SOC 343 - Child Abuse

Description:
An analysis of the causes, consequences of and prospects for dealing with the phenomena of child abuse and neglect in American society.

Credits: (5)

Learner Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

Identify important historic developments in the’ definition and treatment of child abuse in the United States
Recognize symptoms of various kinds of child abuse
Demonstrate knowledge of social factors facilitating or hindering the reporting of child abuse
Demonstrate knowledge of the legal and social service framework for reporting and intervention in cases of child abuse

Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
12/5/2008

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