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Genograms in Family Assessment
Intermediate

Genograms in Family Assessment

A 10-hour intermediate-level course teaching the use of genograms as assessment, treatment planning, and therapeutic tools. Learners develop skills to map multi-generational family patterns—including addiction, trauma, and relational dynamics—and apply this understanding to inform more accurate and comprehensive treatment approaches. This course emphasizes Canadian clinical contexts, cultural safety, and recovery-informed practice.

Lifetime accessCertificate of completion19 lessonsMobile & desktop
Family TherapyTrauma-Informed CareCultural CompetencyFamiliesAssessment & Screening
Genograms in Family Assessment
$100CAD
10 CEU hrs

What you'll learn

Understand the theoretical foundations of genograms and family systems theory
Create comprehensive genograms using standardized symbols and notation
Identify and interpret multi-generational patterns including trauma, addiction, and mental health
Assess relational dynamics and family systems within a Canadian context
Apply genograms as assessment and treatment planning tools in clinical practice

Professional Recognition

CACCF - Canadian Addiction Counsellors Certification Federation - Approved CEU Provider

Approved for 10 Continuing Education Hours from The CACCF

Eligible for professional development credit with:

CRPOCollege of Registered Psychotherapists of OntarioBCACCBC Association of Clinical CounsellorsOCSWSSWOntario College of Social Workers and Social Service WorkersBCCSWBC College of Social WorkersACSWAlberta College of Social WorkersCNOCollege of Nurses of OntarioBCCNMBC College of Nurses and MidwivesCRNACollege of Registered Nurses of AlbertaIC&RCInternational Certification & Reciprocity Consortium
Disclaimer
These bodies use self-directed professional development models and do not pre-approve CE providers or courses. Registrants are responsible for determining whether activities align with their individual learning goals. Certificate of completion provided for your professional development records.
Incorporate cultural sensitivity and Indigenous-centered approaches in genogram work
Use genograms therapeutically within counseling and treatment sessions
Maintain ethical standards and proper documentation in genogram practice

Requirements

  • Basic knowledge of family therapy or counseling concepts
  • Working or intended to work in recovery, mental health, counseling, or social work fields
  • Commitment to culturally responsive and trauma-informed practice

Who this course is for

  • Counselors and psychotherapists
  • Social workers
  • Addiction/recovery specialists
  • Mental health professionals
  • Family therapists
  • Clinical supervisors
  • Canadian helping professionals seeking to enhance assessment skills

Course Content

5 sections • 19 lessons • 10 hours total length

About this course

A 10-hour intermediate-level course teaching the use of genograms as assessment, treatment planning, and therapeutic tools. Learners develop skills to map multi-generational family patterns—including addiction, trauma, and relational dynamics—and apply this understanding to inform more accurate and comprehensive treatment approaches. This course emphasizes Canadian clinical contexts, cultural safety, and recovery-informed practice.