# ((course.code)) ((course.title)) Course level:((course.creditLevel)) [Back to Program](#) Christine O. | BSA Need help enrolling in a single course? Call[866-354-1800](tel:866-354-1800)or[schedule a call](https://www.phoenix.edu/request/lets-talk). MFCC/557Family Systems Theory and Intervention 3credits Total credits 6weeks Course length Take this course as part of a degree orcertificate program. [Request info](/request/request-information)[View all programs](/online-degrees/find-your-program.html) Please Note: Attendance and participation are mandatory in all University courses, and specific requirements may differ by course. If attendance requirements are not met, a student may be removed from the course. Please review the Course Attendance Policy in the Catalog for more information. University of Phoenix reserves the right to modify courses. While widely available, not all programs are available to residents of all states. Please check with a University Enrollment Representative. This course provides an overview of the development of family systems theory as a discipline and the therapeutic approaches that have emerged. Historic and fundamental concepts of family systems theory are addressed with an integrative approach to the treatment of the broad range of presenting problems that arise within couple and family relationships. Using mental health recovery-oriented care and methods of service delivery, students will explore the major systems theories' approaches to diagnosis, treatment, and change, and examine interventions tailored to different family structures and backgrounds. Please Note: Attendance and participation are mandatory in all University courses, and specific requirements may differ by course. If attendance requirements are not met, a student may be removed from the course. Please review the Course Attendance Policy in the Catalog for more information. 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Please check with a University Enrollment Representative. ![](/content/dam/edu/courses/img/course-template/skills-illustration-cdp.png) ### Earn these career-relevant skills in weeks, not years. ### Family Systems Interventions Apply family systems interventions in the counseling process ### Family Therapy Apply the use of family systems theory with diverse populations ### Family Systems Theory Compare and contrast major theories of family systems ![](/content/dam/edu/courses/img/course-template/skills-illustration-cdp.png) ## Why take courses at University of Phoenix? ### Learn from accomplished professionals ![Headshot of David Norcross, MS](https://uop.scene7.com/is/image/phoenixedu/bsb-david-nocross.webp?fmt=webp-alpha&qlt=70&fit=constrain,1&wid=347) "My teaching philosophy incorporates an inclusive and engaging learning environment where I encourage every student to feel empowered to explore, question and grow. 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