VIII. Graduate Programs
Family Relations and Applied Nutrition
Courses
Applied Human Nutrition
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FRAN*6610 Advances in Clinical Nutrition/Assessment I U [0.50]
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| An advanced overview of nutritional assessment and clinical nutrition with emphasis on issues relevant to community based and non-acute care settings. Nutrition assessment methods will be discussed in depth along with emerging issues. Emphasis on clinical nutrition will be integration of theory and practice. |
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FRAN*6630 Advances in Clinical Nutrition/Assessment II U [0.50]
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| Nutritional assessment issues specific to research will be discussed in depth. Selected clinical epidemiological and health service research methodologies, including meta-analysis, will be reviewed and applied to selected emerging issues in clinical nutrition practice. |
| Prerequisite(s): |
FRAN*6610 |
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FRAN*6710 Practicum in Applied Human Nutrition I U [1.50]
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| This course provides a practicum of 3 days per week with a dietetic-related agency or organization to develop and perform dietetic competencies (internship experience). In weekly seminars, students discuss and reflect on theory and dietetic practice issues. |
| Restriction(s): |
For MAN students only. |
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FRAN*6720 Practicum in Applied Human Nutrition II U [1.50]
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| This course provides a practicum of 3 days per week with a dietetic-related agency or organization to develop and perform dietetic competencies (internship experience). In weekly seminars, students discuss and reflect on theory and dietetic practice issues |
| Prerequisite(s): |
FRAN*6710 |
| Restriction(s): |
For MAN students only. |
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FRAN*6730 Practicum in Applied Human Nutrition III U [1.50]
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| This course provides a practicum of 3 days per week with a dietetic-related agency or organization to develop and perform dietetic competencies (internship experience). In weekly seminars, students discuss and reflect on theory and dietetic practice issues. |
| Prerequisite(s): |
FRAN*6720 |
| Restriction(s): |
For MAN students only. |
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FRAN*6750 Final Project in Applied Human Nutrition U [0.50]
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| This project (usually related to an activity during the Practicum in Applied Human Nutrition) consists of a written report of an applied research project in dietetic practice or a proposal for a research project, including literature review, purpose, methodology, and analysis and analysis plan. |
| Restriction(s): |
For MAN students only. |
Family Relations and Human Development
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FRAN*6030 Quantitative Research Methods U [0.25]
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| This module focuses on how to critically appraise the quantitative research literature and design and applied quantitative study. The module examines the logic and steps involved in conducting research, research ethics, measurement issues, survey design, experimental and quasi-experimental designs, cross-sectional and longitudinal designs, and sampling |
| Restriction(s): |
Available only to FRAN graduate students |
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FRAN*6040 Introduction to Qualitative Methods U [0.25]
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| This module focuses on the design of a qualitative research project with attention given to theory-method linkages, researcher roles and data collection methods. |
| Restriction(s): |
Available only to FRAN graduate students |
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FRAN*6050 Qualitative Analysis U [0.25]
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| This module focuses on analysis procedures when working with qualitative data. Attention will be given to different forms of analysis, use of analytic memos, theoretical sampling and generating theory. Instructor's signature required. |
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FRAN*6210 Program Evaluation in Child and Family Services U [0.50]
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| An examination of the theoretical principles and practical applications of evaluation issues and strategies. Special attention is given to services for children and families across the life span. Group involvement in an actual program evaluation is a requirement for the course. |
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FRAN*6221 Concepts and Strategies of Primary Prevention U [0.50]
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| The course explores selected concepts and strategies of primary prevention. Students examine research and current practice related to individual and family health and well-being, including education, community organization, competency promotion, natural care giving, and consultation. |
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FRAN*6260 Practicum U [0.50]
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| Supervised practicum experience in a variety of agencies or services. Placements are arranged on an individual basis subject to the requirements of students' programs of study and must be negotiated with faculty in advance of registration. |
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FRAN*6270 Issues in Family-Related Social Policy U [0.50]
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| This course investigates definitions of social policy, comparative family-related social policy, selected issues in Canadian family policy and frameworks for analysis of social policy. Issues in policy-related research are also explored. |
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FRAN*6280 Theorizing in Family Relations and Human Development U [0.50]
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| An examination of the meaning of science and theory in relation to the study of families and human development. Included is a discussion of the major social science paradigms including positivism, critical theory, social constructionism and post-modernity. This course is designed for doctoral students. |
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FRAN*6320 Human Sexuality Across the Life Span U [0.50]
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| This course covers research, theoretical and substantive issues relevant to studying human sexuality across the life span. Topics include: child and adolescent sexuality, sexual identity, sexuality in adulthood and old age, sexual assault, international research and sex education. |
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FRAN*6330 Research Seminar U [0.25]
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| This course acquaints students with the diverse disciplinary perspectives used in the study of family relations and human development. Substantive research issues provide a forum for integrating the separate perspectives and understanding the reciprocal relationship between individual and family growth and development. |
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FRAN*6380 Adolescence U [0.50]
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| Adolescence is examined from a multidisciplinary developmental-contextualist perspective. Topics include: individual differences, development, and social and environmental contributions to adolescent psychosocial functioning. |
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FRAN*6420 Introductory Applied Statistics U [0.25]
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| Background theory and knowledge components required to understand introductory parametric and non-parametric statistics appropriate in applied social/health science research. Students will learn conceptual and practical applications of statistical analyses with emphasis on hypothesis formation, data screening and description analysis and interpretation. |
| Restriction(s): |
Available only to FRAN graduate students |
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FRAN*6430 Advanced Applied Statistics I: Regression & Multivariate ANOVA Designs U [0.25]
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| Introduction to advanced regression modelling strategies, logistic regression analysis, multivariate analysis of variance/covariance, and repeated measures analysis of variance/covariance models appropriate in applied social/health science research. The course covers conceptual and practical applications of statistical analyses with emphasis on selection of appropriate methods and models to address complex, multi-factorial data. |
| Restriction(s): |
Available only to FRAN graduate students |
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FRAN*6440 Advanced Applied Statistics II: Factor Analysis U [0.25]
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| A theoretical and computational introduction to factor analysis as a method for understanding complex multivariate data in applied social/health science research. Principal components analysis (PCA), exploratory factor analysis (EFA), confirmatory factor analysis (CFA), and applications of structural equation modeling (SEM) will be examined. Additional topics may include scale development, multi-group analysis, and methods/concerns about measurement invariance. |
| Restriction(s): |
Available only to FRAN graduate students |
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FRAN*6450 Cultural Perspectives on the Family U [0.50]
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| Family relationships throughout the life span are considered drawing from the persepctives of cross-cultural psychology, cultural psychology and acculturation and diversity. Topics include the cultural context of family forms, dating and marriage, childrearing, socialization, and marital relations, parent-child relationships and intergenerational relationships. |
Couple and Family Therapy
Note
The following courses are taken primarily by students in the Couple and Family Therapy emphasis. A limited number of spaces are available each time the courses are offered for students outside the Couple and Family Therapy area.
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FRAN*6090 Practicum in Couple and Family Therapy U [0.50]
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| This course features supervised clinical practice in couple and family therapy. It involves regular clinical work with couples, families, and individuals. Students meet with faculty each week for up to six hours of supervision. Supervision over the semester will involve both group and individual/dyadic meetings. |
| Restriction(s): |
Available only to students in the Couple and Family Therapy program |
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FRAN*6095 Externship in Couple and Family Therapy U [0.50]
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| This is an advanced clinical practicum in Couple and Family Therapy. Students are placed in a community agency where they accumulate 10-15 hours per week (over 3 days) of direct clinical contact time. All clinical work is supervised by a clinical supervisor on site. |
| Prerequisite(s): |
FRAN*6090 |
| Restriction(s): |
Available only to students in the Couple and Family Therapy program |
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FRAN*6100 Clinical Issues in Couple and Family Therapy U [0.50]
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| This course features selected clinical issues each semester; examination of each issue will include the socio-cultural context, theoretical location, and conceptual and practical implications for couple and family therapy. |
| Co-requisite(s): |
FRAN*6090 |
| Restriction(s): |
Available only to students in the Couple and Family Therapy program |
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FRAN*6120 Theories and Methods of Family Therapy I U [0.50]
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| This course will offer an historical perspective on the development of the field of couple and family therapy beginning with family systems therapy, through intergenerational models, to current constructionist approaches. Intervention methods consistent with these conceptual frameworks are examined. |
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FRAN*6130 Theories and Methods of Family Therapy II U [0.50]
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| This course explores clinical theory and methods associated with structural, strategic and solution focused models of couple and family therapy. Feminist perspectives and approaches are used to examine power and gender dynamics in therapy. |
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FRAN*6140 Professional Issues U [0.50]
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| An exploration of ethics in couple and family therapy; legal issues in the practice of family therapy; and professional issues regarding identity, licensure and practice. |
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FRAN*6160 Facilitation in Family Functioning U [0.50]
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| A systemic exploration of family processes to understand diversity in family structures and functioning. This course has an applied focus on developing basic facilitation, communication and observational skills for exploring family structure and functioning. Students participate in learning groups supporting the development of these skills. |
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FRAN*6350 Major Research Paper U [1.00]
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| The major research paper is an option open only to MSc students within the Couple and Family Therapy area. Students must demonstrate their ability to accurately synthesize and critically evaluate the literature in a specific area of interest. Detailed guidelines are provided. |
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