SOWK 611 - Children and Youth At-Risk

Institution:
Millersville University of Pennsylvania
Subject:
Social Work
Description:
This course is an in-depth study of the concepts, policies, practices and research in the field of child services, including school social work and child welfare. In addition, this course will provide a detailed exploration and understanding of a range of at-risk children and youth populations and their families. This comprehensive understanding will assist practitioners to effectively conduct an assessment and develop a treatment plan listing evidence-based intervention strategies and/or prevention programs that will effectively meet the complex needs of at-risk populations and their families. The challenges and ethical dilemmas confronting social work practitioners working with at-risk populations and their families will also be addressed.
Credits:
3.00
Credit Hours:
Prerequisites:
SOWK 521 or 601. Offered in summer.
Corequisites:
SOWK 521 or 601. Offered in summer.
Exclusions:
Level:
Instructional Type:
Lecture
Notes:
Additional Information:
Historical Version(s):
Institution Website:
Phone Number:
(717) 872-3024
Regional Accreditation:
Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools
Calendar System:
Four-one-four plan

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