MFT568 Contemporary Issues in MFT: Ethical Guidelines for Providing Systemic TeleTherapy (1 cr.)

Prerequisite(s): MFT605 , MFT620  

Pre/Co-requisite: MFT615  
This course examines current concerns for marriage and family therapists regarding professional development of specialization and competency through the examination of contemporary issues in marriage and family therapy with individuals, couples, and families.  The course includes summarized information on the contemporary topic, including applied and relevant theories, multicultural implications, cultural competence, multidisciplinary collaboration, and ethical considerations.

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Identify and implement practical application of the content area.
2. Demonstrate understanding of multicultural implications by creating effective approaches for working with diverse individuals, couples, and families.
3. Identify appropriate ethical considerations related to the given topic.
4. Demonstrate emerging knowledge of the topic.
5. Analyze and evaluate the need for additional resources, including appropriate collaboration with other disciplines, professionals, and/or systems.
6. Evaluate personal experience, bias, and judgment related to the topic.