Full course description
Course Introduction
In this course, Resource Parents will come to understand the difference between APPLA and Collaborative Care, as well as what these differences can mean for older youth in their care. Procedures and eligibility for the two are outlined, providing Resource Parents with an understanding of when and why a youth may determine these permanency options to be in their best interest. Services supporting youth's transition to adulthood and independence are described along with available resources.
Module Topics
This course covers the following topics:
- Unique Needs and Circumstances of Older Youth in Care
- Differentiation of APPLA and Collaborative Care
- Breakdown of Collaborative Care, Voluntary Independent Living Services, and Their Benefits
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Meet the Designers
The Indiana Child Welfare Education & Training Partnership is designed to provide high quality social work education and statewide training for public child welfare employees. It provides BSW students with preparation for employment as a Family Case Manager; it allows DCS employees to enroll in the School's part-time MSW Program; and it provides state-of-the-art training to current DCS employees. This partnership is recognized nationally for its success and for its joint collaborative operation. Due to these efforts, Indiana is now seen as a model for the provision of public services that support children and families.
Contact help4dcs@iu.edu for more information.