COUN 2743 - FAMILY AND COUPLES COUNSELING Minimum Credits: 3 Maximum Credits: 3 In this course, a broad theoretical and practical foundation for counseling couples and families is emphasized. The course includes an introduction to theories of family therapy, counseling strategies and techniques, and research in family counseling and functioning. Using a family systems approach, the course exposes students to the dynamics of contemporary family structures, living patterns, and lifestyles. Students learn the family development framework and common family issues across the family life cycle. Students are challenged to better understand their own family system and to examine some of their beliefs and values about what constitutes a family. Learning methods include readings, didactic presentations, discussions, role-playing, and case reviews. Academic Career: Graduate Course Component: Lecture Grade Component: Grad Letter Grade Course Requirements: PLAN: Clin Rehab and Mntl Hlth Cnsln or SBPLAN: Rehabilitation Counseling (Health and Rehabilitation Scs-MS) Click here for class schedule information.
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