Advanced study of typical family functioning across the family life course from a family process perspective, including examination of how "normal" differs according to family culture, structure, and history.

Entry-level course for graduate study of family theory and frameworks. Conceptual frameworks and theoretical approaches are introduced and applied to an array of contemporary family issues.

A survey of theories and methods used in couple and family therapy. Designed to provide students with a knowledge of the theoretical bases for couple and family therapy, including an introduction to procedures used to assess, diagnose and treat couple and family dysfunctions.

Introduction to key clinical concepts and skills in the practice of couple and family therapy, such as establishing a therapeutic alliance, empathy, identifying the presenting problem, history of the problem, family history, identification of dysfunctional dynamics, identifying treatment goals, and evaluation of treatment outcomes.

Orientation to policies, procedures, and possibilities in the family sciences graduate program.

The history, status, philosophy, and objectives of career and technical education in relation to general education.

Early Field Experience teaching Career and Technical. Education. Programs include Ag Education and Familys. & Consumer Sciences Education.

Directed independent study of a selected problem in the field of career and technical education under the supervision of a faculty member.

A field based learning experience in career and technical education under the supervision of a faculty member. Students must complete a learning contract which outlines the requirements agreed to by the student for successful completion of the course.

Study is made of philosophy, accepted principles, and legislation affecting programs in vocational education.