SWK 350 - Child Abuse,Family Preservation,and Permanency Planning

Institution:

Anna Maria College

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Description:

Provides the student with an introduction to child maltreatment; includes a historical perspective, the various types of child abuse and neglect, and contributing factors. In addition, this elective course will include a discussion of the child welfare system, child welfare legislation, child abuse and neglect reporting laws and procedures. Students will examine the current Department of Social Services system and will learn about the process by which children come into the care of the state. The legal and emotional implications of foster care placement, termination of parental rights, and the adoption of older children will be a focus. Open to all students.

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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