SSFC - Self-paced online module

Single Session Family Consultation is an online learning course comprising 5 modules.  You can complete at your own pace, pause and return at any time and review content. The course features practice theory and examples, interactive activities and reflective questions to consolidate your learning.

At the completion of the module, you will receive a certificate of completion.

Course length: 5 hours (CPD hours)


Who is this relevant too?

Professionals, including counsellors, therapists, case managers, team leaders, or managers interested in practical tips for working with ‘hard to engage’ clients.


SSFC module overview

  • Describes the rationale and practice principles underpinning SSFC and its place within a comprehensive response to families

  • Unpacks the conceptual and practical contributions of Single Session Thinking and Family Consultation to the model

  • Describes and demonstrates the key stages of SSFC: convening, conducting and following up

  • Addresses key challenges including translating SSFC training into practice

  • Provides references and tools to aid and support practice


Learning outcomes

On completion of SSFC, you will be able to:

  • Understand the Single Session Thinking and Family Consultation frameworks that underpin SSFC
  • Convene, conduct and undertake follow-up as part of SSFC
  • Address challenging situations in sessions with families
  • Identify how you can incorporate SSFC into your practice

Listen to Dr Brendan O'Hanlon discuss this course and how it provides a solid grounding in the practice frame of SSFC.


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