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Drug and Alcohol Education/Child Abuse Identification and School Violence Prevention/D.A.S.A.: The Social Responsibilities of Teachers

An introduction to the role and responsibilities of teachers, school administrators, and pupil personnel staff in the coordinated school health programs. Course content covers mandated health subjects, e.g., recognition and prevention of substance abuse, HIV/AIDS, child abduction; child abuse recognition (2 hours), safety education, including fire and arson prevention, and violence prevention (2 hours). Meets NYS Education Department certification requirements for instruction in school violence prevention, identification and reporting of child abuse. Fulfills training required for certification/licensure under the Dignity for All Students Act (DASA).

Course #
TCHL-UE 1999
Credits
1
Department
Teaching and Learning