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FSS 175 - Introduction to Family Support


3.0 Credits
Introductory course to principle/practices of Family Support. Emphasis to create partnerships with families; explore and apply concepts of empowerment to personal experiences & work environments, demonstrate knowledge & skills in Family Support. Field study. S/U grade option.

Course Objectives
Upon completion of this course the student will be able to:

  1. Identify best practices of family support principles and premises. [ACT]
  2. Articulate how families support programs differ from traditional human services. [COMMUNICATE]
  3. Identify key services that can be found in family support programs. [REASON]
  4. Analyze the continuum of family support services ranging from prevention to intervention. [REASON]
  5. Describe the processes used to establish mutually respectful relationships with families. [COMMUNICATE]
  6. Identify the cross cultural communication skills needed by a family support practitioner. [EXPLORE]
  7. Review formal and informal assessment activities and strategies to measure specific needs of families. [REASON]
  8. Identify policies and laws that support the healthy development of families and their dependents. [ACT]



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