Child Advocacy Studies

What you'll learn

Advance your skills to tackle the critical challenges of child protection with this Child Advocacy Studies microcredential, based on the nationally recognized Zero Abuse Project's CAST curriculum. This program equips individuals in front-line professions and those who interact regularly with children through their adult work-such as education, healthcare, social services, and law enforcement-with essential skills to recognize, respond to, and prevent child maltreatment. You will gain practical knowledge and essential skills needed to ensure the safety and well-being of children, while also learning about child protection laws, policies, and ethics, empowering you to make informed decisions and positive change. Successful completion of this microcredential adds specialized skills for current professionals working in education, healthcare, social services, law enforcement. It can also be a value-add for those looking to begin careers in these fields to help your resume stand apart from that of other applicants.

An online microcredential from SUNY Oswego (45 instruction hours). Registration is completed with SUNY Oswego.

Who can enroll

Ages 18 and up.

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What you can earn

Skills covered

Career outlook

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Public safety agencies hire certified candidates throughout New York.