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Dr. Wendy Cortes

Doctor of Philosophy in MFT
JFK SCHOOL OF PSYCHOLOGY & SOCIAL SCIENCES

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Department of Social Sciences

It’s More than a Job – It’s a Calling

Degrees within the Department of Social Sciences prepare graduates to work as helping professionals. Our graduates work with children, adults, families, individuals, couples, groups and organizations to assist them in overcoming obstacles, getting needed resources and resolving mental, emotional or relational challenges.

We are proud to have the first distance-based programs to receive accreditation by Commission on Accreditation for Marriage and Family Therapy Education (COAMFTE)*. You can select a degree program and specialization to match your goals, including social work, military family therapy, medical family therapy and more.

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Doctoral Programs

Doctor of Philosophy in Marriage and Family Therapy

Doctorate of Marriage and Family Therapy

Masters Programs

Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy

Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Master of Social Work

Certificate Programs

Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Marriage & Family Therapy

Post-Master’s Certificate in Marriage and Family Therapy

“I found the University had already received COAMFTE accreditation, and that was really comforting to me.”

Joy Quanrud Grimsley

Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy

Why National University?

Our Supportive Ecosystem

NU’s holistic approach encompasses five aspects of well-being that create a supportive ecosystem.

Financial

We save students time and tuition with millions in scholarships, free e-books to military students, flexible payment options, general transfer credits, and more.

Academic

We support students every step of the way in their educational journey, providing academic resources to help them excel in their studies. This includes help with study skills, time management, and free tutoring.

Social & Emotional

We provide students with social and emotional resources and support to foster mental, physical, and spiritual well-being. Student case managers help students with resources for things like housing and food insecurity to mental health.

Family Life & Community

We understand the challenges faced by students who are working parents and offer support through flexible courses to help them balance family, work, and school, as well as student clubs and a virtual veterans center.

Career

We offer degrees aligned with real-world careers and guidance designed to support students’ career goals — from career counseling to resume and cover letter review to interview preparation.

National University Accreditation

NU is a WSCUC accredited institution. WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC), 985 Atlantic Avenue, Suite 100, Alameda, CA 94501, 510.748.9001, www.wscuc.org. WSCUC is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).

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