Northcentral University (NCU) Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)!!

What's Anya Mind, Friends?
For a lot of you, it seems to be your career path as a Marriage and Family Therapist! I am getting questions daily about my MAMFT grad program at Northcentral University, a distance-based (online) mental health program. If I didn't answer your question about NCU, please feel free to ask it in the comments!
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[@cmessick15]

So awesome! Thanks for giving me confidence in this program as I will begin in 4 weeks! Can't wait!

[@lexifranc2131]

This is where I went to school! What a small world. Love your channel!

[@triciaholloway1]

I just started the MAMFT program at NCU. Your videos are so helpful!! Thank you!!

[@StephAnya]

Congratulations!! Thank you for watching and please let me know any other topics that would be useful for you!

[@margaretjudice8944]

Great information! Thank you for sharing!

[@YolandaEstradamft]

Love watching your videos!!! I am a fellow NCU MFT graduate! Loved my experience at NCU! We have similar backgrounds coming from the business field. It has helped me so much in this field. Way to represent NCU!!!❤️

[@StephAnya]

Love meeting fellow NCU grads!! And I’m so glad we’re on the same page about the experience! Thanks for watching ♥️

[@latashaford6531]

I got accepted!!! I start classes Monday. Thank you for your content. Definitely will be booking sessions in the near future. Keep the content coming❤️

[@StephAnya]

Congratulations, Latasha!!

[@McKenzieDesigns]

I love seeing grads from NCU! I worked in Enrollment there and loved their education style!

[@nativedude49]

Thank you for this, one thing to mention on tuition is if you received a AA from a community college this may bring your tuition down. I’m enrolled in the MBA program.

[@catherinemccottry8962]

I got accepted! I’m so excited and starting to take my first class today! ☺️

[@StephAnya]

Ahhh, congratulations!!! I hope you love it as much as I do! Come back and let me know how your first week goes!

[@catherinemccottry8962]

Steph Anya, MFT Thank you!! I love how easy it is to find everything on the platform and yes I will let you know!

[@LilDarkEnchantress]

Awesome! Hope you don't mind me asking, were you able to get some grants or scholarships? :)

[@adamwashington7757]

Congrats, i'm applying soon

[@tripletsgirl]

I'm not a good learner when it's comes to online, I rather be in a classroom or zoom

[@NDObeats]

I think you covered a lot in this video! Nice job!

[@StephAnya]

Thank you!

[@AliciaKindleReads]

This video was extremely helpful...thanks for answering my questions.

[@StephAnya]

I’m glad you found it helpful! Thank you for sharing your questions, and let me know any others you have ♥️

[@jallen1716]

Wow. I didn’t know you were an alumni. I recently completed the MFT program there. I’m preparing for the National Exam and your videos are so helpful.

[@Kourtneyjolley]

Thank you for the great information. I have been going to NCU since 2019. It will take me a while to finish, no judgments :) I am curious how did you gain relationships with your professors? I feel very distant from my professors and would like to have a better collaborative relationship with some of the faculty I am not sure how to establish that? Maybe it is not my personality? Also, I'd love to get more information on collaborative therapy. It is a little tricky to understand.

[@mykalawilson767]

Thank you so much for your videos. This video definitely helped when making a decision on School. I had my interview today for NCU and Im so excited!

[@StephAnya]

Awesome!! I hope you love it as much as I do! ♥️

[@mykalawilson767]

Steph Anya, MFT Im sure I will. Do you plan on doing there PhD/Dr. Program?

[@StephAnya]

Mykala Wilson I do!

[@caringlovetv6998]

Nice.

[@fashiiondiva3b]

How was the interview process? What kind of questions did they ask?

[@cocoPABL0]

OMG it’s like you read my mind. This video is so perfect for me right now as I am researching on different programs to apply to. Question: I know that you mentioned that NCU does not provide any supervisors or internships, can you elaborate more on how you were able to achieve that by yourself? This is the part that I am the most worried about. Any tips or advice on acquiring supervisors and internships? Thank you 💖

[@StephAnya]

So glad you found it helpful! I’m going to make a video about internships soon. My best advice is to emphasize on your resume the accreditation of your school. Also networking in your community which I’ll make a video about as well. I also have some tips on methods for reaching out and following up but that’s a lot to type here. I’ll be sure to include it in the video. Thanks for letting me know that topic would be helpful for you!

[@nycresident328]

I love your video! I'm very interested in NCU program but the advisor said where I live require 60 credits, which is about 3 years and 7 months for completion on the Dean’s Schedule :( and now tuition went up, too. It took about 2 and a half year for completing program for you so I am wondering if you took 45 credits or did they change program longer recently.. =?= thank you for your video!

[@PamPam-er6hk]

Hi Steph, thank you so much for this wealth of information. I'm considering enrolling in NCU, I noticed when I spoke with an enrollment counselor she indicated that NCU build the license exam into your curriculum and students have a 95%+ pass rate, first time, on the exam would you consider that to be accurate?

[@MelisJoy]

I absolutely love your channel, your insight, upbeat personality & amazing communication. I can definitely tell you've had a million hours on training in concise communication & it's so refreshing. Also refreshing to see your passion for this profession. I have my heart set on being an LMFT, but concerned about not being able to afford school AND the 3k hours for licensure. Are you allowed to get paid during supervised hours? If so, can you pls give ballpark as I've seen conflicting answers on this. Thanks for your time x

[@StephAnya]

Thank you! Yes. Some people even have paid internships! You’ll have to look at job listings in your city to get a range, but you could be getting paid at any point in the process if you’re willing to be patient and hold out for a paid position. Now with your associate license, it’s much more common to have a paid position and won’t take as much research.

[@MelisJoy]

@@StephAnya this helps soo much :) thanks Steph 💚

[@Christ_Is_Life10-10]

Thank you for this. I looked at their program many times. I decided to train with DianeGehart’s institute. Does NCU pay you?

[@jaz0188]

I am currently in NCU for MA-MFT. I work full time. Love this video.

[@StephAnya]

Thanks for sharing! How far are you into the program?

[@jaz0188]

Steph Anya, MFT not that far at all. I’m in week 11 on 5104 second class. I start the third 7/13 do quite a ways to go but I am loving it so far. I’m learning and met a few of my classmates that I text and message with often.

[@StephAnya]

Awesome! I’m so glad you’re liking it. Let me know if any other topics would be helpful for me to cover in a video.

[@jaz0188]

Steph Anya, MFT ok will do!!

[@NessNess72Heeeey]

Bless you, I am a Doctoral Student at NCU and I love the classes, and I am scared as i get closer to the end. I am taking Public Administration and I love it 2nd change. Thank you for the update and u am left with 10 keep me in your prayers.

[@sarweenabdulla6243]

Hi 👋 I hope you are doing well My husband wants to study PhD in criminal justice in NCU and he is hesitant because he thinks that the degree in this university has no reputation What do you think 🤔 Can you give me some advice about your PhD Thanks in advance And good luck

[@ness3700]

omg I was looking at NCU and came across your video. Im considering to pursue a doctorate MFT... I am scared to do online; however, I know it will be the best since I done it before.

[@StephAnya]

You can do it!

[@daniellung]

Hi, I am also thinking about the PhD of MFT program.

[@kenyaclark4346]

Hello Steph, I have been a student at NCU going on a year. I have short-term memory due to several strokes and brain surgery. I am having difficulties with remembering how to begin my next class. Can you please tell me how to complete this process?

[@johnathoncaine]

Do you have specific apps or programs you use for note taking when you were in school? 😁

[@JocieFire]

I'm wondering approximately how many hours a week did you spend on school work before your internships started? I'm looking at NCU myself and this is my main concern.

[@candacesalazar3963]

I live in a small town, and I'm worried about how I will get in my hours for my internship. I am about 3 hours away from a big city. Am I able to see clients online?

[@Learnerofthings]

Just wanted to clarify if this is Northcentral University that was absorbed by National University or North Central University which is a worship / music school in Minnesota. I also looked into your numbers of 98% first time pass rate and found a document from 2021 that stated it was 33%, with only 4 people taking the test. I am enrolled and will be starting this month and this clarification can help greatly. Thank you for the videos.

[@StephAnya]

Yes, the one that was absorbed! Those are the stats I got in 2019 before it was absorbed.

[@daniellung]

Hi, I am thinking about PhD degree of MFT at NCU. any comments?

[@IAmKimberlyHawthorne]

Did you professors do lectures or pre-recorded video where they taught course material or was it main self instructed?

[@StephAnya]

Predominantly self-study, but there were a few times where there were pre-recorded lectures.

[@caringlovetv6998]

How difficult is it to get an A in the class from 0 to 10 being most difficult?

[@StephAnya]

I graduated with a 4.0, but of course it's highly dependent on your grasp of the concepts and time management skills. Good luck!

[@SM-su6tl]

Can we study in online from Thailand

[@LilDarkEnchantress]

Love your videos! I was wondering if there is any type of scholarships or financial help to help pay tuition? Or if you can give me some insight or advise on how you did it. I'd love to pursue this. It's been a life long dream! But loans are not an option as we took out way too many for my husbands grad school. We are in debt as it is! LOL

[@StephAnya]

Hi Cecilia! NCU offers full tuition scholarships but they’re very risky because you have to enroll to be eligible. I’ve also used sources likes Scholly, but haven’t been very successful. I wish I had more expertise in this area!

[@LilDarkEnchantress]

@@StephAnya Thank you for your reply! Its ok! Were you able to get any grants? Did you end up paying out of pocket?

[@StephAnya]

I paid out of pocket for a vast majority until my last 2 classes where we took out student loans. I'll be done paying them next month! The good thing about NCU is you have a lot of flexibility with when you take classes, so you could pace them out in a way that makes sense for your budget.

[@LilDarkEnchantress]

@@StephAnya Very cool! Thank you so much for this info! Appreciate it very much! :)

[@caringlovetv6998]

Do they take Financial Aid?

[@ritav793]

I spoke with NCU about potentially pursuing my doctorate.

[@StephAnya]

I’ve heard good things! Let me know how you like it if you decide to go.

[@ritav793]

I will! Still finishing up my master's at Capella

[@StephAnya]

How was your experience with your Master’s program?

[@caringlovetv6998]

How do you like it?

[@rinabrown-ono3378]

What was your process of finding an internship site? I am in the program right now. I am having a very hard time finding one... It's been over a year trying to find an internship. I feel like I am defeated at this point.

[@StephAnya]

Hi Rina. I’m sorry to hear that. I know that’s beyond frustrating. Did the school provide you with a list of places that people have interned previously in your area?

[@rinabrown-ono3378]

@@StephAnya Thank you so much for the reply! Yes, they did. but because of COVID, most places did not offer supervision. I am trying to look for a site where they offer supervision through telecommunication... It has been difficult though... All your videos are so helpful during this period! Thank you!

[@StephAnya]

Of course. I would check with NCU about previous supervisors in your area or even outside of your area if you’re doing virtual. If you find anyone, let them know that you will be recording your sessions and can share them so that they can actually supervise and comment on your work. Good luck!

[@rinabrown-ono3378]

@@StephAnya Thank you so much for your advice! It seems like it is finally going in the right direction! I love all your videos!

[@caringlovetv6998]

PhD. Great.

[@mayragalvan9567]

Q: How long were the classes? How many do you complete in a year? Q: 42k is per year? Q: Do you complete a thesis? Thank you so much, your videos are awesome! :)

[@MakaykayLAMB]

I'm sorry, 42k for the entire degree or per year???

[@StephAnya]

For the degree. There are updated numbers on their website!

[@carlaamador6217]

I have a question: I applied to this school but when trying to do research (mainly because it looks like ANYONE can get accepted without even having to have any type of eligibility) and I found very little information on this university. Is this really a university? Its a silly question but its super weird that I could barely find any research on this university when I search online.

[@tiarareed20]

I'm seeing a lot of bad reviews on the school so I came to KZbin to see if anyone had had good experiences there

[@PamPam-er6hk]

@@tiarareed20 Same here. Post and Upper Iowa University also had bad reviews for their Clinical Mental Health Programs so I came here for MFT program info/review 🤭