SWK 323 - Child Welfare:Writing for the Courts

Institution:

Anna Maria College

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Description:

Provides students with knowledge of the Court system in Massachusetts. Develops student skills in writing reports that will be used by judges in Probate and Family Court and the Juvenile Court to assist them in their decision-making on matters before the Courts. Areas to be explored include Massachusetts General Laws, confidentiality, rights of children and parents, burden of proof, best interest of the child, and authority of the investigator. Students will examine writings for case file documentation, Guardian Ad Litem reporting, and Care and Protection investigation reporting

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.annamaria.edu

Phone Number:

(508) 849-3300

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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