The Council of Higher Education (YÖK) sent a letter to universities within the scope of the protocol made with the Ministry of Family and Social Services.
While it is desired to increase education and awareness activities in line with the "Decade of Family and Population" in universities, adding a compulsory or elective course with the theme of "Life Skills for Young People" to the curriculum has been brought to the agenda.
YÖK sent a new letter to universities within the scope of the cooperation protocol signed with the Ministry of Family and Social Services.
In the article, it was requested to organize various training programs and activities in order to improve the knowledge and skills of university students regarding their personal, social and family lives.
Among the activities planned within the scope of the "Decade of Family and Population" were the addition of a new course to university curricula, the dissemination of pre-marriage education and the organization of seminars on family life.
A NEW COURSE IN THE UNIVERSITY CURRICULUM IS ON THE AGENDA
In the letter sent by YÖK to universities, it was suggested to create a new course within the framework of the theme "Life Skills for Young People".
It was stated that the course could be added to university curricula as compulsory or elective.
The course aims to develop students' knowledge and skills in communication, problem solving, decision making, time management, coping with stress and financial planning.
A calendar has not yet been announced regarding which universities and when the new course will be implemented.
PRE-MARRIAGE EDUCATION WILL BE PROVIDED TO STUDENTS
Among the activities planned to be carried out at universities, there are also trainings for students preparing for marriage and university staff.
In this context, it is planned to organize various training and information activities within the framework of the "Pre-Marriage Education Program" prepared by the Ministry of Family and Social Services.
The program aims to inform individuals who are preparing for marriage on issues related to family life.
TRAINING PROGRAM OF 28 MODULES IN 5 FIELDS
In the letter of YÖK, it was also requested to expand the activities within the scope of "Family Education Program" in universities.
Within the scope of the program, it is planned to organize trainings consisting of a total of 28 modules in five different fields: education-communication, health, law, media and economics.
It is envisaged that seminars, information meetings and awareness activities will be held at universities on these topics.
9-12 WEEKS TRAINING FOR MOTHERS AND FATHERS
It was stated that the "Modular Family Education Program" could also be implemented within the scope of the studies.
According to the program, training can be organized for mothers and fathers in groups of maximum 30 people.
The trainings, which are planned to be carried out in a closed group manner, are expected to last 9 to 12 weeks.
CALL FROM YÖK TO UNIVERSITIES TO COOPERATE WITH THE MINISTRY
In the statement of YÖK, it was also stated that it is aimed to inform university students about the services and supports offered by the Ministry of Family and Social Services.
The statement included the following statements:
“Promotion and awareness activities will also be carried out at universities so that university students are informed about the services, programs and support mechanisms offered by the Ministry of Family and Social Services.”
Universities were asked to carry out activities that will improve students' knowledge and skills regarding their personal, social and family lives, in cooperation with the Ministry.
