Family Centered Therapy in Social Work

This course equips social workers with an in-depth understanding of family centered intervention, covering theory, principles, assessment, techniques, culture, ethics, and case applications.

🕒 3 CE HOURS

COURSE LEVEL: INTERMEDIATE

Date of course creation/update: 04/04/2025

CE Broker Tracking NO: #20-1352616

Education Pathways, LLC provider #2485 , is approved as an ACE provider to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Regulatory boards are the final authority on courses accepted for continuing education credit. ACE provider approval period: 02/05/2026–02/05/2027. Social workers completing this course receive 3 Clinical continuing education credits.

This online reading-based asynchronous distance learning course :

provides social workers with an in-depth understanding of Family-Centered Intervention (FCI), a collaborative and holistic approach that recognizes the family as a key unit of support and change. The course covers theoretical foundations, core principles, assessment strategies, intervention techniques, cultural considerations, and ethical challenges. Case applications across diverse practice settings are presented to help social workers integrate FCI into their practice.

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Learning Objectives:

Distinguish Family-Centered Intervention (FCI) from individual and child-focused approaches.
Describe the core principles and guiding philosophies of FCI.
Formulate comprehensive, strengths-based family assessments.
Identify and apply evidence-based intervention strategies in family-centered practice.
Demonstrate culturally responsive and inclusive practices.
Develop practical tools (e.g., calendars, checklists) to support families.
Apply legal, ethical, and professional standards in family-centered practice.
Evaluate evidence-based models and determine appropriate interventions for diverse families.
Integrate lessons learned from case examples into practice.

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Introduction to Family-Centered Intervention (16 minutes)

Definition and scope of FCI
Historical development and theoretical influences
Goals and key features
Distinction from individual and child-focused interventions
Importance of family systems in social work

Core Principles and Philosophies (17 minutes)

Strengths-based practice
Empowerment and collaboration
Family as the unit of intervention
Respect for family culture, values, and choices
Partnership and shared decision-making
Trauma-informed and resilience-based approaches
Flexibility, accessibility, and responsiveness
Integration of services and systems

Assessment in Family-Centered Practice (31 minutes)

Role of assessment in FCI
Frameworks: eco-maps, genograms
Gathering multi-perspective family narratives
Functional and relational assessments
Identifying family strengths, needs, and goals
Risk and protective factors
Engagement and ethics in assessment
Cultural and contextual sensitivity

Intervention Strategies and Techniques (25 minutes)

Engagement and rapport-building with families
Goal setting and action planning
Communication and conflict resolution skills
Behavioral and psychoeducational interventions
Family therapy models (Structural, Bowenian, Solution-Focused)
Home-based and community-based interventions

Culturally Responsive and Inclusive Practice (14 minutes)

Cultural humility in family contexts
Working with diverse family structures
Addressing language, values, rituals, and cultural trauma
Anti-oppressive and intersectional approaches
Supporting LGBTQIA+ families and families of color

Working Across Systems and Settings (36 minutes)

FCI in child welfare, schools, mental health, and healthcare
Interdisciplinary collaboration and communication
Coordinating services and care planning
Family-centered care in medical and developmental settings
Strategies for system navigation and advocacy
Building bridges across systems to support families

Legal, Ethical, and Professional Considerations (16 minutes)

Informed consent and confidentiality
Managing family conflict and safety concerns
Mandated reporting responsibilities
Boundaries and dual relationships
Ethical dilemmas and decision-making frameworks

Evidence-Based Practices and Research (14 minutes)

Research supporting FCI effectiveness
Examples: Functional Family Therapy (FFT), Multisystemic Therapy (MST), Parent Management Training–Oregon Model (PMTO)
Measuring outcomes in family-centered practice
Applying research to diverse populations
Barriers to implementation and fidelity

Case Examples and Application (11 minutes)

Vignettes demonstrating FCI in various contexts
Practice challenges and decision-making scenarios
Supervision and reflection in family-centered practice
Lessons learned from complex family situations

Total Minutes: 180 Minutes

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