Family Counselling Diploma Level 3

Unit 1: Trauma and Abuse

• Understanding the effects of trauma and abuse on individuals and families
• Helping families develop healthy coping strategies to heal from trauma and abuse
• Providing guidance on how to support family members who have experienced trauma and abuse
• Addressing the impact of trauma and abuse on family dynamics and relationships

Unit 2: Parent-Child Relationships

• Understanding the importance of parent-child relationships in overall family dynamics
• Identifying common challenges that can arise in parent-child relationships
• Providing guidance on how to build stronger, healthier, parent-child relationships
• Addressing issues related to attachment, communication, and discipline

Unit 3: Divorce and Separation

• Understanding the emotional and practical challenges of divorce and separation for families
• Providing support to families as they navigate the process of divorce and separation
• Addressing issues related to co-parenting, custody arrangements, and child support
• Helping families cope with the emotional impact of divorce and separation

Unit 4: Behavioural Issues

• Understanding common behavioural issues in children and teenagers
• Identifying factors that could contribute to challenging behaviour
• Providing guidance on how to promote positive behaviour and reduce acting out
• Addressing issues related to discipline, communication, and parenting strategies

Unit 5: Role Transitions

• Understanding the impact of significant changes on family dynamics
• Helping families navigate transitions such as the birth of a new child, a child leaving home, or a change in caregiver roles
• Addressing issues related to adjustment, communication, and coping strategies

Unit 6: Mental Health and Illness

• Understanding the impact of mental health and illness on individuals and families
• Providing support to families affected by mental health and illness
• Addressing issues related to stigma, communication, and coping strategies
• Helping families access support and resources for mental health and illness

Unit 7: Cultural Identity

• Understanding the importance of cultural identity in family dynamics
• Addressing issues related to cultural differences within families
• Providing guidance on how to navigate cultural differences and promote understanding
• Helping families build a stronger sense of cultural identity and connection

Unit 8: LGBTQ+ Families

• Understanding the unique challenges faced by LGBTQ+ families
• Providing support to LGBTQ+ families
• Addressing issues related to identity, communication, and family dynamics
• Helping families navigate discrimination and access resources and support

Unit 9: Technology and Social Media Use

• Understanding the impact of technology and media on family dynamics
• Providing guidance on how to manage technology and media use in a healthy and balanced way
• Addressing issues related to screen time, social media, and online safety
• Helping families build healthy habits around technology and media use

Unit 10: Family Traditions and Rituals

• Understanding the importance of family traditions and rituals in promoting connection and belonging
• Providing guidance on how to establish and maintain traditions
• Addressing issues related to family values, communication, and cultural differences
• Helping families create meaningful traditions and rituals that promote a sense of connection and belonging