Course curriculum

    1. How to use this course

    1. Course Description and Learning Objective

    2. About the Instructor

    3. Continuing Education (CE) Information

    4. Disclaimer and Course Requirements

    1. Video Study Guide

    2. Introduction to System Theory

    3. 8 Concepts: Triangle & Differentiation of Self

    4. 8 Concepts : Nuclear Family, Family Projection, Multi generational Transmission, Emotional Cutoff, Sibling Placement & Emotional Process in Society

    5. Family vs Individual Therapy, Pros & Con, Techniques, Role of Therapist, & Genogram Symbols

    6. Genogram Basic Symbols (Updated)

    7. Genogram Activity

    8. Reference List

    1. Directions for Quiz and Certificate

    2. Clinical Use of Family System Therapy Quiz

    3. EVALUATION FORM

    4. Before you Go...

About this course

  • 17 lessons

Course Description

Family Systems Therapy offers a different approach and perspective to problem-solving for Social Workers, therapists, and counselors in that it focuses on the interactions among individuals in a family system rather than focusing on the individual as the identified client.

This course examines the concepts and theories of Family Systems Therapy and demonstrates why it continues to be an effective alternative to more traditional therapeutic approaches.


Session Learning Objectives
After completing this course, the participant can: Explain the theory of systems as it relates to Family Systems Therapy.
List and explain some of the basic concepts of Family Systems Theory.
Explain the dynamics of concepts of positive and negative feedback and their impact on the family system.
Explain some of the differences between Family Systems Therapy and more traditional approaches to therapy.

Define some of the theories and changes in family systems therapy.

The course is a self-paced learning experience that includes recorded training, a slide deck, a closing sample activity, a quiz, and an evaluation. All must be completed to receive a certificate. This course is non-interactive. 

Course Outline

Video Guide

  • Introduction: 29:23 mins
    • History and Background of Family System Therapy (System Theory)
    • Family System Therapy vs Individual Therapy
  • Family System Therapy Eight Concepts: 94:32 mins
  • Therapeutic Framework 36:48 mins
    • Therapeutic Techniques
    • Family Therapy Impact & Types
    • Issues of Individual and Cultural Diversity
    • Intensive Family-Focused Therapy Model

Activity (genogram/using Family Therapy): 35: 05 mins

Genogram Basic Symbol

Reference List

Instructor(s)

Lead Trainer Sharea Farmer, LCSW

Sharea Farmer is the Founder and Executive Director of RS Counseling & Wellness with over 20 years of experience as a licensed clinical social worker. Her expertise in both clinical and administration has allowed her to work in the private and public sectors as an advocate for employee wellness, Diversity & Inclusion, Race Equity, and Trauma-Informed Practices. Her unique practice that focuses on empowerment and education creates transformative wellness for her clients that range from executive leadership teams to supervisors to staff. RS Wellness has developed employee resilience plans and trauma-informed care programs for state and public health agencies, as well as educational groups, both locally and nationally. Sharea received a BA in Sociology from Rider University and a Master’s of Social Work from Rutgers. She is an adjunct professor at Rutgers where she’s been teaching since 2014. She is on the World Childhood Foundation Advisory Board for a two-year term from 2021-2023. On the board, she’ll have the chance to use the Equity & Inclusion lens to determine program eligibility for funding in the area of preventing sexual exploitation and abuse of children. Sharea lives in New Jersey with her husband. She enjoys all things basketball, live NBA games, traveling, coloring, and spending time with family and friends. Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the States of New Jersey #44SC05650200

Certificates will be awarded after completion of the full Webinar and course evaluation.

Radiant Sunshine, #1403, is approved to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Organizations, not individual courses, are approved as ACE providers. State and provincial regulatory boards have the final authority to determine whether an individual course may be accepted for continuing education credit. Radiant Sunshine maintains responsibility for this course. ACE provider approval period: 2/28/23 to 2/28/2026  Social workers completing this course receive 3-clinical continuing education credits. 

Find out whether your state or province accepts ACE approval.

Approved Continuing Education Provider (ACEP):

Radiant Sunshine has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 7371. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified.

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