Program Evaluation and Monitoring in MFT

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In this doctoral-level course, you will focus your attention on the fundamentals of evaluating and monitoring human services programs. The purpose of this course is to prepare you to conduct quantitative, qualitative, and mixed methods formative and summative program evaluations. Special emphasis is placed on evaluating programs and clinical outcomes using the relational/systemic perspective of Marriage and Family Therapy. In this course, you will develop your abilities to collaborate with stakeholders in developing evaluation plans that ensure evaluation processes meet the needs of multiple stakeholders. You will consider the various ethical implications of program evaluation and will identify ethical considerations in implementing an evaluation plan and reporting results.