SWK 304 - Child Abuse, Maltreatment & Neglect in Childhood and Adolescence

Institution:

Cedar Crest College

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Description:

Child abuse, maltreatment and neglect is a pervasive social problem that affects families and communities. This course will examine the history of child maltreatment, policy, practice and prevention issues. Specific content on child physical abuse, sexual abuse, child neglect, psychological maltreatment and other related forms of child abuse will be explored. The role of child welfare, the legal system and cultural and international abuse issues will be addressed in this course.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.cedarcrest.edu

Phone Number:

(610) 606-4666

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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