COUN 6700/7700 - Marriage and Family Counseling

Institution:

Augusta State University (merged with Georgia Regents to become Augusta University)

Subject:

Description:

An introduction to the principles of family systems theory and their applications in family therapy practice. Included are family life cycle development, stages of relationships, premarital assessment, marriage enrichment, intervention strategies, divorce adjustment, and issues such as codependency, single-parent families, and child, spouse, and elderly abuse. Specific techniques for conducting marriage and family therapy will be presented along with considerations of current issues and ethical practices. Students completing the course at the 7700 level will complete additional assignments.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.aug.edu

Phone Number:

(706) 737-1405

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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