Child and Youth Care Intervention 2

In this course, students learn to understand challenging behaviours within the context of various theoretical and conceptual frameworks. Evidence-based and best practices are introduced and reviewed. Students examine how to assess, plan, and apply interventions consistent with client's developmental stages, presenting difficulties and environmental influences. Students become aware of commonly used medications and understand the role of medication in the treatment and management of psychiatric disorders. Through research, case studies, lectures and discussions, students understand how to specifically create, evaluate and modify treatment interventions to promote positive and pro-social behaviour in clients.