BHS301 - Legislation, Policy and Practice

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Subject Title
Legislation, Policy and Practice

Subject Description
The purpose of this course is to familiarize students with the social service system in Ontario. Students will learn how the social service system is structured, particularly for services that focus on behavioural intervention. Students will learn what services are available to individuals across the lifespan, and about how individuals transition from child to adult services.  Issues of accessibility to services and public policy will be discussed. Students will be encouraged to think critically about the current model of social services in Ontario, and to generate ideas for restructuring, expansion, or re-organization. Students should leave with an understanding of how case management works for clients in Ontario.

Credit Status
one credit

Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this subject the student will be able to:

1. Summarize the services available within Ontario's social service system.
2. Explain how social services have been shaped by historical and social forces.
3. Discuss how clients enter the social service system and access resources within it.
4. Critique the current social service system and formulate suggestions for restructuring or expanding upon it.
5. Explain how clients transition into adult services.
6. Discuss how public policy and legislation supports the current model of services.
7. Explain key legislation and how it relates to social services available in Ontario.
8. Outline how corrections and child protective services serve and support clients within the Ontario service system.
9. Discuss how professionals collaborate across disciplines in the Ontario service system.
10. Appraise the need for case management for clients in Ontario's social service system.

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Accommodation for Students with Disabilities
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Camera Use and Recordings - Synchronous (Live) Classes
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