Animals in the lives of Children and Youth

Undergraduate

Multidisciplinary consideration of the role of companion animals in the social and emotional lives of children and youth. Topics may include animal/child abuse, disability and therapy, empathy and self-esteem, coping and resilience, and sociocultural perspectives. Course Format: Seminar, 3 hours per week. Restrictions: Open to CHYS (single or combined) and CHYS BA (Honours)/BEd (Primary/Junior) majors with approval to year 4 (Honours). 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.