CNSL 6110 Family Systems

This course defines and examines family and developmental theories. The focus is on examining different family systems theories with consideration of diverse populations.

Registration Name

Family Systems

Lecture Hours

3

Lab Hours

0

Credits

3

Offered

Online: Fall

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon the completion of this course, students will:

1. Examine ways cultural worldviews shape self, family relationships/dynamics, and the family life cycle

2. Explore major family theories, key constructs and associated intervention techniques noting the influence of ecological and cultural context on family process, structure, and functioning

3. Discuss the influence of culture in various theoretical approaches and the therapeutic encounter/intervention, 

4. Describe the impact of the healthcare environment on the therapist role and the relevance of integrative theoretical approaches (integrated behavioral health primary care and medical family therapy), 

5. Relate methods and intervention techniques with a variety of family problems and 

6. State the major results regarding process and outcome research in family therapy