Challenges of an outcome-based perspective for marriage and family therapy education.

Fam Process

Department of Family, Consumer, and Human Development, Utah State University, 2700 Old Main Hill, Logan, UT 84322-2700, USA.

Published: September 2005

AI Article Synopsis

  • Marriage and family therapy education (MFTE) has seen significant changes, focusing on current trends and controversies, particularly the shift toward outcome-based education (OBE).
  • Recommendations for MFTE include implementing OBE, establishing core competencies in marriage and family therapy, and addressing interdisciplinary challenges.
  • Emphasizing both foundational knowledge and the encouragement of trainees' individual styles and approaches is essential for effective education in this field.

Article Abstract

Marriage and family therapy (MFT) and marriage and family therapy education (MFTE) have undergone many changes during the short history of MFT. This article describes the current trends and controversies in MFTE, including shifts toward outcome-based education (OBE). We present recommendations for MFTE, including the move toward OBE, the development of core competencies of MFT, attention to interdisciplinary issues, and recognition of the need for both foundational education and encouragement of trainees' unique styles and approaches.

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