Open course enrollment

by Kathleen McCoy  |   

Intro to Childrens Residential Services is not just for people who work in treatment centers. This class introduces students to factors that influence success in working with children with behavioral health diagnoses.  Topics introduced will include:

  • Typical and atypical child development
  • Effects of trauma
  • Attachment disorders
  • Brain injuries and medication on treatment outcomes
  • Strategies for supporting relationships with families
  • Transition issues
  • Work place safety
  • Ethics
  • Legal responsibilities

Department approval is required for enrollment.  Contact Kelly Donnelly at 264.6252 or ankad@uaa.alaska.edu for more information.
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