ChildLaw Graduate Extern

Catalog description

Students seeking credit for successful completion of an experiential learning opportunity (externship) may register for up to 3 credits. Students are responsible for securing an externship placement that focuses on issues impacting children and families. Prior to accepting the placement, a student must receive prior approval from the Academic Director of Child and Family Law Programs. Students must commit to work 60 hours per credit at the approved internship site. At the end of the externship, students must submit a short paper describing the nature of the work performed and how the externship experience advanced their understanding of child and family law.