Research and Evaluation in Systemic and Creative Arts Therapies

Catalog description

This course will familiarize students with clinically relevant qualitative and quantitative research methods, including clinical outcome research and program evaluation. In addition, this course will include an examination of professional ethical guidelines for conducting research, issues of diversity in research and evaluation, and major themes and controversies in MFT. An overview of statistical concepts and terminology related to research methods will be included. Students will also learn how to use research in their field in order to enhance their knowledge and to aid them in viewing their work and the work of others more critically. Students will present research or research designs supporting their approach to treatment and client outcome within a selected client population.