Oakland University
About the Program
Oakland University offers CACREP-accredited M.A. and Ph.D. programs in Counseling. A post-masters specialization in Couple and Family Counseling has been available since 1993. Options include a non-degree certificate program of 12 credit hours; a certificate program meeting state of Michigan requirements for the LMFT, requiring a minimum of 20 credit hours; and a Ph.D. in Education with a Major in Counseling, with a specialty in couple and family counseling. At every level the program includes at least one semester of live-supervised couple and family work in a state-of-the-art laboratory facility that provides free services to the community. Students are encouraged to draw upon current family scholarship as they develop integrative approaches addressing issues faced by diverse family forms in evolving social, economic, and cultural contexts.
Program Overview
| Area | Percentage | |
|---|---|---|
| Counseling | 80% | |
| Family Therapy | 5% | |
| Counselor Education & Supervision | 5% | |
| Mental Health Counseling | 5% | |
| Child & Adolescent Counseling | 5% |
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Graduate Program
- Introduction to Family and Couple Counseling
- Advanced Couple and Family Theory
- Couple and Family Methods and Techniques
- Advanced Couple and Family Development
- Couple and Family Assessment
- Seminars in Couple and Family Counseling (2): Sexuality, and Legal and Ethical Issues
- Advanced Couple and Family Practicum
- Fieldwork in Couple and Family Counseling.
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Oakland's doctoral program is designed to produce leaders for the Counseling field. Students typically seek careers in Counselor Education (university level); Supervision of counselors (in schools and agencies); and Advanced Practice including university Counseling services. The Counseling orientation emphasizes strengths and wellness, with special attention to oppressed groups who have been denied access to resources. Couple and Family Counseling is a specialty area in Counseling. Doctorally prepared Counselors with a Couple and Family specialty can expect a favorable employment climate in colleges and universities.