Using a Wide-Angle Lens: Two Evidence-Based Approaches that Focus on Youth at Risk and Their Families

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Course Summary

An overview of the utility of Functional Family Therapy and Multisystemic Family Therapy approaches to serving Colorado's youth and their families. Includes a discussion of application, similarities and differences.


Learning Objectives

Upon completing this material, learners will be able to:

  1. Explain the core concepts anchoring Functional Family Therapy and Multi-Systemic Therapy. ​
  2. Identify indicators for the target populations Functional Family Therapy and Multi-Systemic Therapy are developed to optimally serve. ​
  3. Explain the similarities and differences between Functional Family Therapy and Multi-Systemic Therapy. ​
  4. Identify agency and staff training requirements for extending Function Family Therapy and/or Multi-Systemic Therapy.

Learning Audience

This asynchronous course is designed for behavioral health providers seeking essential information on attaining and maintaining appropriate licensure and approvals, understanding regulatory requirements, and complying with updated standards in the State of Colorado.


Course Duration

  • 80 minutes

External Content Notice

This learning content is housed and managed outside of the OwnPath Learning Hub system, and is shared in partnership with the Colorado Department of Healthcare Policy and Financing (HCPF).


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