General Information

• Name: Child Abuse & Neglect
• Discipline: Early Childhood Education (ECE)
• Units (Credits): 1
• Schedule History: See when this course was offered over the last three years.
• Transfer Information: Courses with numbers 100 to 299: This course is designed to apply toward a WNC degree and/or transfer to other schools within the Nevada System of Higher Education, depending on the degree chosen and other courses completed. It may transfer to colleges and universities outside Nevada. For information about how this course can transfer and apply to your program of study, please contact a counselor.
• Academic Division: Social Science, Education, Humanities & Public Service
• Prerequisites: None

Course Outline

I: Catalog Course Description

Provides the opportunity for students to learn the legal definition, symptoms, causes, and reporting procedures of child abuse and neglect. The class will include discussion of the roles and responsibilities of community agencies such as law enforcement, social services, child care personnel, medical and psychosocial professionals.

II: Course Objectives

Upon completion of the course, the student should be able to:

• Define child abuse and neglect.
• Recognize and identify the causes and symptoms of child abuse and neglect.
• State the procedures for reporting child abuse and neglect.
• Discuss child abuse and neglect treatment options and prevention programs.

III: Course Linkage

Linkage of course to educational program mission and at least one educational program outcome.

This course is designed to allow students to meet the program outcome of knowing the subject matter appropriate to Early Childhood Education. Students will also:

• Develop strategies for maintaining a safe and healthy child care environment.
• Be aware of community child and family service agencies in the community.
• Develop an appreciation for the importance of advocating for child and family related issues at the community and legislative level.
• Understand the benefits of participation in early childhood professional organizations.

Linkage to General Education Mission and Outcomes
Students who complete this course are expected to demonstrate they:

Communication
• Have college-level skills in reading, writing and oral communication appropriate to their degree and/or emphasis.

Analysis
• Have effective and efficient learning skills, including the location and evaluation of information.
• Have problem solving, critical and creative thinking skills.

Community Commitment
• Understand the importance of cultural traditions, diversity, and ethics in the modern world.
• Understand and apply social science principles, including an appreciation of participation in civic affairs.