Welcome from the Chair
Dr. Nichola Ribadu
Chair, Counseling and Family Sciences
Welcome to the Department of Counseling and Family Sciences, where we have a 50-year history of providing student-centered education and innovation. Our department is deeply committed to creating an environment where students feel supported, valued, and empowered to pursue their career goals—which we feel is essential for fostering personal and academic growth while serving the community as a whole. We're glad you're here.
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Why Choose Counseling and Family Sciences at Loma Linda University?
- Build a meaningful career through master's, doctoral, and certificate programs designed to help families and communities thrive.
- Learn your way with flexible online and on-campus program options.
- Experience whole person education in a supportive Christian environment that values compassion, inclusion, and respect for all.
- Stand out professionally with nationally accredited and endorsed programs.
- Achieve your goals with exceptional graduation and licensure exam pass rates.
- Get personal support thanks to low advisor- and teacher-to-student ratios.
- Collaborate across disciplines through unique learning opportunities within Loma Linda University Health and the wider community.
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Academic program records (including academic variances, candidacy and graduation petitions) are available through the School of Behavioral Health Dean's Office. Academic program records are maintained for five years following the date of graduation, or the date of a student's last attendance.
