SOCW 340 - Children and Families in the Social Environment

Institution:

Marist College

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Description:

Three Credits LA This course examines the reciprocal relationship between the developing child from infancy through adolescence and his/her social environment. There will be an examination of the family and its critical role in child rearing as well as the support parents and caregivers require to undertake this task. Genetic and socioeconomic factors, child-rearing practices, and the influence of values and cultural and ethnic orientation will be explored. Preventive and intervention settings and resources will be reviewed along with a thorough examination of the policies and practices of the American child-welfare system. Prerequisite: SOCW 230 or SOC 101 or PSYC 101

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.Marist.edu

Phone Number:

(845) 575-3000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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