NDNU Clinical Psychology Alumni Testimonial

Become a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist

The 60 unit, MS/CP/MFT program prepares you to become a licensed marriage and family therapist (MFT) and is also a pathway for future doctoral studies.

Our program takes 2-3 years to complete and meets all the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS) requirements.

Clinical and Community Focus

Grounded in an integrative, depth-oriented approach, we emphasize clinical training, community engagement, and diversity in our academic, theoretical, and learning approaches.

Enhance your program with coaching, organizational, and consulting psychology courses!

Under this program's amazing leadership and rigorous academic curriculum, it became apparent that we students from NDNU not only were more than prepared, but we rose quickly through the ranks of community mental health organizations, into leadership and supervisor positions while other alumni quickly developed thriving private practices. NDNU ROCKED!

- Daniel

Master of Science in Clinical Psychology/Marriage & Family Therapist

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Ready to transform your future with Notre Dame de Namur University? Don't wait, apply now and start your journey towards academic excellence and personal growth.

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Distinctions of the NDNU (MS/CP/MFT)

A Leader for Four Decades: NDNU's Practitioner’s Program train mental health professionals through a comprehensive scholar-practitioner approach locally in California and internationally.
Flexible and Accessible: Go at your own pace! Part-time or full-time schedules designed for working adults, offered in late afternoon, evening, and weekends.
Expert Faculty: Professors are active clinicians and mental health professionals, engaged in both practice and scholarship, enhancing your learning with real-world expertise.
Innovative Curriculum: Offers integrative, depth-oriented courses that train students to be a licensed marriage and family therapist and prepare students for future doctoral studies.
Supportive Community: High-touch, personalized attention ensures we know your name. Our dedicated staff provides individualized support and advising or your academic, professional, and clinical training needs.

Student-Centric: Engage with our vibrant community through the Association of Student Leaders, and participate in events such as the biannual Practicum and Associates Training Fair.
Professional Development: Benefit from our community connections and opportunities in diverse professional pathways including community mental health, private practices, consultation services and industry.
Diverse Student Body: Welcomes new graduates, career changers, parents, working adults, international students, and those with graduate degrees.
Leadership with Vision: Our Dean, with 25 years of experience at NDNU, continues to innovate and serve the community, backed by a team that includes experienced practitioners and administrators.
Tradition of Excellence and Service: Renowned for its holistic, values-based mission, the program contributes over 20,000 hours of mental health services to the community annually.

Learn, Grow, and Succeed in Our Thriving Academic Community

Experience a unique blend of diverse academic programs and a vibrant community life. Let's shape your future together.

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Hands-On Teaching from Practicing Professors

Professors Who Practice What They Teach
Award Winning Faculty
Personalized Attention and Student Support Services

Admissions Requirements

NDNU Admissions Application
Resume or Vita
Official Transcripts from all universities attended, confirming a bachelor's degree from an accredited university in the U.S. or equivalent academic preparation outside of the U.S.
Two references (include name and contact information)
Prerequisites: General Psychology & Abnormal Psychology (3 units each)
GPA of 3.0 and above is preferred, but 2.5-3.0 considered

Alumni Testimonial

"The MSCP program opened me to new professional opportunities by supporting my second career goals and aspirations as I was transitioning careers and raising a family. The skills and knowledge from NDNU’s program gave me the academic foundation I needed to perform my clinical skills starting with my first practicum experience to applying for licensure"

- Bernadette

In-Person or 100% Online Learning

In-Person Learning

Traditional face-to-face education
Attend classes on campus
Interact with peers

Synchronous Classes

Real-time virtual classes
Engage in live online discussions & class collaboration.
Enjoy live faculty & student contact through virtual meetings & professor office hours

Asynchronous Classes

Flexible online learning with access to pre-recorded, interactive material
Complete assignments at your own pace and attend classes on your own schedule.
Enjoy live faculty & student contact through virtual meetings & professor office hours