The need for a defined and systematic curriculum in psychoeducation is considered. Areas of importance in a psychoeducational curriculum are proposed: (a) preparatory coursework in the foundations, principles, and concepts of psychoeducation and program development; and (b) practicum training in psychoeducation and program development.
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