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The program is designed to be completed in 24-27 months.

Typically 20 students.

Applicants are admitted once a year in the fall, with classes starting typically in early September.

• Fall/Spring of 1st year:  Attend classes at PLU twice a week, typically 3:00-6:20pm (currently Tuesday and Thursday).  The first year of the program is designed to make it easier for working professionals.  Students with flexible work schedules can generally work part-time or even full-time during their first two semesters. 
• Summer of 1st year:  Classes one to three time per week, typically 3:00-6:20pm; internship may begin at on-campus clinic, 20-25 hours per week. Students work together in co-therapy teams for extra support and will meet in pairs on a weekly basis for two hours. 
• Fall/Spring/Summer/Fall of 2nd year:  Classes typically one day a week, 12:00-6:20pm; internship continues at on-campus clinic, with the addition of internship at off-campus clinic, 20-25 hours per week.

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You may apply even if you don't have all the prerequisites yet.  You must take all required prerequisites before you enter the program or they can be incorporated into your individualized program.  You will receive advisement after you apply for the program.

If your job is flexible it is possible to work full-time for the first two or three semesters. During the second year of the program it can be more difficult to maintain a full-time job as you are required to fulfill 20 hours per week at your internship site along with the required classes.

The MFT Program continues to have students who commute from the Seattle area. For the first year, it is only necessary to drive to Tacoma twice a week for classes. Once students start their practica, they will have to be on-campus at the CFTC 3-5 days a week. For the remainder of the program, students will attend class at PLU 1-2 days a week, while working at their internships 15-20 hours a week. One of our off-site internship sites is located in the Seattle area.

Besides application requirements, students should have paid or un-paid experience working with different types of people in an interactive environment. In addition, experience with diverse populations prior to entering the program increases ones ability to contribute to the classroom and practica experience.