LMFTA

In order to become a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Associate (LMFTA) in North Carolina, an applicant must demonstrate having met one of the categories of qualifying academic achievement.

A master’s degree or doctorate degree from a recognized educational institution as defined in 90-270.47(5) of North Carolina General Statutes in the field of marriage and family therapy or a related degree which is the equivalent in content and quality as defined by the statutes and rules of the Board.

Required coursework is listed on the LMFTA Application which may be downloaded from this website.

In addition, the applicant must have passed the National MFT Examination.

All transcripts must be sent DIRECTLY from the educational institution.  Only sealed, properly submitted transcripts will be accepted.  Electronic transcripts are not accepted.