Child Abuse and Neglect

Catalog description

This course provides an overview of child abuse and neglect from historical and contemporary perspectives. The course covers causes, consequences, and contextual factors associated with child maltreatment. Interventions for children, families, caregivers and the community are covered. Topics include physical and emotional abuse and neglect, sexual abuse, reporting and investigation, and prevention and treatment for victims and abusers. Prerequisite: PSY 212 ; junior standing. Offered Occasionally.