HPRO 556 - High-Risk Infants and Children:Policy and Programs

Institution:

University of Southern California

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Description:

Examines development of at-risk infants and children, and evaluates interventions that may modify cognitive and social outcomes. Takes into account medical risk factors, such as preterm birth, prenatal substance exposure, and respiratory distress; as well as social factors, such as gender and socioeconomic status. Critically analyzes the efficacy of earlyintervention strategies, such as UNICEF's Baby Friendly Hospital Initiative, child-survival strategies, and the Initiative for the Girl Child; as well as U.S.-based programs such as Head Start. Examines legal, regulatory, and ethical issues. Prerequisite: Physiology or consent of instructor.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.usc.edu/

Phone Number:

(213) 740-2311

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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