Master of Science in Marriage, Family and Child Counseling

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The Fresno State Master of Science in Marriage, Family and Child Counseling program is accredited by the Council on Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP). 

Learning Goals

The following program learning outcomes reflect the knowledge, skills, and dispositions students are expected to demonstrate upon completion of the program. These outcomes are aligned with CACREP standards and are assessed throughout the program. 

Professional Counseling Skills
 You will build the skills needed to work effectively with clients in ethical, culturally responsive, and evidence-based ways.

  • Use strong listening and interviewing skills in counseling sessions
  • Apply ethical and culturally responsive approaches in assessment
  • Create treatment plans using counseling theories and multicultural perspectives

Professional Identity, Research, and Collaboration
 You will develop your identity as a counselor and learn to work with others in professional settings.

  • Plan and lead group counseling experiences
  • Understand and apply research to your counseling practice
  • Recognize professional roles and ethical responsibilities across settings

Marriage, Family, and Child Counseling (MFCC)
 You will learn to work with couples and families using a systems perspective.

  • Understand family dynamics in case conceptualization
  • Use assessment strategies with couples and families
  • Develop and implement treatment plans for relational concerns

Student Outcomes

Currently, the graduate CRMHC program has a total of 69 students. Admission rates have been healthy over the past five years taking in 24 students in 2023-2024. 

During the  2023-2024 academic year (AY), a total of 29 students graduated from the program with 79% of students completed the program within two and a half years.

All students passed their clinical coursework (100%).

2023-2024 , AY, 92% of students passed the comprehensive examination on the first attempt.
Approximately, 92% of graduates from the program find employment within three months of completion. Of the 25 alumni who returned the survey, 5% were seeking employment specifically in the counseling field and 93% were employed in the counseling field.

Alumni reported employment in vocational rehabilitation, education settings, mental health services, behavioral health center, and case management services.

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