Child and Family Therapy Graduate Certificate

About the Certificate

This 15-credit certificate includes four determined courses, one lab, and one approved elective that provide specialized training in child and family mental health, including assessment, diagnosis, and various evidence-based therapeutic treatments. This certificate also emphasizes the importance of cultural responsibility and cultural tailoring in working with youth and families from diverse backgrounds. Students who complete this certificate are required to complete their internship at a site that provides clinical services to children or adolescents.

Additional Admission Requirements

In addition to the general admission procedures, a student also must hold a master’s or doctoral degree in a field closely related to the practice of professional counseling from an accredited college or university. Test scores are not required.

Certificate Requirements (15 credits)

• PY 613 Family Counseling 3 credits
• PY 640 Treatment of Childhood Internalizing Disorders 3 credits
• PY 650 Treatment of Childhood Externalizing Disorders 3 credits
• PY 630A Internship: Mental Health Counseling 150 hrs. 3 credits

• OR

• PY 631A Internship: Mental Health Counseling 150 hrs. 3 credits
• PY 630L Multicultural Lab: Knowledge I non-credit

• OR

• PY 631L Multicultural Lab: Knowledge II non-credit

• One elective course approved by the Program Director 3 credits