CWEL Child Welfare Law and Regulations

Question 1

Which federal law established the framework for child welfare services and required states to make 'reasonable efforts' to prevent removal of children from their homes?

Accepted Answer

Adoption Assistance and Child Welfare Act of 1980

Answer

The Adoption Assistance and Child Welfare Act of 1980 (P.L. 96-272) established the 'reasonable efforts' requirement and the framework for child welfare services.

Question 2

Under CAPTA, states are required to have mandatory reporting laws. Which professional is typically NOT listed as a mandated reporter in most states?

Accepted Answer

Neighbors and general public

Answer

Neighbors and the general public are generally not designated as mandated reporters, though they may report voluntarily; mandated reporters are typically licensed professionals working with children.

Question 3

The Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA) of 1978 was enacted primarily to address what issue?

Accepted Answer

The disproportionate removal of Native American children from their families and tribes

Answer

ICWA was enacted to protect the rights of Native American tribes and families after widespread removal of Native children from their homes and placement with non-Native families.

Question 4

Which law created the Adoption and Safe Families Act (ASFA) requirement to file for termination of parental rights when a child has been in foster care for how many of the past 22 months?

Accepted Answer

15 months

Answer

ASFA requires states to file for termination of parental rights when a child has been in foster care for 15 of the most recent 22 months, with limited exceptions.

Question 5

The Family First Prevention Services Act (FFPSA) of 2018 primarily changed what aspect of the child welfare system?

Accepted Answer

Federal funding eligibility to include prevention and kinship support services

Answer

FFPSA expanded federal Title IV-E funding eligibility to cover evidence-based prevention services and support for kinship caregivers, shifting focus upstream to prevent foster care entry.

CWEL - Child Welfare Licence Practice Test

CWEL - Child Welfare Licence Practice Test

CWEL Child Welfare Law and Regulations