Families, Services and Legislation to Support Children’s Well-BeingLaajuus (5 cr)

Objective

• you understand the importance of legislation in supporting children with families and child protection
• you are familiar with different types of families and are able to identify different family situations
• you know how to guide families with children to services
• you are able to work with children and families in various situations and teams

Content

• different families and family situations
• the basic services, the Social Welfare Act, the Child Welfare Act and the support work of organisations for children and families
• identifying and addressing child abuse and necessary actions
• a systemic approach to work in social services and multi-professional work

Qualifications

Students can start optional customer group-specific studies when they have completed at least 60 credits.