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Re-Entry Skills: Family Reunification
Course: WFR112

First Term: 2007 Summer I
 Lecture   3 Credit(s)   3 Period(s)   3 Load  
Subject Type: Occupational
Load Formula: S


Description: Reunification procedures for the incarcerated person`s effective transition. Includes building and maintaining self-esteem and effective communication for healthy families or support systems. Also covers family and networking culture, discipline, and expectations for release.



MCCCD Official Course Competencies
1. Summarize the importance of reunification skills for the incarcerated person. (I-V)
2. Identify characteristics of healthy self-esteem. (I)
3. Identify strategies for enhancing self-esteem. (I)
4. Explain the importance of assertive communication in healthy families or support systems. (II)
5. Compare and contrast communication styles. (II)
6. Identify communication strategies for dealing with children. (II)
7. Identify components of family culture. (III)
8. Identify components of networking or support system cultures. (III)
9. Explain the function and importance of a belief system. (III)
10. Describe the elements of family values and positive support systems. (III)
11. Explain the principles of discipline in personal and professional settings. (IV)
12. Identify various types of assistance and resources available upon release. (V)
13. Explain the importance of building family or support system strengths. (V)
MCCCD Official Course Competencies must be coordinated with the content outline so that each major point in the outline serves one or more competencies. MCCCD faculty retains authority in determining the pedagogical approach, methodology, content sequencing, and assessment metrics for student work. Please see individual course syllabi for additional information, including specific course requirements.
 
MCCCD Official Course Outline
I. Self-Esteem
   A. Definition
   B. Development
      1. Low
      2. High
   C. Strategies for Development
      1. Past in Perspective
      2. Positive Self Talk
      3. Positive People
      4. Strengths
      5. Weaknesses
      6. Vision
      7. Goals
      8. Action
      9. Persistence/Consistency
   D. Characteristics
   E. Decisions Affecting Self-Esteem
II. Healthy Communication
   A. Definition
   B. Styles
      1. Passive
      2. Aggressive
      3. Assertive
   C. Male/Female
      1. Styles
      2. Preferences
   D. Cultural Differences
   E. With Different Age Groups
      1. Listening
      2. Looking
      3. Clarifying
      4. Responding
   F. Communication Barriers and Mistakes
III. Family/Support System Cultures
   A. Definition
   B. Development
   C. Roles
   D. Belief Systems
      1. Identification
      2. Core Values
      3. Redefinition
      4. Organization
      5. Modification
   E. Values
      1. Definition
      2. Elements
IV. Discipline
   A. Principles
      1. Personal
      2. Interpersonal
   B. Managing Emotions
      1. Behaviors
      2. Personal Boundaries
   C. Setting Limits for Self and Others
      1. Reasons
      2. Strategies
   D. Personal/Professional Settings
V. Expectations for Release
   A. Resources
      1. Housing
      2. Food
      3. Education
      4. Employment
      5. Social Services
      6. Transportation
      7. Health
      8. Legal
      9. Financial
      10. Special Services
   B. Family or Support System Strengths
      1. Caring and Appreciation
      2. Commitment
      3. Communication
      4. Community and Family Ties
      5. Working Together
      6. Flexibility and Openness to Change
 
MCCCD Governing Board Approval Date: 5/22/2007

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