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
ALD5022 Family and Nutrition Fall 3 0 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 support the development of healthy eating habits among family members, introduce nutrition principles appropriate to the life cycle, and evaluate the physical and psychosocial impacts of nutrition in family counseling.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
Explains principles of healthy nutrition.

Identifies nutritional needs across the life cycle.

Evaluates the impact of family structure on eating habits.

Analyzes the physical and psychological effects of eating disorders.

Associates eating behaviors with family communication.

Designs nutrition programs for childhood, adolescence, adulthood, and old age.

Discusses cultural influences on nutritional habits.

Teaches healthy food choices and meal planning.

Addresses issues like obesity, anorexia, and bulimia in the family context.

Describes ethical approaches related to nutrition in family counseling.

Suggests strategies to promote healthy living within families.

Applies nutrition-related intervention techniques in family counseling processes

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) Nutrition and Family Relationships
2) Basic Principles of Nutrition
3) Nutrition Across the Life Cycle
4) Eating Behaviors Within the Family
5) Nutrition in Childhood
6) Nutrition in Adolescence and Adulthood
7) Nutrition in Older Age
8) Midterm
9) Nutrition Communication and Role Modeling in the Family, Cultural and Socioeconomic Influences
10) Eating Disorders and Family Dynamics
11) Nutrition Education and Counseling Process
12) Ethical Issues in Nutrition and Counseling
13) Healthy Food Selection and Planning
14) General Review and Practical Applications

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks:
References: Baysal, A. (2020). Beslenme. Hatiboğlu Yayıncılık.

Arslan, P. (2019). Aile ve Çocuk Beslenmesi. Nobel Akademik Yayıncılık.

Sizer, F. S., & Whitney, E. (2022). Nutrition: Concepts and Controversies (16th ed.). Cengage Learning.

Berkman, L. F., Kawachi, I., & Glymour, M. M. (2014). Social Epidemiology (2nd ed.). Oxford University Press.

Contento, I. R. (2015). Nutrition Education: Linking Research, Theory, and Practice (3rd ed.). Jones & Bartlett Learning.

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. 1
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. 1
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