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Marriage and Family Therapists

 

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. Excludes “Psychologists” (19-3032 through 19-3039) and “Social Workers” (21-1020). 

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Growth Rate Click for more information on Growth rate 3.1%
Openings Per Year Click for more information on Employment outlook 61
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Median Hourly Click for more information on Median Hourly Wage $28 per hour
Average Annual Click for more information on Average Wage $60,010 per year
Education Needed Click for more information on Education needed Most of these occupations require graduate school. For example, they may require a master's degree, and some require a Ph.D., M.D., or J.D. (law degree). 
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