Family Dynamics

Overview

Subject area

ECPCE

Catalog Number

813

Course Title

Family Dynamics

Description

In this course the main stages of the family life cycle are studied as a means of understanding the family as a system of human relationships. Developmental stages, family rituals, family crises, and other variables affecting family development are examined. The purpose of this course is to enable students to assess family systems, to develop knowledge of current family life demographics,and to gain an understanding of marriage and family styles, symptomatology, and counseling techniques.

Typically Offered

Fall, Spring

Academic Career

Graduate

Liberal Arts

Yes

Credits

Minimum Units

3

Maximum Units

3

Academic Progress Units

3

Repeat For Credit

No

Components

Name

Lecture

Hours

3

Requisites

034284

Course Schedule