Prepare for a career in counseling and behavioral health with Jefferson’s accelerated 3+2 BS in Psychology / Master of Family Therapy (MFT) program. In just five years, you’ll earn both degrees, gaining a strong foundation in psychological science and advanced clinical training in couple and family therapy.
This dual-degree pathway integrates a flexible, research-driven psychology education with a practice-focused graduate program grounded in real-world clinical experience.
The curriculum reflects a bio-psychosocial approach to understanding human behavior, viewing the behavior of individuals, couples, families and larger systems as the result of an interaction of biological, psychological and social factors. It also reflects a commitment to training therapists to be aware of and sensitive to issues of cultural diversity and their impact on family functioning and the therapeutic process.
Program Highlights
- Earn both your bachelor's and master's degrees in five years
- Transition seamlessly into a clinical graduate program
- Build a strong foundation in psychology and behavioral science
- Gain hands-on clinical and applied experience
- Prepare for licensure-track careers in therapy and counseling