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Family Studies
1010A/B -
Introduction to Families in Canada
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This introductory course explains the field of Family Studies, examining the factors that shape family life, from individual psychology to group dynamics to social forces such as the workplace, the economy, and the government. Families are considered across the life course, and family diversity is highlighted.
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Family Studies
1015A/B -
Close Relationships
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Intimate relationships, like those found between marital or dating partners, are examined from a social science perspective, looking at love, mate selection, attachment, loneliness, conflict, relationship dissolution, and factors contributing to successful long-term relationships. Other close relationships also are considered, such as those between friends or parents and children.
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Family Studies
1020 -
Introduction to Family Studies
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A multi-disciplinary approach to the family as a biological, social, economic, legal and political unit, continually changing and adapting to a variety of pressures. This course provides students with a broad grounding in the family in the current Canadian context, and examines cultural and historical variation.
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Family Studies
2200E -
Families Across the Lifespan
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This course considers issues affecting Canadian families today, with attention to diversity within and between families. Families at different stages of the life course are examined, including topics such as mate selection, parenting, work and family, and elder care. Families’ forms, functions, stresses, and changes will be examined in depth.
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Family Studies
2225 -
Immigration and New Canadian Families
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This course examines family practices cross-culturally, especially how they are affected by contemporary immigration. Many issues facing immigrant families are covered including childrearing, parenting, gender relations, identity reconstruction, and sociocultural adaptation in the new country. Immigration history, policies, and programs/services related to immigrant families in Canada are examined.
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Any Family Studies 1000-level course or permission of the instructor.
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Family Studies
2226A/B -
Parenting
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Using parenting theory and research, this course investigates the topic of parenting in-depth, exploring relevant topics such as infant development, parent-child communication, gender socialization, discipline, and more.
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Any Family Studies 1000-level course, or permission of instructor.
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Family Studies
2235 -
Introduction to Counselling
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This course introduces students to the basics of counselling within the context of the study of Family Studies. Students will learn about the history of the counselling professions, will gain an understanding of various approaches, skills, and work settings, and will consider the role of counselling among diverse populations, including adolescents, couples, and families. Topics include ethical and legal aspects, assessment, individual and group counselling, and research, use of technology, and multicultural issues having to do with counselling.
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Any Family Studies 1000-level course, or permission of instructor.
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Family Studies
2240A/B -
Special Topics in Family Studies
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Any Family Studies 1000-level course, or permission of
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Family Studies
2250A/B -
Family Policy in Canada
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An examination of government policies affecting families in Canada. Areas of family policy considered include child care, parental leave, income support, tax benefits, and pension arrangements. Course reveals the importance of government for Canadian families and their successful development.
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Any Family Studies 1000-level course, or permission of
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Family Studies
2252A/B -
Comparative Family Policy
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A course that compares government policies for families in North America, Europe, and other parts of the world. Policies for child care, parental leave, income support, pensions and other areas are considered. Course shows how international comparisons can lead to better family policies in Canada and elsewhere.
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Any Family Studies 1000-level course, or permission of
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Family Studies
2260A/B -
Middle Childhood and Adolescence
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This course investigates middle childhood and adolescence, exploring these developmental stages as they intersect with family, society, and cultural contexts.
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Any Family Studies 1000-level course, or permission of instructor.
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Family Studies
2265A/B -
Midlife and the Elder Years
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This course investigates the midlife and elder stages of life, topics of great importance to Canadian society given the aging of the population. Areas considered may include psychological adjustment, social networks, career and family changes, health care, elder care, and adaptation to transition.
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Family Studies
2300A/B -
Understanding Family Research
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Students will become familiar with the primary research methods used by Family Studies professionals. Other topics such as research ethics will be covered.
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1.0 units of 1000-level Family Studies courses.
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Family Studies
3305A/B -
Family Needs and Resources
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This course focuses on managing family resources and family decision making processes using multidisciplinary perspectives. Current real world examples, family diversity, and future challenges are discussed.
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1.0 units of Family Studies 2000-level courses, or permission of instructor.
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Family Studies
3310A/B -
Work/Life Balance: Choices and Challenges
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This course examines the social forces that shape life choices for women. Particular attention is given to the increased opportunity for education and paid employment that Canadian women now have and how that impacts their lives. How women balance work, family, and other life domains is considered.
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1.0 units of 2000-level Family Studies courses or permission of the instructor.
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Family Studies
3320A/B -
Family Practices in a Global World
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This course examines the family practices found in the West today. Due to migration patterns, and new social dynamics in Western society, the family constellation is increasingly complex and reflective of cultural background and beliefs. Consideration will be given to these family practices, including how the media portrays them.
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1.0 Family Studies course (or equivalent) at the 2000-level or permission of the instructor.
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Family Studies
3325A/B -
Diversity and the Canadian Family
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This course examines contemporary diversity as it impacts individuals and families. Its psychosocial approach enables students to think through their own perspectives on race, ethnicity, religion, sexual identity, and more in preparation for working with people from diverse backgrounds.
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1.0 Family Studies course (or equivalent) at the 2000-level or permission of the instructor.
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Family Studies
3330F/G -
Media and Family
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This course explores the role of media in family life. Topics may include how media such as television and the internet are used by family members, and how media influence ideas about family such as through romantic ideals and stereotypes.
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1.0 units of Family Studies 2000-level courses, or permission of instructor.
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Family Studies
3340F/G -
Family Resilience
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This course explores the topic of family resilience, using a strengths-based perspective to examine how and why some families are able to survive and rebound from adversity, trauma, or persistent challenges over the life course, while others do not.
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1.0 units of Family Studies 2000-level courses, or permission of instructor.
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Family Studies
3345A/B -
Family Violence
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Family violence is examined from a variety of theoretical perspectives, such as feminist, exchange, and systems. Dating violence, violence in marriage and marriage-like relationships, child abuse, and elder abuse are considered.
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1.0 units of Family Studies 2000-level courses, or enrolment in third or fourth year of the Major in Criminal Jutice or Honors Specialization in Community and Criminal Justice modules, or permission of instructor.
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Family Studies
3350A/B -
Special Topics in Family Studies
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1.0 Family Studies 2000-level course or permission of the instructor.
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Family Studies
4220A/B -
Theoretical Perspectives in Family Studies Research
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Students will be introduced to the major theoretical frameworks used by social scientists to explain variation in family life including life span, life course, developmental, social learning, social exchange, social conflict, symbolic interactionist, ecological, family systems and feminist theory perspectives.
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A 3000-level Family Studies course or permission of the instructor.
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Family Studies
4230A/B -
Qualitative Research in Family Studies
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An introduction to qualitative research and its application to the study of the family. Topics to be considered include participant observation, interview skills, life histories and methods of analysis.
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Family Studies
4402A/B -
Selected Topics in Family Studies
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Enrolment restricted to third and fourth year Family Studies students at Brescia; others by permission of the instructor.
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Family Studies
4403 -
Practicum in Family Studies
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Supervised field placement in family-focused community organizations. Enrolment limited to third and fourth year Brescia Family Studies students who meet volunteer/service background guidelines.
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A 3000-level Family Studies course or permission of the instructor. Restricted to students in their 3rd or 4th year.
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Family Studies
4450A/B -
Special Topics in Family Studies
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1.0 Family Studies 3000-level course or permission of the instructor.
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Family Studies
4451A/B -
Special Topics in Family Studies
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Family Studies
4455A/B -
Independent Study
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This course is not part of the regular curriculum, and will be offered based on student interests and needs. Students must be enrolled in 3rd or 4th year of Family Studies and have the permission of the department.
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One 2000-level Family Studies course.
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