| Aspect | Mft Practicum | Marriage and Family Therapist |
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| Credentials | Supervised clinical hours, coursework | Licensed with state certification, clinical hours completed |
| Work Environment | Internship settings, clinics, agencies | Private practice, clinics, hospitals |
| Industry Usage | Training phase, pre-licensure | Licensed professional providing therapy |
The Mft Practicum is a supervised training period required before becoming a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. It involves gaining clinical experience under supervision, whereas a Marriage and Family Therapist is a licensed professional providing therapy services. The practicum is a stepping stone towards licensure, which allows independent practice.