SOWK 321 - Child Welfare

Institution:

Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

Subject:

Social Work

Description:

Utilizes an ecological systems perspective to educate learners on child welfare and family services in the public and private sector. Emphasizes a community-based, family-focused and child-centered model for helping families at risk. Covers family preservation and availability of service and will further examine the interplay of policy and law as they affect practice and service delivery. Cultural competency and the historic values of the child welfare system are highlighted.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.commonwealthu.edu/

Phone Number:

(570) 389-4000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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