International Admission: Bachelor (Degree), Master (Degree)
The Department of Youth and Child Welfare was established in 1986 to train undergraduate students to meet the demanding needs of a diversified and complex society.? The graduate program was established in 1996.
The mission of the department is to enhance the well being of individuals, families and other groups. Every course in the department provides professional knowledge based on ethical standards that reflect the values of Taiwanese culture. Graduate students are provided opportunities to work while studying so that they may combine practical experience with sound social theories.
Graduates from the department work towards obtaining a social service license and seek positions in a variety of social services such as: 1.) supervisor for in-home services; 2.) counselor for elderly service; 3.) administrator and counselor for social welfare administration; 4.) school social worker or student guidance counselor; 5.) teacher of courses in social sciences or civic instruction in vocational high schools; 6.) planner for community organization projects etc.
In addition to teaching and conducting research, faculty members are active in communities providing social service and consultation to a wide variety of agencies and government departments. However, despite their busy schedules, they are often available outside of class time to meet with students. Thus, warm bonds often develop between faculty members and students.
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