Introduction to Family

This course will provide the student with an introduction to working with children and their families from a Child and Youth Worker perspective focusing on daily living skills. Students will review the most recent literature from the CYW field and gain a deeper understanding of community-based family intervention and support programs for young people and their families. Students will examine the behavioural, developmental and psycho-social strengths and needs of children, youth and their families in relation to current family environments. Practical application of strategies and interventions appropriate to working with families will be introduced.