Family Dynamics

Catalog description

The course is designed as an introduction to the study of family systems theory, family dynamics, and the major theories of family counseling. Students will develop an understanding of family systems, develop basic skills in counseling family systems, and participate in classroom and outside assignments designed to increase awareness of the development of family dynamics within their own family system and across the changing sociological and cultural spectrum. Also, integrated into this course is a special focus on American Indian family systems and cross-cultural practice methods. HSER 2090* 1-3 credits Practicum This course is the off-campus experiential learning component of the program. The emphasis is on gaining practical experience in using the techniques and knowledge gained in the classroom. Students will complete the contracted hours of supervised experience at the selected practicum site. Students will choose, with instructor approval, the site for the practicum, and determine objectives and goals of the practicum with the field supervisor and the instructor. Students will complete all requirements of the written contract, plus arrange and meet with the instructor on a weekly basis.