The intent is to present a comprehensive approach allowing the student freedom to utilize various approaches. Students are not required to adhere to one particular approach at all times. The practicums are conducted in the university-sponsored clinic. There are ten rooms with one-way mirrors and modern videotape equipment. The clinic setting also has group and seminar rooms and operates on the same basis as most public clinics do.
Students receive both individual and group supervision.
Instructors and peers in the program observe sessions and give immediate feedback. Students meet with an individual supervisor least once per week and also have weekly group supervision. Each student must secure a minimum of 500 hours of client contact time and 100 hours of supervision while completing their clinical practicums. The Graduate Bulletin provides such information as entrance criteria, course descriptions and prerequisites, financial aid, transfer of credits, filing deadlines, etc. All applicants must also complete Graduate School Application forms for admittance to UW-Stout along with the MFT Program application materials by March 15th.