HSCI 334Forensic Pediatrics

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HSCI 334 - Forensics Pediatrics Description: This course explores the intricacies of forensic pediatrics where children and adolescents are victims and/or offenders of violence. Topics include: the effects of violence on youth, interviewing and assessing children/adolescents, evidence, expert witness testimony, compassion fatigue and vicarious victimization, children of incarcerated parents, child abuse, shaken baby syndrome, Munchausen Syndrome by Proxy, sexual assault and exploitation, the juvenile justice system, delinquency, child delinquents, female delinquents, animal cruelty, arson, gangs, bullying, and child death investigation. Pre-requisites: None Credits: 2 Format: Online asynchronous Grade Mode: Nursing Standard Letter Offered: Fall Restrictions: Sophomore level standing or greater . Note: Open to Forensic Health Minor ONLY