SWM5160 - Child abuse, child protection and the child in society

Leader(s): Professor Chris Goddard

Offered

Caulfield Second semester 2009 (Day)
Caulfield Second semester 2009 (Off-campus)

Synopsis

Issues relating to social work practice in response to child abuse, especially the relationship between the child, the family, the community and the state.

Objectives

The specific learning objectives for this unit are for students to:

1. reflect upon the complex relationships between the child, the family, the community and the State;
2. develop an understanding of the complexities of child protection practice, and develop an understanding of the links between policy and practice in this field.

Assessment

Major assignment(7000 words): 80%
Minor assignment(2000 words): 20%