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Course Criteria
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4.00 Credits
Emphasis on (1) orienting students to the field of counseling, with its different settings and variety of activities, and (2) equipping the student with basic understanding of counseling techniques and basic skill proficiency intended to serve the student well in many aspects of interpersonal interaction. Prereq: FAMS 202. Offered: Fall, on rotation.
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2.00 Credits
Introduction to the general philosophy and broad principles of family life education, in conjunction with the ability to plan, implement, and evaluate such educational programs. Students observe family life education in practice, and then critique and develop their own curriculum presentations. Emphasis on process-oriented teaching methodology. Prereq: FAMS 202. Offered: Fall.
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4.00 Credits
Examination of human sexuality from multidisciplinary perspectives, including the biological, spiritual, psychosocial, and cultural dimensions. Discussion of beliefs and values that influence individual health and well-being. Implications for personal values formation and decision-making. Co-listed as PSYC 324 and SOCI 324. Prereq: FAMS 202. Offered: Spring.
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4.00 Credits
Introduction to personal death awareness, including aspects associated with counseling clients who are facing death, as well as the concerns of family members going through the grief process. Offered: On rotation.
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4.00 Credits
Analysis of family dynamics from a systemic, developmental framework. Students are challenged to examine common and particular needs and issues of families as they navigate through the family life cycle. Includes examination of the contemporary social context in which families operate. As a writing course, FAMS 331 focuses on training students to develop effective APA research writing skills. Prereq: FAMS 202. Offered: Spring.
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4.00 Credits
Study of dynamic aspects of health and wellness in the family throughout the lifespan. Focus on preventative and remedial approaches to safeguarding emotional and physical health to promote optimal well-being for families. Impact of illness and disabilities on family dynamics. Emphasis on family behaviors related to nutrition, fitness, stress, and illness, and responsibly contributing to their own and others' health and well-being. Prereq: FAMS 202 or instructor permission. Offered: Spring.
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4.00 Credits
Study of economic topics as they pertain to family resource management. Focus on financial decisions throughout the lifespan, including budgeting, investments, retirement planning, insurance, housing, and informed consumer decisions. Developing and protecting personal and family resources. Investigation of career choices and habits necessary for constructive financial and resource related decisions. Prereq: FAMS 202 or instructor permission. Offered: Fall.
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4.00 Credits
Survey course that explores the role of non-profit organizations in society. Students will examine the theoretical, philosophical, practical, and ethical perspectives related to the creation and administration of non-profit organizations, including grant writing. Prereq: FAMS 202. Offered: On rotation.
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4.00 Credits
Overview of the science of child development. Includes introduction to major theories of child development and a close examination of the major domains of child development (cognitive, physical, social-emotional) from prenatal to early adolescence. Special focus will also be given to specific disabilities which interplay with development (e.g., ADHD, autism). Additionally, students will gain hands on training and practice administering the Denver II instrument. Prereq: FAMS 202. Offered: Fall.
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4.00 Credits
In depth study of the physical, emotional, cognitive, social, personality, and spiritual development of persons from adolescence through later life. Major theories of adolescent and adult development are presented as well as various issues related to these stages such as peer relationships, dating, marriage, career choice, transitions to parenting, empty nest, mid-life, and retirement. Prereq: FAMS 202 or instructor permission. Offered: Spring.
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