XII. Course Descriptions
Family Relations and Human Development
Department of Family Relations and Applied Nutrition.
These courses support two majors offered by the Department of Family Relations and Applied Nutrition: Adult Development, and
Child, Youth and Family.
| FRHD*1010 Human Development W (3-0) [0.50] |
| This course is an introduction to the study of the development of the individual throughout the life cycle. Emphasis will
be placed on the interrelationships between physiological, sociological and psychological aspects of normal human development.
(Also offered through Distance Education format.)
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| Restriction(s): |
Not available to Child, Youth & Family or Child, Youth & Family Co-op majors. |
| FRHD*1020 Couple and Family Relationships W (3-0) [0.50] |
| A survey of family dynamics throughout the life course, emphasizing themes of power, intimacy and family diversity. Topics
may include; gender socialization, sexuality, mate selection, communication, abuse, couple interaction, parent-child relations,
divorce, remarriage. (Also offered through Distance Education format.)
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| Equate(s): |
FRHD*2010 |
| FRHD*1100 Life: Health and Well-Being F (3-0) [0.50] |
| This course integrates the theory, application and research of various aspects of health-related topics across the lifespan,
emphasizing relevance to the lives of young adults.
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| Restriction(s): |
This is a Priority Access Course and some restrictions may apply during some time periods. |
| FRHD*2040 Principles of Program Design for Children W (3-0) [0.50] |
| This course will examine the elements involved in planning and implementing quality play-based programs for young children.
Some of the issues include: the role of the teacher, meeting developmental needs, the materials and the organization of the
environment, and instructional strategies. The course will involve a workshop component.
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| Prerequisite(s): |
FRHD*2270 or PSYC*2450 |
| Restriction(s): |
Restricted to students in B.A.Sc. Program (CYF, CYF:C majors). |
| FRHD*2100 Development of Human Sexuality F (3-0) [0.50] |
| This course covers a social scientific analysis of human sexuality. Emphasis will be placed on the development of sexuality
within an interpersonal context. (Also offered through Distance Education format.)
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| Prerequisite(s): |
4.50 credits |
| Restriction(s): |
This is a Priority Access Course and some restrictions may apply during some time periods. |
| FRHD*2300 Principles of Program Design for Youth W (3-0) [0.50] |
| This course will examine the elements involved in planning and implementing effective prevention, education, and support programs
for youth and their families. Programs include alternative education, independent living, community justice initiatives, sexual
health, and physical education and nutrition strategies. Major topics covered in this course include: the roles of organizations
and child and youth counsellors; empowerment of youth, their families and communities; working with diverse populations; needs
assessments; program planning and service delivery; and program evaluation. Case studies of innovative programs are highlighted.
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| Prerequisite(s): |
FRHD*2280, (FRHD*2060 or FRHD*2270)
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| Restriction(s): |
Restricted to students in B.A.Sc. CYF and CYF:C. |
| FRHD*2350 Principles of Program Design in the Human Services W (3-0) [0.50] |
| This course will examine the elements involved in planning and implementing effective prevention, education, and support programs
for various populations in community settings. Programs include health promotion, sexual health, and support programs for
new parents, new Canadians, seniors, caregivers, and individuals with disabilities. Major topics covered in this course include:
the roles of organizations and human service professionals; empowerment within individuals, families and communities; working
with diverse populations; needs assessments; program planning and service delivery; and program evaluation. Case studies of
innovative programs are highlighted.
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| Prerequisite(s): |
FRHD*1100 |
| Restriction(s): |
Restricted to students in B.A.Sc. ADFW, ADFW:C, ADEV, ADEV:C. |
| FRHD*3090 Poverty and Health F (3-0) [0.50] |
| This course offers an in-depth examination of the factors associated with poverty across the lifespan, with a focus on the
relationships between poverty and health and development. Poverty within vulnerable groups, issues concerning inequality and
strategies to address poverty will also be explored. (Offered in odd-numbered years.)
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| Prerequisite(s): |
9.50 credits including (FRHD*1010 or FRHD*1100)
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| FRHD*3190 Administration of Programs for Children W (3-0) [0.50] |
| This course examines the roles and responsibilities of administrators in programs for children with emphasis on the development
of appropriate policies and procedures; management of human and financial resources; and internal and external communication
within the context of multidisciplinary settings. Attention will be given to quality assurance, professional ethics, and continuing
professional development. (Offered through Distance Education format only.) (Offered in even numbered years.)
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| Prerequisite(s): |
7.00 credits including (1 of FRHD*2260, FRHD*2270, PSYC*2450)
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| FRHD*3200 Practicum - Child F,W (2-10) [1.00] |
| This practicum provides students with a seminar and supervised experience with children and is designed to demonstrate the
application of theory studied earlier in the program. It will also provide opportunities for working directly with young people
while examining such topics as the role of the teacher, teacher-child interaction, and program implementation. Students wishing
to enrol in this course must consult with the instructor during course selection.
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| Prerequisite(s): |
FRHD*1020, FRHD*2040, NUTR*1010 |
| Equate(s): |
CSTU*3170, FRHD*3170 |
| Restriction(s): |
Registration in the B.A.Sc. program (Child, Youth and Family or Child, Youth and Family Co-op majors). Instructor consent
required.
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| FRHD*3250 Practicum in Youth F,W (3-12) [1.00] |
| Through seminar and supervised experience with youth, students will demonstrate the application of theory studied earlier
in the program. This practicum course will also provide opportunities for working directly with youth in a community setting
while examining the role of the professionals involved and the communication with youth and community members. Developing
skills in programming planning, implementation, and evaluation is a primary objective. Students wishing to enrol in this course
must consult with the instructor during course selection.
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| Prerequisite(s): |
FRHD*1020, NUTR*1010, FRHD*2300 |
| Restriction(s): |
Registration in the B.A.Sc. program (Child, Youth and Family or Child, Youth and Family Co-op majors). Instructor consent
required.
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| FRHD*3290 Practicum I: Adult Development F,W (3-12) [1.00] |
| This course offers students an opportunity to participate in seminar and supervised field placement in health and social service
agencies. The practicum and seminar will develop students' helping roles in agencies and facilitate the integration and application
of theoretical knowledge from previous course work with practice. It will also provide opportunities for students to work
directly with individuals and/or groups and to participate in on-going programs or services. Students wishing to enrol in
this course must consult with the instructor during the course selection period.
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| Prerequisite(s): |
FRHD*2350, FRHD*3400 |
| Restriction(s): |
Restricted to students in B.A.Sc. ADEV, ADEV:C, ADFW, ADFW:C. Instructor consent required. |
| FRHD*3400 Communication and Counselling Skills F,W (3-0) [0.50] |
| This course is an examination and analysis of the theories and methods of communication as applied within the processes of
family counseling and consultation.
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| Prerequisite(s): |
4.50 credits including (FRHD*1020 or FRHD*1100)
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| Restriction(s): |
This is a Priority Access course. Enrolment may be restricted to particular programs or specializations or semester levels
during certain periods. Please see departmental website for more information.
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| FRHD*4020 Family Theory W (3-0) [0.50] |
| This course analyses theoretical approaches and concepts in the study of the family. |
| Prerequisite(s): |
12.50 credits including FRHD*1020 |
| Restriction(s): |
This is a Priority Access course. Enrolment may be restricted to particular programs or specializations or semester levels
during certain periods. Please see departmental website for more information.
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| FRHD*4070 Topics in Family Relations and Human Development U (3-0) [0.50] |
| Lecture-discussion or seminar on a selected topic in family studies. To be conducted by regular or visiting faculty with expertise
in the area. Students should check with the Department of Family Relations and Applied Nutrition to determine what topic will
be offered during specific semesters and which prerequisites, if any, are appropriate.
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| FRHD*4080 Topics in Family Relations and Human Development U (3-0) [0.50] |
| Lecture-discussion or seminar on a selected topic in family studies. To be conducted by regular or visiting faculty with expertise
in the area. Students should check with the Department of Family Relations and Applied Nutrition to determine what topic will
be offered during specific semesters and which prerequisites, if any, are appropriate.
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| FRHD*4170 Practicum - Child, Youth and Family F,W (3-16) [1.00] |
| Seminar and experience with children in an appropriate field setting to be assigned by the department. Emphasis will be upon
developing, implementing and evaluating program plans for children in educational and community settings. Students will acquire
communication and interactive skills with children and adults. Students wishing to enrol in the course must consult with the
course instructor during the course selection period.
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| Prerequisite(s): |
1 of FRHD*3170, FRHD*3200, FRHD*3250 |
| Restriction(s): |
Instructor consent required. |
| FRHD*4180 Assessment and Intervention F (2-2) [0.50] |
| Principles and theories of assessment and evaluation as related to the child, the family, and to child oriented intervention,
education and social service programs are examined in this course.
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| Prerequisite(s): |
12.00 credits including FRHD*2110, FRHD*3070 |
| Co-requisite(s): |
FRHD*3180 |
| Restriction(s): |
Registration in the B.A.Sc. program (Child, Youth and Family or Child, Youth and Family Co-op majors). |
| FRHD*4190 Assessment in Gerontology F (2-2) [0.50] |
| This course provides an examination and critique of current methods of assessing older adults. Tools to be considered include
those for assessing dementia, depression, and pain. Students will examine diagnostic criteria that form the underpinnings
of most tests and then examine each test for its psychometric properties and appropriate use. An understanding of the ethical
principles governing assessment will be gained.
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| Prerequisite(s): |
FRHD*2060 |
| Restriction(s): |
Semester 7 and above. |
| FRHD*4200 Issues in Human Sexuality W (3-0) [0.50] |
| An advanced analysis of sexual development. Specific attention will be given to sexual problems, and the concepts, methods
and issues associated with sex education and counselling.
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| Prerequisite(s): |
FRHD*1020, FRHD*2100 and 1.00 credit at the 3000 level in Family and Social Relations, Psychology or Sociology
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| Restriction(s): |
This is a Priority Access Course and some restrictions may apply during some time periods. |
| FRHD*4250 Aging and Health W (3-0) [0.50] |
| This course offers upper level undergraduates a forum to explore issues related to aging and health across the adult life
span. More specifically, the conceptual groundwork necessary for understanding the roles of the life span developmental perspective,
individual development, physiological changes in human aging, contextual influences and interactions, and several models/theories
of aging and health will be examined. A primary objective of the course is the integration of models and theory to facilitate
understanding of aging and health topics. Topics include but are not limited to: age changes and disease processes (both acute
and chronic); mental health and illnesses; medication use; disease prevention and health promotion; influence of health on
family relationships, caregiving, and placement decisions; systemic and societal influences on health; and ethical issues
and controversies surrounding the end-of-life care and decision making, advanced directives, assisted suicide, and death and
dying.
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| Prerequisite(s): |
10.00 credits including FRHD*2060 |
| FRHD*4260 Social Policy and Gerontology W (3-0) [0.50] |
| This course examines aging and adult development in relation to social policy with special reference to families. |
| Prerequisite(s): |
FRHD*2060 |
| Restriction(s): |
This is a Priority Access course. Enrolment may be restricted to particular programs or specializations or semester levels
during certain periods. Please see departmental website for more information.
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| FRHD*4290 Practicum II: Adult Development F,W (3-16) [1.00] |
| This course enables students to extend their knowledge and professional skills in a second supervised placement in a health
or social service agency. The practicum and seminar provides students with additional opportunities to integrate theoretical
knowledge with practice experiences. Students are expected to assume additional responsibilities related to program design
and implementation and in their supervised work with individuals and/or groups. Students wishing to enrol in this course must
consult with the instructor during the course selection period.
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| Prerequisite(s): |
FRHD*3290 |
| Restriction(s): |
Restricted to students in B.A.Sc. ADEV, ADEV:C, ADFW, ADFW:C. Instructor consent required. |
| FRHD*4310 Professional Issues F (3-0) [0.50] |
| This course examines ethical and professional issues in working with children, youth, adults of all ages, and their families.
A variety of institutional settings are considered (e.g., school systems, treatment agencies, youth residential programs,
senior care facilities). The complexities of professional practice with diverse populations are explored in depth. Legal aspects
relevant to work in this area are also addressed.
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| Prerequisite(s): |
12.00 credits including FRHD*3400 |
| Restriction(s): |
This is a Priority Access course. Enrolment may be restricted to particular programs or specializations or semester levels
during certain periods. Please see departmental website for more information.
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| FRHD*4320 Social Policies for Children, Youth and Families W (3-0) [0.50] |
| This course focuses on current social policies, programs, and services that affect children's development and family well-being.
Issues include policies that affect income security, parental effectiveness, social service provision, and community resources.
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| Prerequisite(s): |
9.50 credits |
| Co-requisite(s): |
FRHD*3040 |
| Restriction(s): |
This is a Priority Access course. Enrolment may be restricted to particular programs or specializations or semester levels
during certain periods. Please see departmental website for more information.
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| FRHD*4400 Youth, Risk and Resilience W (3-0) [0.50] |
| This course examines biological, and social-contextual aspects of developmental issues evident in childhood and adolescence.
The theoretical perspective of developmental psychpathology will be used to examine literatures relating to risk, resilience,
developmental trajectories, classification, assessment, and intervention. Students will have a chance to critically examine
many mental health issues commonly found in childhood and adolescence.
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| Prerequisite(s): |
15 credits including FRHD*2110, FRHD*2280 |
| FRHD*4810 Thesis I U (3-0) [0.50] |
| Planning, developing and writing a research proposal under individual faculty supervision. Topic to be decided by the student
in consultation with the supervisory faculty member before she/he may course select or register for the course. Students are
advised to contact the Department of Family Relations and Applied Nutrition for further information.
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| Prerequisite(s): |
FRHD*3070 |
| Equate(s): |
CSTU*4810 |
| Restriction(s): |
Instructor consent required. |
