, Alexandria, Virginia 22314; 703.838.9808.
- The 2020-2021 Marriage and Family Therapy Annual Report is available.
- Our faculty is made up of scholar-practitioners who are active within their professions and bring real-world experience to the courseroom.
- All members of Capella's counselor education faculty hold doctoral degrees from accredited institutions.
Capella University cannot guarantee licensure, endorsement, certification, authorization, other professional credential, or salary advancement. State regulations and professional credential standards vary. It is each learner's responsibility to understand and comply with requirements for his or her state and professional associations.
Master of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy Degree Program Graduates
Data from graduates of the Master of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy degree program have been combined for these Career Outcomes results.
The graphs below show some key findings from Capella's Alumni
Outcomes Survey. We use this information to help improve our courses,
programs and services and to give you an idea of how alumni are using
their degrees.
Career Preparation
MS in Marriage and
Family Therapy Graduates
Career Preparation
MS in Marriage
and Family Therapy Graduates
The skills and knowledge have been immediately applicable to my career: 100%
My degree has positioned me to achieve my professional ambitions: 100%
Capella's competency based curriculum has prepared me for the needs of my profession: 75%
Percentage of respondents who answered
"strongly agree" or "agree"
Source:
Responses to the Alumni Outcomes Survey one year after graduation.
The data were collected during Q3 2017 - Q1 2018.
Career & Professional
Accomplishments
MS in Marriage and Family Therapy Graduates
Career and Professional
Accomplishments
MS in Marriage and Family Therapy Graduates
Made a significant contribution to my profession: 50%
Successfully changed jobs and-or-careers: 60%
Assumed leadership responsibilities: 30%
Received a salary increase: 40%
Received a promotion: 40%
Multiple factors, including prior experience, age, geography, and degree field, affect career outcomes, and Capella does not guarantee a job, promotion, salary increase, or other career growth.
Percentage of respondents who indicated they had accomplished each item.
Source: Responses to the Alumni Outcomes Survey one year after graduation. The data were collected during Q3 2017 – Q1 2018.
Master of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy Degree Program Graduates
Data from graduates of the Master of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy degree program have been combined for these Student Experience results.
The graphs below show some key findings from Capella's Alumni
Outcomes Survey. We use this information to help improve our courses,
programs and services and to give you an idea of how alumni feel about
Capella and what general skills and abilities they gained.
Satisfaction With Capella
MS in
Marriage and Family Therapy Graduates
Satisfaction with Capella
MS in
Marriage and Family Therapy Graduates
I have or intend to recommend Capella: 50%
I am satisfied with my Capella education: 100%
Capella gave me the most efficient direct path to completing my degree: 100%
Percentage of respondents who answered
affirmatively.
Source: Responses to the Alumni Outcomes
Survey one year after graduation. The data were collected during Q3
2017 – Q1 2018.
Skills & Abilities
MS in
Marriage and Family Therapy Graduates
Skills & Abilities
MS in
Marriage and Family Therapy Graduates
Write clearly, accurately, and professionally; use sources appropriately : 100%
Communicate thoughts and ideas in varied settings : 100%
Show ethical conduct reflecting values and beliefs of discipline : 100%
Show knowledge of field; respect contributions of other fields : 100%
Analyze theoretical issues or investigate real-world phenomena, create knowledge : 100%
Locate, evaluate and communicate information; address legal, professional, other issues : 100%
Critically examine, analyze, and evaluate thinking using intellectual standards and creativity : 75%
Critically evaluate, select, and use discipline-appropriate technology : 100%
Show appreciation for group and individual differences : 100%
Demonstrate effective leadership in diverse environments : 75%
Apply the specialized knowledge associated with professional practice area : 100%
Percentage of respondents who rated
themselves as "proficient" or "exceptional" on
ability to demonstrate the skill or ability on the job.
Source: Responses to the Alumni Outcomes Survey one year after
graduation. The data were collected during Q3 2017 – Q2 2018.
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"It was a huge accomplishment just to complete the degree. Everything that I have learned at Capella has definitely prepared me and given me the courage to start my own nonprofit."
Synthia Smith, MS
2009 Graduate
Harold Abel School of Social and Behavioral Sciences
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