CHILD WELFARE PRACTICE IN FOSTER AND KINSHIP CARE, PERMANENCY, AND ADOPTION

SOCWORK 646

Examination of physical, emotional and sexual abuse of children, child neglect, and exploitation.

SOCWORK 921

Implications of knowledge from the social and behavioral sciences and public welfare policy on child welfare problems and services.

SOCWORK 579

Intensive study of selected topics in the field of social work.

SOCWORK 920

Considers legislation, policies, and institutional structures that affect children, youth, and families across multiple service systems.

SOCWORK 462

History and current policies, statutes, and best practices that shape child welfare practice locally, nationally, and internationally. Gain knowledge and awareness to prevent and protect children from neglect, physical abuse, sexual abuse, and emotional abuse by strengthening, supporting and empowering their families. Explore various settings where children and families often receive social work services to engage in critical review on the purpose and organization of the setting, the role of social work, and evidence-based practices when working with children and families.