SOWK 3345 - Child Abuse and Neglect

Institution:

The University of Texas of the Permian Basin

Subject:

Description:

The overall objective of this course is help students develop an understanding of the various forms of child abuse, identify the underlying causes of this multifaceted problem, and to appropriately identify the types of services that will benefit maltreated children and their families. The nature and impact of child maltreatment, the ways in which society prevents or responds to it, and the system of response to child maltreatment are addressed. The course will also cover the importance of promoting social and economic justice for children and ways to empower children and their parents through the helping process.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.utpb.edu

Phone Number:

(432) 552-2020

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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