This course curriculum specifically addresses interrelationships in marriage and family life. The fundamental concepts that are discussed are also applicable in establishing good relationships with friends, teachers, and boy/girl friends. The course is organized around three key principles that have been identified as major factors affecting success in marriage and other personal and social relationships. These principles are expressed as needs--the need for commitment, the need for communication, and the need for caring--and it is assumed that success in fulfilling these needs is more likely to be achieved through instruction in specific skills, and through guided practice in applying these skills, rather than as a natural outgrowth of maturation. Practicing specific skill development is considered of primary importance in the utilization of course materials. Course goals include empowering students to develop sound life management techniques. Individual lessons are structured to provide students with practice in identifying problems, in recognizing potential problems, in communicating and listening effectively, in responsible decision making, and in recognizing and respecting individual difference. Major goals include the strengthening of self-esteem, self-confidence, and self-love in participants. (RJM)