SOCW 426 - Child Welfare

This course provides an overview of child welfare services from historical, theoretical, and practice perspectives, emphasizing social, racial, and economic justice. Students will examine types of child maltreatment, risk factors, and culturally responsive, strengths-based, and evidence-informed interventions. The child welfare system, including federal and North Carolina policies, court involvement, and foster care and adoption processes will be explored. Students will apply ethical, anti-oppressive, and policy-informed practice to promote the safety, well-being, and rights of children, families, and caregivers

Credits: 3