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Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology (M.A.C.P.)

The Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology (M.A.C.P.) is a 66-unit graduate program preparing students for California licensure as LMFT or LPCC, integrating psychological science, clinical skills, and Christian faith. 2.5 years    |    66 units
About Program
Program Overview

The Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology (M.A.C.P.) at America Evangelical University (AEU) provides advanced professional and spiritual preparation for students seeking licensure as mental health professionals in California and beyond. This 66-unit graduate program integrates psychological science, clinical skills, and Christian faith to cultivate competent, compassionate, and ethically grounded counselors. Students may pursue one of two state-licensure tracks approved to meet the educational requirements of the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS):

• Track 1: Marriage and Family Therapy (MFT)
• Track 2: Professional Clinical Counseling (LPCC)

Through both tracks, students gain clinical and theoretical depth, spiritual maturity, and a strong ethical foundation for service in mental health, ministry, and community settings.

Program Summary
• Degree: Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology (M.A.C.P.)
• Total Units: 66
• Duration: Approximately 2.5 years (full-time)
• Format: Hybrid (on-campus and online learning)
• Practicum / Internship: 400 supervised clinical hours (300 direct client; 100 relational)
• Professional Development: 50 hours

Program Highlights
The M.A.C.P. program meets the educational standards of the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS) for both Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC). Graduates must complete the required post-degree supervised experience and pass the BBS examinations for state licensure.
• 66-unit degree designed for BBS licensure preparation
• Supervised clinical training
• Christian worldview integrated with psychological and clinical education
• Hybrid learning options for working professionals
• Faculty with clinical licensure and field expertise
• Mentorship and small-group supervision throughout practicum

Career Pathways — Track I (LMFT)
• Private practice
• Community and family counseling centers
• Schools, hospitals, and nonprofits
• Faith-based or pastoral counseling ministries

Career Pathways — Track II (LPCC)
• Mental health clinics and hospitals
• Private or group practices
• Educational and community counseling centers
• Faith-based and multicultural care ministries

Requirements
Admission Requirements

Admission Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
• Minimum GPA of 3.0 (conditional admission possible)
• Application form and non-refundable fee
• Statement of faith
• One letter of recommendation
• Official academic transcripts

Full Curriculum
Core Curriculum (Shared Courses)
• Counseling Theories and Techniques
• Human Growth and Lifespan Development
• Psychopathology and Treatment Planning
• Group Counseling and Dynamics
• Multicultural Counseling
• Legal and Ethical Issues in Counseling
• Crisis and Trauma Intervention
• Research and Evaluation Methods
• Assessment and Psychological Testing
• Christian Integration in Counseling

Track 1: Marriage & Family Therapy (MFT)
The Marriage & Family Therapy Track prepares students to provide systemic, relational, and holistic counseling to individuals, couples, and families. This track emphasizes understanding the dynamics of family systems, attachment, and relational conflict through both psychological and theological lenses.

Specialized Courses:
• Marriage and Family Therapy
• Couples and Relationship Counseling
• Child and Adolescent Counseling
• Family Systems Theory
• Human Sexuality
• Addictions and Substance Abuse
• Practicum and Clinical Supervision

Track 2: Professional Clinical Counseling (LPCC)
The Professional Clinical Counseling Track emphasizes individual counseling, psychological assessment, and evidence-based treatment planning. Students are trained to address a wide range of mental health concerns across diverse populations using integrative and clinically rigorous methods.

Specialized Courses:
• Advanced Psychopathology
• Assessment and Psychological Testing
• Psychopharmacology
• Human Sexuality and Gender Identity
• Career and Life Transition Counseling
• Trauma and Crisis Intervention
• Practicum and Clinical Supervision

Elective Options (9 Units)
• Holistic Healing: Mind, Body, and Spirit
• Emotional Intelligence and Neuro-Linguistic Psychology
• Family Crisis and Grief Counseling
• Trauma-Informed Care