Nov 23, 2024  
National University Volume 86-2 Catalog - September 2023 
    
National University Volume 86-2 Catalog - September 2023 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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MFT-6118 - Gerontology and Systemic Intervention Master’s

Semester Credits: 3 Weeks: 12

This course provides a foundation for the practice of marriage and family therapy with older adults and their family members. Students will review the biological, psychological, and social aspects of aging. In order to apply systemic assessment and interventions with this population. Attention is given to the unique concerns for aging clients including long-term care, caregiver relations, end-of-life decisions, and socioeconomic stress. Ethical practices related to these contexts will be discussed, such as how to address ageism and ensure the safety of older clients.



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