Marriage and Family Therapy Degrees

The marriage counseling and family therapy program at Lancaster Bible College prepares students for careers as behavior disorder counselors, counselors, marriage and family therapists, mental health counselors, and substance abuse counselors. The program focuses on diagnosis of cognitive and behavioral domain disorders within the context of marriage and family systems. Program courses include: psychotherapy, small group intervention and therapy, marital problems, depression, identification of psychopathologies and behavior disorders, holistic health care, applicable regulations, and professional standards and ethics. Get more details below including other Pennsylvania colleges that offer marriage and family therapy degrees.

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Lancaster Bible College

High St, Easton, PA

Lancaster Bible College is a place of learning located in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. This school provides a variety of excellent programs for its potential students. Enrollment at Lancaster Bible College exceeds 1,100 annually. Lancaster Bible College offers several great programs to pick from. A list of the more popular programs being offered for individuals are:

• Biblical Studies
• Theology and Religious Vocations
• Elementary Education
• Mental Health Counseling

The admissions process would begin with the submission of an application, transcripts and any standardized tests, which are then evaluated by admissions officials. An ACT or SAT exam is required prior to applying, with scores in a range of 880 - 1100 on the SAT and in a range of 19 - 23 for the ACT exam is common among students accepted to Lancaster Bible College.

Lancaster Bible College also offers services for students such as career guidance for students in need of help, job placement options, and flexible courses for those with difficult working schedules.

The cost of tuition at this school is close to $20,000 for undergraduate students and $10,000 for graduate programs, but may change yearly. Students are asked to visit the school's net price calculator to better understand their cost of attendance. Living accommodations are offered for students, which costs approximately $3,600 each year. Financial aid may be offered to potential students that meet the necessary requirements by way of scholarships, grants, and loans.

The Middle States Commission on Higher Education has accredited the education provided by Lancaster Bible College for over two straight years. To see more and get consumer disclosures, please visit lbc.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Marriage and Family Therapy Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Lancaster Bible College offers a master's degree program in marriage and family therapy.

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Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Marriage and Family Therapists

Description

Diagnose and treat mental and emotional disorders, whether cognitive, affective, or behavioral, within the context of marriage and family systems. Apply psychotherapeutic and family systems theories and techniques in the delivery of services to individuals, couples, and families for the purpose of treating such diagnosed nervous and mental disorders.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, marriage and family therapists employment is expected to grow at a rate of 14.8% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton, PA-NJ
  • Total Employment: 110
  • Average Hourly Rate: $30.75
  • Average Annual Salary: $63960

Psychology Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses in psychology, such as child, clinical, and developmental psychology, and psychological counseling. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).