About this course
- Entry year: 2011/12
- Course code: Z52000003
- Award type: Short course
- Applications: University
- Level: Professional/Short Course
- Department: Psychology
- Campus: Frenchay
- Duration: Twelve months, January - December:
11 and 12 January; 28 and 29 March; 16 and 17 May; 18 and 19 July, plus two days in September and in November, dates to be confirmed.
- Delivery: Six two-day blocks, Wednesdays and Thursdays.
- Programme leader: Naomi Moller and Jenny Tozer
Introduction
This introductory level family therapy training course meets all the requirements of an AFT accredited introductory training for family therapy and systemic practice. The course is distinguished by its emphasis on teaching family therapy knowledge and practice in a practical way. Thus a key element of the course involves working with student's own personal, family and professional histories with direct reference to their current working practices.
The course is multi disciplinary with the aim of providing a rich opportunity for participants working in a range of contexts (with children, adults and families) to learn about the theory and practice of family therapy. We aim to provide a mix of theoretical ideas, skills practice and case application in an engaging, experiential way which draws upon students' own existing skills, knowledge and life experience. Students should come prepared to share their personal histories as well as case examples.
Professional accreditation
This course is accredited by AFT as an introductory level family therapy course. It does not carry any academic credits or awards.
Entry Requirements
All applicants are expected to have:
- Experience of working within the health or social care sector - two years experience desirable
- Opportunity to apply family therapy/systemic techniques and ideas to their practice.
Please be aware that progressing to the MSc level of training requires professional qualifications and relevant experience. A professional qualification is also advantageous for the Intermediate Course. Please consult the Association of Family Therapy website for further information on accepted professional qualifications.
Course content
Teaching and learning
The teaching process is consonant with systemic approaches in that the facilitators are constantly reflecting upon and working actively with group process. The group learning system is used to help students be aware of systemic processes and patterns both within themselves and in the group, including between the facilitators and the group. Students are encouraged to form mentor groups (via email or to meet up if geographically close) so that learning can be kept alive between teaching blocks.
Assessment
To complete the course students must:
- Attend at least 80% of the teaching days
- Complete a 2500 word case analysis
- Complete a 2500 word analysis of self in relation to the case
- Complete a reflective log
Prices and dates
Fees
Fees for 2011 are £1,075.
The dates for 2012 entry are Wednesdays and Thursdays:
11 and 12 January; 15 and 16 February; 28 and 29 March; 16 and 17 May; 13 and 14 June; and 18 and 19 July.
How to apply
Initial informal enquiries regarding the course should be directed to Naomi Moller or Jenny Tozer.
Please apply online . Admissions and International Development, telephone +44 (0)117 32 83333, e-mail Admissions@uwe.ac.uk.
Extra information
Practice Component:
We require, as far as is possible, for students to use the ideas and skills they have gained from the course in their work settings. We expect this practice to be supervised as part of their normal agency supervision arrangements. Whilst there are no formal requirements for practice hours, we expect students to bring case material which often forms the basis of role plays in the teaching sessions.
For further information
- Telephone: 0117 32 83333
- E-mail: Admissions@uwe.ac.uk
Page last updated 14 December 2011