MFCC/504
Individual and Family Development Across the Life Span
Course level: Graduate
Christine O.
BSA
Online classes, always on, 24/7/365
Go to class any time of the day or night. If you have questions, call 866-354-1800 to speak with an Enrollment Representative.
This course explores various aspects of human development from infancy to old age. Emphasis is placed on biological, cognitive, and psychosocial development within the context of gender, family systems, social roles, and cultural backgrounds. Some topics included will be childbirth, child rearing, parenting and blended families, aging, long term care, end-of-life and grief. Students evaluate clinical situations and assess potential therapeutic interventions in context.
Earn these career-relevant skills in weeks, not years.
Culturally Relevant Strategies
Describe culturally relevant strategies for working with individuals and families throughout the lifecycle
Family Development
Explain factors that contribute to family development
Human Growth and Development
Explain dimensions of human growth and development