Family Life Education (Advanced)
CQF-L 7 | This Course is Offered Virtually
Mon, Tue & Thurs TT$2,000 | USD$300 (ADVANCED)
Course Description
Family Life Education – Advanced is an upper-level professional development course designed to deepen the knowledge and ministry competence of church leaders working with families in complex and evolving Caribbean contexts. Building on foundational principles, the course explores legal frameworks, public policy, human rights considerations, and socio-religious diversity impacting family life.
Ideal for Family Life Directors and experienced church leaders, the programme equips participants with advanced skills in relationship support, ethical decision-making, and strategic ministry coordination. Through reflective practice, case study analysis, and applied projects, participants will expand their Family Life Ministry Toolkit and develop a Stakeholder Resource Map to support effective collaboration and intervention within their communities.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Analyse legal and policy frameworks affecting families in the Caribbean
- Apply culturally competent strategies within diverse socio-religious contexts
- Design advanced interventions to support relationships and family well-being
- Navigate ethical considerations and referral boundaries in pastoral care
- Demonstrate leadership in coordinating family life ministry programmes
Content
Outline of the course structure:
- Legal and Human rights Contexts, Public Policy and the Evolving Family
- The Family in diverse Socio-Religious Contexts
- Supporting Relationships: Parent-Child, Marital, Siblings, Extended Family
- Caribbean Case Studies
Why take this Course?
- Develop advanced skills to address complex family and social challenges
- Gain practical knowledge of legal, policy, and human rights frameworks
- Strengthen your ability to lead and coordinate family life ministry programmes
- Build strategic partnerships through stakeholder mapping and community engagement
About Instructor
Pastor A. Williams
(Family Life Ministry Specialist / Pastoral Educator)
This course is delivered by instructors with expertise in pastoral care, family systems, and community engagement. With a strong foundation in biblical teaching and applied ministry, the instructors bring practical insights into addressing real-life family challenges. Their approach emphasises culturally responsive strategies, reflective practice, and equipping leaders with tools for effective ministry.
Contact PDI
Tel: 1-868-662-2241 , 1-868-612-4872 Ext 1051
WhatsApp: 1-868-662-1197
E-mail: pdi@usc.edu.tt