HSRV 135 - Introduction to Public Child Welfare

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    Credits
    3
    Prerequisite
    Completion of HSRV-120 with a minimum grade of C.
    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    This course provides an overview of child welfare services. The course reviews the history, mission, and scope of child welfare services (i.e., prevention, investigation, court process, out of home care, emancipation, and adoption services) and practices. This will include identifying child maltreatment, assessing family needs and strengths and risk. Best-practice interventions for children, youth, and families including assessment, case planning, and case management and prevention services will be explored.