Childhood Development through the Lens of Adoption

Understanding childhood development is important for professionals that provide support to parents who have already adopted and/or are hoping to adopt. While there is a typical pattern of childhood development, adopted children may not follow this pattern, especially if they have special health care needs. This session will help agency personnel and other adoption professionals understand some of these unique developmental challenges. We will use case-based scenarios to highlight the importance of caring for children through an adoption lens when navigating adoptees’ medical and social needs.

Presenter: Elaine Schulte, MD, MPH, PCC, BCC

Course length: 60 minutes

After attending this presentation, professionals will be able to:
• Differentiate between typical and atypical development and behavior as it pertains to adopted children.
• Describe developmental considerations in medical conditions that are common in adopted children.
• Examine the impact of adoption as it relates to development in adopted children with medical conditions.

Course level: Intermediate, Advanced
Certificate type: This course offers a Social Work CE certificate
Credit Type: General CE

Cost to register: $15
If you are a NCFA member, look for your discount code in the membership portal.