Although there are no prerequisite degree-specific requirements—a bachelor’s degree in any discipline, minimally, is required.
The current CFT Program Progression details a two-year schedule of required coursework for a minimum of 90 credit hours. General descriptions of course work are available online and sample syllabi are available as well.
All courses in the curriculum are designed to provide core knowledge and activities toward the development of talented clinicians who are able to work effectively with a wide variety of client populations.
Our training heavily emphasizes preparation for real-world clinical practice realities.
MS Requirements — Total Credits: 90
Title | Credits |
|---|---|
Theoretical foundations | 19 |
Individual and family development | 25 |
Research competencies | 4 |
Professional ethics | 4 |
Clinical practice | 28 |
Additional courses | 10 |
Two-Year Curriculum Progression Plan
First Year
Fall Term
Course and Title | Credits |
|---|---|
3 | |
3 | |
3 | |
3 | |
EDUC 611 Survey of Educational Research Methods* or | 3 |
Winter Term
Course and Title | Credits |
|---|---|
3 | |
3 | |
CFT 628 Substance Use and Recovery (odd years) | 4 |
3 | |
3 |
Spring Term
Course and Title | Credits |
|---|---|
4 | |
3 | |
3 | |
3 | |
Elective(s) | 3+ |
Summer Term
Course and Title | Credits |
|---|---|
1 | |
4 | |
3 |
Second Year
Fall Term
Course and Title | Credits |
|---|---|
2 | |
4 | |
4 | |
Elective (s) | 3+ |
Winter Term
Course and Title | Credits |
|---|---|
2 | |
4 | |
CFT 626 Relational Sex Therapy (even years) | 3 |
Elective(s) | 3+ |
Spring Term
Course and Title | Credits |
|---|---|
2 | |
4 | |
3 | |
Elective(s) | 3+ |
Written Comprehensive Exam — after winter term, first year
Clinical Comprehensive Exam — May of second year
* Students may take EDUC 611 or EDUC 612 depending on their future research interests; consult with advisor.