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 and work environments, demonstrate knowledge and skills in Family Support. Field study. S/U grade option.

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

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