Child Welfare in the Law

Overview

Subject area

SSW

Catalog Number

79194

Course Title

Child Welfare in the Law

Department(s)

Description

This introductory course is designed to provide students with a basic understanding of the legal authority for child welfare programs, juvenile and family courts, testifying in court, important court decisions in child welfare, and review of the New York State Children's Code as they relate to child welfare practice.

Typically Offered

Fall, Spring

Academic Career

Graduate

Liberal Arts

No

Credits

Minimum Units

3

Maximum Units

3

Academic Progress Units

3

Repeat For Credit

No

Components

Name

Lecture

Hours

3

Requisites

017096

Course Schedule