HSM 306 Legal Issues in Human Services

This course provides an overview of the legal principles and issues pertinent to the field of human services. Students explore how state and federal laws impact clients, the delivery of programs, and the role of service providers. Students discuss laws regarding crime and delinquency, family crises, child abuse and neglect, mental health, domestic violence, chemical dependency, and special education. This course also examines issues of labor and contract law, as well as professional liability. Pre-requisite(s): HSM 101 and HSM 102; or permission of Program Chair or designate. Co-requisite(s): None. 5 quarter hours