Course Offerings

Workforce Education

Perspectives on Child Maltreatment and Advocacy

This course covers the critical examination of child maltreatment and advocacy. Emphasis is placed on the history, comparative perspectives, legal framework, responses to child maltreatment, pertinent issues in maltreatment and advocacy. Upon completion, students should be able to apply the knowledge and skills necessary for recognition and advocacy on behalf of child victims.

Course Objectives

Analyze Child Development, Trauma, and Child Maltreatment Typologies


Evaluate Historical, Cultural, and Ethical Dimensions of Child Maltreatment

Develop and Assess Prevention and Intervention Strategies within Child Maltreatment

Apply Critical Thinking and Foster Collaboration in Professional Practice related to child maltreatment and advocacy

Examine Challenges in Child Maltreatment Fields


Outline of Instruction

Child Welfare History

Socioecological Model

Child Development & Trauma

PACE's

Child Maltreatment Typologies

Risk, Recognition, Prevention

Impact & Understanding of Child Maltreatment

Mandated Reporting


Contact Hours

48

CEUs

No

Industry Standard, State or National Certification

Certification

Zero Abuse Project

Website

https://zeroabuseproject.org/

Certification Learning Outcomes/Requirements

Recognize variables leading to child maltreatment


Identify existing systems that react to child maltreatment

Develop a multidisciplinary approach to respond effectively to cases of child abuse & neglect in its varying forms


CE or CU Articulation

No

Prerequisites

None

Learning Supplies Needed

None

Clinical Site/Special Facilities

None

Requirements for Successful Completion

attendance• Requirements for successful completion of the course
o Students are expected to earn a minimum final course grade of 70% or higher to successfully finish the course.
• Attendance
o This is a fully online course. Students are expected to complete all course modules.
• Participation
o Students are expected to participate and complete all course activities.

Accreditation/Special Approval Requirements

N/A

Intended Audience

This course is appropriate for adult learners who have professional contact with children and individuals with an interest in protecting children in the community. This includes clergy, teachers, youth services workers, family and child therapists, family court personnel, doctors, lawyers, and emergency medical and fire personnel.

Specific Industry or Business Support Needs

This course would be of interest to anyone who works with children: education, clergy, law enforcement, emergency management services, child protective services, youth services (YMCA, Boys and Girls Clubs), scout leaders, therapists, etc.

Wake County Need for Industry Positions

The Positive Childhood Alliance of North Carolina reported that in fiscal year 2022-2023, 116,566 children were involved in investigations related to possible abuse and neglect in North Carolina. While this program does not lead to a specific job position, completion would benefit industries that engage with children and families by identifying and mitigating risk factors for child abuse and neglect. Early identification may yield fewer child fatalities due to abuse.

Industry or Job Titles Related to Training Outcomes for Employment

Related Courses

Course Contact Information

Samantha Bray
919-532-5844
[email protected]

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Requisites: None

To view information on this course and additional non-degree course offerings, visit the Workforce Continuing Education Catalog