This course addresses the attitudes and values required to work effectively with vulnerable families and the skills needed to support these families. Students will examine parenting styles and their impact on disciplinary practices. Students will learn the difference between effective guidance versus discipline and punishment, and their role in modeling appropriate guidance strategies. This course examines the various forms of abuse as well as signs and indicators. Students will discuss the practitioner’s responsibility and the importance of assessing resources to ensure children are safe from abuse and neglect.

Other Prerequisites: Schedule B Type CRC: works with children and vulnerable adults

Lecture Hours: 45