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Jun 16, 2024
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JS 664 - Child Abuse and Neglect Institute: the Role of the Judge (2 units)
Judicial philosophy and skills necessary for handling child abuse and neglect cases; comprehensive approach to improving court practice; judicial decision making under the Adoption and Safe Families Act.
Grading Basis: S/U only
Units of Lecture: 2
Offered: Every Fall
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. articulate how the Adoption & Safe Families Act (ASFA) and post-ASFA federal legislation has shaped the current responsibilities of judges in child abuse and neglect cases.
2. define reasonable efforts and discuss the court’s responsibility concerning reasonable efforts.
3. identify the benefits of having children of all ages attend court hearings related to their dependency cases and the special responsibilities judges have concerning older youth.
4. apply the Judicial Canons of Ethics to specific activities and communications, including social media, in order to determine whether they would constitute a violation.
5. articulate the history, main requirements, and importance of the Indian Child Welfare Act and explain what judges in child abuse and neglect cases must do in order to comply with the Act.
6. describe the impact of stress, neglect, and trauma on child neurodevelopment and attachment relationships and utilize strategies to identify children who need or could benefit from trauma-informed services.
7. explain how implicit bias can negatively influence court outcomes for children and families and identify ways to recognize and minimize bias in decision-making.
8. define and explain the importance of permanency for children, apply best practices in conducting permanency hearings, and identify resources and strategies to enhance permanency practice.
9. discuss the relationship between trauma and co-occurring disorders, primarily substance abuse, and articulate how to address substance abuse disorders in the family while implementing ASFA.
10. recognize the different types of physical trauma and bodily injury that can occur in cases of domestic violence and physical abuse.
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