Children, Youth and the Law

Undergraduate

Introduction to the ways in which children and youth are regulated through the law in Canada. Exploration of various statutes and provisions relating to education, sexuality, family violence, mental health, and the youth justice system. Course Format: Lectures, seminar, 3 hours per week. Restrictions: Open to CHYS (single or combined), CHYS BA (Honours)/BEd (Primary/Junior) majors and minors, and FPAC until date specified in Registration guide. After that date open to CHYS (single or combined), CHYS BA (Honours)/BEd (Primary/Junior) majors, FPAC, GHUM, SOSC students and CHYS minors until date specified in Registration guide. Students must have a minimum of 7.0 overall credits. Prerequisite(s): CHYS 2P38 or SOCI 2P38 Course Notes: This course may be offered in multiple modes of delivery. The method of delivery will be listed on the academic timetable, in the applicable term.