SW 6051 - Child Welfare I

Institution:

University of Cincinnati-Main Campus

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Description:

This course is the first of a two-course series that provides the knowledge, concepts and fundamental skills needed for beginning level practice in public and private child welfare.The course focuses on interventions to protect children from abuse, neglect and sexual abuse by strengthening, supporting and empowering families. The course is organized around four themes: 1) Content is provided on the mission and scope of child welfare practice, articulating the underlying philosophy and values, and addressing cultural and relationship issues when working with families. 2) The course provides conceptual and practical information on identifying child maltreatment, assessing family needs and strengths, and determining both immediate and long term risk of future maltreatment. 3) Information is presented on case planning and applying a casework model when working with families. 4) Content is presented on interviewing skills in a child welfare setting, especially as these skills relate to family assessment and case planning. Social Work ethics and diversity will be explored as they apply to child welfare practice. This course is open to graduate students and seniors in Social Work.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.uc.edu

Phone Number:

(513) 556-6000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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