Program Overview

Course Description

The focus of this course is an in-depth examination of ethics and law as they relate to child and youth care. Students will explore the benefits and disadvantages of established social policies from the perspectives of marginalized groups, and consider how the laws and ethics apply to practice. Students will also examine observation and documentation practices in child and youth care.

Course Details

Course Code

CYCD2005

Credits

3

Format and Length

Lecture: 45 hours

Delivery Method

In person

This course is delivered in a classroom setting with face-to-face instruction at regularly scheduled times.

Term and Schedule

• Winter
  • Duration: Jan. 5 - Apr. 22, 2026
  • Schedule:
    • Fri: 08:00 - 11:00 am
    • Thu: 12:30 - 03:30 pm
  • Class and Section:
    • 11094: A01
    • 11095: A02
    • 11096: A03
    • 11097: A04
  • Open Studies: No

Prerequisites

To take this course, you must be enrolled in Child and Youth Care.