Child Advocacy Studies (CAST), Minor
Northeastern’s Child Advocacy Studies (CAST) Minor Program has been created to provide students with knowledge and skills to deliver high-quality services to children, youth and families. The program’s goal is to prepare students to work effectively within various systems and institutions that respond to children’s concerns.
The CAST program includes a focus on immigrants and displaced children, and teaches resiliency-building strategies for working with vulnerable youth. The CAST faculty and staff celebrate collaborative relationships with community-based providers that directly serve and advocate for children and youth.
Why Study Child Advocacy Studies at NEIU
This interdisciplinary minor program is only one of two CAST programs in Illinois, setting graduates apart in a competitive job market. The focus on the experiences of children, youth and families, particularly related to traumatic experiences and resiliency, gives students a broad understanding to work with children in multiple contexts.
The CAST minor requires a total of 18 credit hours in three 300-level courses, one field/practice seminar and two qualifying electives.
What You'll Learn
Take a closer look at the minor in Child Advocacy Studies and the courses offered in the program.
Connect with CAST
If you have questions or if you'd like more information about the CAST minor, please reach out!
Catherine Korda, LCSW
CAST Coordinator and Senior Instructor
c-korda@neiu.edu
(773) 442-5453