CHD 145 - Child Abuse and Neglect

    Recent Professors
    Dana J. Rethwisch
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026
    Class Size
    5–18 students
    Credits
    3
    Fall 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    This course provides an overview of child abuse and neglect, from both historical and contemporary perspectives. Topics include physical and emotional abuse and neglect, sexual abuse, reporting and investigation, case management and the legal response, treatment for victims and abusers, and prevention of future child abuse and neglect. This course would be an asset for clinicians, teachers, case workers and individuals that work with children. Students will examine related news topics and an in-depth case study as part of course requirements.
    Usually Held
    Tue 5:30pm–8:20pm