MFT-7101 - Foundations for Doctoral Study in MFT

Semester Credits: 3 Weeks: 8

Students in this course will be prepared for success in the Marriage and Family Therapy (MFT) doctoral program at Northcentral University. Students are introduced to relevant academic communities, professional standards, and doctoral level expectations. Essential skills, including critical thinking, comprehending complex scholarly texts and research articles, as well as ethical and effective written communications are emphasized. Students will begin to explore potential research topics for use in their doctoral studies and complete the course with a roadmap to navigate their way to degree completion. Students will also develop a personal philosophy of diversity and cultural competence, as well as continue to explore a personal fit of MFT theories.