Who Are We?
The Couple and Family Therapy program at UNLV provides high-quality training in the theory and practice of marriage and family therapy. We are committed to training students to become competent professionals through developing greater self-awareness; appreciating and embracing diversity; learning the art and science of clinical practice; and promoting ethical behavior, professionalism, and professional identity. Our faculty members are renowned scholars in the field of family therapy with significant experience researching and working with a wide variety of presenting problems and populations.
In December of 2007, the program was awarded candidacy status with the Commission on Accreditation for Marriage and Family Education (the premiere accreditation for marriage and family education). We are the only program in Nevada with this distinctive status.
Why the CFT Program at UNLV?
All 50 states in the U.S. as well as the District of Columbia now recognize marriage and family therapists as qualified mental health professionals by offering licensure. Canada has followed suit and several provinces are close to regulation. In fact, US News and World Report recently ranked marriage and family therapy as one of the 50 best careers in 2010 with an expected 14% growth between 2008 and 2018.
Our master’s of marriage and family therapy program is one of the top master’s programs in the U.S., and one of the few master’s programs in the Southwest that is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Marriage and Family Therapy Education. You will be trained to work with clients in a state-of-the-art clinical training facility, where you will gain 500 hours of face-to-face hours working with individuals, couples, and families. You will also see a wide variety of client populations and present problems over the course of your training experience. Further, our faculty are nationally and internationally distinguished in the field of family therapy, well-respected, and highly productive. Learn more.
Where Do I Go To Learn More?
The best place to get information is to explore our website. Visit our Graduate Program page to learn more about our broad-based master’s level curriculum, our clear fees, and the course offerings. We also have links to information about licensing in Nevada as a family therapist, frequently asked questions, and a place to learn about the professional organizations both regionally and nationally.