Introductory — Families First
An introduction to the Schultz Human Flourishing Model™ and the eight elements that shape family life. Practical, friendly, and designed for parents at any education level.
Course overview
The Families First course is a warm, practical introduction to the Schultz Human Flourishing Model™ for parents and carers. It walks you through the eight elements that shape how young people grow and develop in everyday family life.
You do not need any prior knowledge or academic background. The course is designed to be accessible, encouraging and useful from the very first module.
Who this course is for
- Parents and carers new to the Schultz Human Flourishing Model™
- Families looking for practical, strengths-based ways to support their young person
- Parents at any education level — no prior knowledge required
What you will learn
- The eight elements of the Schultz Human Flourishing Model™ and how they connect
- How to identify strengths and pressures in your family using the Model
- Practical strategies to strengthen the conditions around your young person
- How to use the Model as a shared language in your family
A sample learning activity
One early activity asks you to notice the strengths already present in your family, identify pressures that may be affecting family life, and consider how the eight elements of the Schultz Human Flourishing Model™ help you understand what you observe.
What is included
- Six sequential printed modules with practical activities and written assignments
- Quick 8-Area Map worksheet
- Practical activities and a written assignment in each module, with personal written feedback
- Submission by post or email; feedback returned by mail
- Standard email support
Your course materials are provided as a printed learning pack, with practical activities, space for written reflections, diagrams of the Schultz Human Flourishing Model™ and worksheets to complete by hand.
Course materials are supplied in printed form only to enrolled participants. Digital copies are not available for download.
Confidentiality and personal reflection
Course activities and assignments may invite participants to reflect on personal experiences within their family. Written work is reviewed for the purposes of course feedback and assessment. Feedback relates to the course objectives, the participant’s understanding of the Schultz Human Flourishing Model™ and the application of the course learning. Participants should avoid including unnecessary identifying information about children or other family members.
The course is designed for learning through reading, handwritten activities, family observation, written reflection and practical application. Each course develops progressively through its printed modules and correspondence feedback.
Time and commitment
Approximately 2–3 hours per week over 12–16 weeks across 6 modules.
Fee and payment options
$249 AUD (full payment).
Families First is the starting point in the family correspondence course pathway. Participants who complete the introductory course may then consider Intermediate — Deepening the Flourishing Family, which develops more sustained application of the Model in daily family life.
What happens after you enquire?
Educational purpose and scope
These correspondence courses are provided for educational and professional development purposes only. They do not constitute counselling, therapy, psychological advice, medical advice, or professional family intervention services and are not a substitute for advice from qualified professionals.
Ready to enquire about this course?
Send an enrolment enquiry to receive course information, payment details and the next steps for receiving your printed materials.
Not sure which course is right for you? Contact Dr Carol Schultz at [email protected].
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