FAMILY COUNSELING (TURKISH, THESIS)
Master TR-NQF-HE: Level 7 QF-EHEA: Second Cycle EQF-LLL: Level 7

Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Code Course Name Semester Theoretical Practical Credit ECTS
ALD5013 Practices to Develop Family Health Spring 3 2 3 8
This catalog is for information purposes. Course status is determined by the relevant department at the beginning of semester.

Basic information

Language of instruction: Turkish
Type of course: Departmental Elective
Course Level:
Mode of Delivery: Face to face
Course Coordinator : Assoc. Prof. ARZU BUYRUK GENÇ
Course Objectives: The aim of this course is to teach counseling approaches, preventive interventions, and health-promoting practices in the protection and promotion of family health. Theories, models, and strategies that support the physical, psychological, and social well-being of families are discussed within the scope of this course.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
Defines the concept of family health.

Explains the physical, psychological, and social factors that affect family health.

Identifies basic theories and models related to health promotion.

Describes counseling approaches to promote family health.

Identifies and evaluates risk factors in families.

Applies preventive and protective intervention strategies.

Develops healthy communication methods among family members.

Identifies coping strategies for stress and crises within the family.

Promotes healthy lifestyle behaviors.

Applies methods for monitoring and evaluating family health.

Plans community awareness programs for family health.

Explains the importance of multidisciplinary collaboration in family counseling.

Develops counseling skills in line with ethical principles.

Discusses the role of the family counselor in addressing current health issues.

Course Content

Teaching Methods and Techniques Used in the Course
-Case Study
-Technology Assisted Learning
-Simulation
-Individual Study
-Cooperative Learning
-Reading
-Lecture
-Discussion

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Introduction to Family Health and Basic Concepts
2) Determinants of Health in the Family
3) Theories and Models in Family Health
4) Health Behaviors and Lifestyle Patterns
5) Preventive Approaches in Family Counseling
6) Stress, Coping, and Resilience in Families
7) Family Communication and Healthy Relationship Development
8) Midterm
9) Violence, Neglect, and Abuse in Families,Health Screenings and Family Health Assessment Methods
10) Family Health Promotion Programs
11) Community Health Education and Awareness Programs
12) Multidisciplinary Approach and Referrals to Health Services
13) Current Health Issues (e.g., pandemics, chronic illnesses)
14) General Evaluation

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks:
References: Gladding, S. T. (2021). Family therapy: History, theory, and practice (7th ed.). Pearson.

McGoldrick, M., Gerson, R., & Petry, S. (2008). Genograms: Assessment and intervention (3rd ed.). W. W. Norton & Company.

Goldenberg, H., & Goldenberg, I. (2012). Counseling today’s families (5th ed.). Brooks/Cole.

Satir, V. (2000). Aile terapisi (Çev. B. Onur). HYB Yayıncılık. (Orijinal eser 1983)

Dönmez, N. B. (2013). Aile sağlığı: Kuramdan uygulamaya. Nobel Yayıncılık.

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Homework Assignments 1 % 20
Midterms 1 % 30
Final 1 % 50
Total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 50
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 50
Total % 100

ECTS / Workload Table

Activities Number of Activities Duration (Hours) Workload
Course Hours 14 3 42
Study Hours Out of Class 14 10 140
Homework Assignments 2 10 20
Final 1 3 3
Total Workload 205

Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes

No Effect 1 Lowest 2 Low 3 Average 4 High 5 Highest
           
Program Outcomes Level of Contribution
1) Using the knowledge and skills acquired in the field of family counseling, interpret and evaluate the data put forward scientifically, identify, analyze and synthesize the problems of the field, develop solutions in line with professional and ethical values, share information and participate in teamwork. 1
2) Uses all kinds of information and technologies related to the field of family counseling. 1
3) Has the knowledge of reaching scientific knowledge and findings, results, following, evaluating and applying current literature in the field of family counseling. 1
4) Using the knowledge, skills and experience gained in the field of family counseling, the individual makes the necessary training focused on solutions to the problems that occur in the family and society. 2
5) As a family counselor, he/she plans and manages activities for the development of the employees under his/her responsibility within the framework of a project and monitors and evaluates the process. 1
6) Develops a counseling approach that is in accordance with ethical principles and has a high cultural sensitivity. 1
7) Evaluates individual, couple and family problems with a multidimensional approach. 1
8) Uses related measurement and evaluation tools effectively in the process of family counseling. 1
9) Develops the ability to assess and intervene in structural elements such as communication, roles and boundaries within the family. 2
10) To be able to take responsibility individually and as a team member to solve complex and intricate problems encountered and unforeseen in practices related to the field of family counseling. 4
11) Demonstrates competence in research, data analysis and scientific reporting in the field of family counseling. 1