This micro-video examines the need for an alternative approach to the investigative track for assessing reported concerns of child abuse and maltreatment. Learners explore some of the reported concerns that can be tracked to Collaborative Assessment, Response, Engagement and Support (CARES/FAR) when the child is not in immediate or impending danger. Learners also explore how children are assessed as safe when a referral is assigned to CARES/FAR.
Who Should Attend?
All staff working in Child Welfare.
Course Benefits
Learners will:
- Understand the basic elements of CARES/FAR.
- Understand how a CARES/FAR case looks/feels different for families.
Course Prerequisites
There are no prerequisites for this course.
Course Components
Once enrolled in the course, learners will complete:
- A six-minute micro-video.
Completion of all components is necessary to receive a Certificate of Completion.
Continuing Education Units
There are no CEUs associated with this course.
Registration
Register for this course by logging in to Cornerstone, browse for the course name and complete all information. For more information about the ACS Workforce Institute, please contact the Help Desk at WIhelpdesk@acs.nyc.gov or call (212) 748-1898.