Child Welfare Case Management (CWCM) Certification Practice Exam

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• What is considered best practice regarding the frequency of contact with providers?
• What is a significant reason for terminating parental rights?
• Which factors influence a child's strengths and needs?
• If a Case Manager takes the child into custody and places them with the biological mother's sister, what funding may the relative be eligible for?
• What should be the primary goal when working with at-risk families in child welfare?
• What is the main difference between maltreatment and the risk of maltreatment?
• Resistance in a child welfare case may manifest as which of the following?
• In what situation would a parent NOT need to undergo a diligent search?
• Prior history of maltreatment, family dynamics, environmental factors, and caregiver characteristics are all basic factors of what?
• When is it necessary to reassess the child's safety and well-being?
• Which of the following are possible petitions filed in dependency court?
• Which of the following represents a category related to providing assistance and tools?
• What must be submitted 72 hours prior to a Disposition Hearing?
• At which hearings are parents advised that their parental rights might be terminated for non-compliance with the case plan?
• In the process of placing a child out of state, which step is essential according to ICPC?
• What is the timeframe for a Permanency Hearing to take place regarding a child's removal?
• In child welfare, who is referred to as a non-custodial parent?
• What is the role of the Guardian ad Litem (GAL) report in a case?
• Which statement best captures the significance of resources and services in Child Welfare?
• Which of the following best describes a nuclear family?
• What document is used to advise the court of the degree of progress being made?
• What factor is considered in the severity of maltreatment?
• What is the focus of the Quality Practice Standards (QPS) in child welfare?
• True or False: A diligent search would not be completed for an ICWA child.
• Which standard is associated with judicial review and requires substantial adherence to laws?
• What role can a Citizen's review panel play in some counties?
• How is "psych" relevant in the context of Child Welfare Case Management?
• Which category focuses primarily on emotional and interpersonal dynamics?
• Which area is NOT typically evaluated when assessing a child's functioning?
• Which document is essential for review during a Juridical Review Hearing?
• When assessing the physical environment of a home, which action is NOT recommended?
• What does the second judicial hearing primarily determine for a child?
• What is the primary purpose of a case plan in child welfare?
• What is one of the primary outcomes of understanding a Danger Statement in child welfare?
• What is the timeline for the arraignment hearing following the shelter hearing?
• What are the primary developmental domains relevant to child welfare?
• What is the purpose of a Disposition Hearing?
• What is included in the permanency goals for a child in the order of preference?
• What characterizes a spiral fracture?
• What trait is NOT associated with Emotional Protective Capacity?
• What is MOP an abbreviation for in child welfare practice?
• Which of the following is NOT an element of quality documentation?
• What is the maximum time frame for a Disposition Hearing to be held after an adjudicatory hearing?
• Which safety category involves strategies for managing outbursts and disruptive behaviors?
• When a child is removed from their home, what is the first choice for placement?
• Post placement supervision occurs for a minimum of how long after reunification?
• Which of the following is NOT a typical reason for initiating a case plan?
• Which of the following is an example of a biological factor influencing a child's strength and needs?
• What hearing takes place within 15 days of the Arraignment Hearing when parents consent or admit to the petition?
• What is the timeframe for an adjudicatory hearing after a parent denies at the arraignment?
• Under the Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA), what must be considered if a family is part of an Indian tribe?
• What does self-determination refer to in Child Welfare?
• What is the primary reason for creating a safety plan?
• Prior to removing a child from the home, what could a case manager offer the family?
• Which of the following terms refers to a crime that is often less serious and generally punishable by minor penalties?
• What type of support might be provided under resource support?
• Which need should be addressed first when preparing a safety plan?
• Which of the following categories does NOT belong in the five safety categories?
• In how many working days must an initial family assessment be completed after early services intervention staffing?
• During a judicial review, what does the case manager provide to the court?
• Which court is primarily used in dependency cases?
• How long after case closure are case files preserved?
• Which of the following courts is considered the highest in Florida?
• True or False: An actuarial risk assessment is a document filed to the court.
• What aspect does "general parenting" focus on in the context of Child Welfare?
• What should a safety plan and case plan ideally include?
• Which of the following is an example of a misdemeanor?
• What is the purpose of scaling a child's needs in child welfare?
• Why might a diligent search be conducted in a case management scenario?
• What is an essential part of risk assessment when evaluating a child’s safety in their home?
• Under the Rilya Wilson Act, when must the case manager be notified of an at-risk child's attendance at daycare?
• What type of crime is typically associated with a punishment of less than one year?
• What is the preferred permanency goal for a child?
• What aspect of Cognitive Protective Capacity involves understanding the protective role one plays?
• What action is typically taken if a child is placed with a relative?
• Who is eligible to be a surrogate parent for a child?
• How many types of maltreatment are recognized in child welfare?
• What is the maximum timeframe in which a permanency hearing must be held after the removal of a child?
• What must a case manager reassess when considering case closure?
• What does the term "preponderance of evidence" refer to in legal standards?
• At what age and how often must children be seen by a dentist?
• What is the first step in the intervention for the child welfare model?
• What must occur if a thorough diligent search identifies a missing parent?
• Which factor is not considered in assessing placement stability for a child?
• A diligent search for a missing child continues until what condition is met?
• What is the standard of proof required for Termination of Parental Rights (TPR)?
• What does the term 'adoption' signify in child welfare?
• During information collection, which factor specifically assesses how the child copes with maltreatment?
• What is required when psychotropic medication is prescribed for a child without parental consent?
• Which of the following is NOT a component of Behavioral Protective Capacity?
• What is the primary permanency option if reunification is not feasible?
• What character traits should a witness express during courtroom testimony?
• All planned mental health services are required to be implemented within how many days of identification?
• What is a key principle of the Multi-Ethnic Placement Act (MEPA)?
• What are the three options a parent has during the arraignment hearing?
• What follows after the CPI in the child welfare model?
• What is the age range covered by the Rilya Wilson Act?
• Under what circumstances may a Termination of Parental Rights (TPR) petition be filed?
• According to the Adam Walsh Act, which of the following is a key requirement when considering individuals who have lived out of state?
• What type of search involves looking for relatives of the child?
• What event triggers court involvement upon the removal of a child?
• In child welfare, what does the term "probable cause" refer to?
• What is the maximum number of days allowed to complete a case plan?
• Which of the following is NOT considered a permanency goal in a case plan?
• What must be assessed to identify potential risks in a child's environment?
• What type of assistance does the relative caregiver program provide?
• How many business days does a case manager have to confirm the sufficiency of an ongoing safety plan after case transfer?
• What would typically happen following a TPR Advisory Hearing?
• What does EMOP stand for in child welfare terminology?
• How many danger threats are identified in child welfare?
• True or False: Sibling visitation is important because it maintains attachment.
• Which of the following is one of the five stages of grief?
• Which of the following is considered a primary environment for Child Welfare Case Management?
• Which of the following characteristics is included in Emotional Protective Capacity?
• Which document is NOT part of the pre-disposition paperwork?
• Through which category can individuals receive assistance in stress management and communication?
• What is a key approach to calming a distressed child in Child Welfare Case Management?
• What is one of the responsibilities that falls to case managers during the safety assessment?
• A case plan must be prepared for all cases unless:
• What is the ultimate goal regarding children's placement in child welfare?
• Which of the following statements best describes "clear and convincing" evidence?
• Who collaborates to set the family goal in the child welfare context?
• When must a Termination of Parental Rights (TPR) be filed?
• Who is primarily responsible for identifying the needs and services of the family?
• How often should case managers assess the needs of a child in care?
• What is the role of a case manager in child welfare?
• What is Munchausen syndrome by proxy?
• Who must be involved in a case plan?
• How often must a child in shelter status be seen?
• What criteria does the impending danger assessment use?
• What does the present danger criteria encompass?
• A permanency staffing should occur within how many months of a child’s removal from a home?
• Which law aims to improve educational needs in child welfare?
• What is an important factor when a child is reported missing as per the guidelines?
• What is essential for determining the permanency plan for a child in care?
• What does CPI stand for in child welfare interventions?
• In which situation would a case not be closed until the child turns 18?
• If a parent consents or admits at the arraignment hearing, what is the subsequent scheduled hearing?
• What is a key aspect of the responsibilities of case managers after a child's removal?
• What differentiates a felony from a misdemeanor?
• What is the burden of proof in an arraignment?
• When is the dependency petition filed relative to the shelter hearing?
• What is the primary goal of a shelter hearing?
• What is the main goal of child welfare case management?
• Which of the following is an example of Behavioral Protective Capacity?
• When are siblings required to have visitation between them?
• How often do Judicial Review Hearings occur after the initial review?
• What is a crucial step in reporting a missing child?
• True or False: The family must be involved in the case plan.
• Under MEPA, how is a child's cultural background treated during placement?
• How does the GRE approach apply to interpersonal relationships in Child Welfare?
• What is the definition of an Another Planned Permanent Living Arrangement (APPLA)?
• What does ICPC stand for in child welfare case management?
• What is the first stage in the Stages of Change model?
• What must occur prior to adopting a child?
• What documentation is given to shelter parents no later than 72 hours after a child is placed in their home?
• What is the single most significant factor for successful reunification?
• What is the significance of establishing substantial compliance in judicial processes?
• Which part of a home study includes backgrounds on individuals residing in the home who are older than 12?
• What must a case manager complete before a child can begin unsupervised or overnight visits with a parent?
• When must exit interviews be held after a child's exit from a foster care home?
• What does self-efficacy refer to in child welfare case management?
• What are the two documents used to match children with an adoptive family?
• Which aspect is NOT addressed by the Shelter Petition?
• Which of the following best describes mutuality in the context of Child Welfare?
• If a parent denies at the arraignment, what type of hearing is held next?
• What is an essential component of effective child welfare case management?
• What is the time frame to complete a Family Functioning Assessment (FFA)?
• What is the role of behavior management in safety categories?
• What is required of individuals over 18 residing in a foster home during a home study?
• What is the goal of implementing a safety plan in child welfare?
• What is a primary aspect of the role of a child welfare case manager during court proceedings?
• Within how many days must a child study be completed post-termination of parental rights?
• Which of the following is a reasonable ground for removal of a child?
• What does Permanent Guardianship imply about parental rights?
• In the context of child welfare, what does "missing parent" refer to?
• Which standard of proof requires a greater weight of evidence in favor of the argument?
• Which of the following is NOT a condition that would support filing a TPR?
• What is a course of action implemented to control risk factors that could endanger a child?
• Which type of service must be prioritized according to child welfare best practices after risk is identified?
• What is typically evaluated to enhance caregiver protective capacities within a case plan?
• What factor is most critical in determining the necessity for ongoing services in child welfare?
• Which of the following is a lower court in the Florida court system?
• Under what condition can the Relative Caregiver Program be initiated for children?
• What standard of proof is typically associated with shelter hearings?
• What leads to the necessity of a TPR petition to be filed?
• What is the least restrictive placement option according to child welfare hierarchy?
• Which offense is considered more severe and typically requires longer imprisonment?
• What does battered child syndrome refer to?
• If a Shelter Hearing is conducted by a non-juvenile court judge, when must a Shelter Review occur?
• What distinguishes an overt condition from a covert condition in Child Welfare?
• What resource guides case managers with best practices in case management?
• What is a commonality among placements ranked from least to most restrictive?
• How many days from the removal of a child must a referral from the Child Behavioral Health Assessment (CBHA) be submitted?
• What is a primary responsibility of case managers in child welfare?
• What is included in special conditions referrals?
• What is the primary purpose of a case plan?
• What is the outcome if a parent admits or consents at the arraignment hearing?
• What is the required time frame for documenting case notes in FSFN?
• How many safety plans are typically established in cases of domestic violence?
• Which relatives qualify for the Relative Caregiver Program?
• In the information collection domain, which circumstance is examined regarding maltreatment?
• What is the expected outcome of interventions in child welfare?
• What might be included in crisis management as a safety category?
• What is the primary characteristic of a felony?
• Which statement best describes an appropriate action in case management for family goals?
• Independent living programs would primarily be considered for which age group?
• What are the minimum requirements for what must be contained in a child's case file?
• Which term is synonymous with suffocation?
• When a child is determined to be missing, within how many hours must law enforcement be notified?
• Which of the following is a requirement for all parties involved in a hearing?
• What is the basic sequence of court involvement?
• Which category focuses on fostering relationships among individuals?
• What must happen after the filing of a TPR petition?
• Which is NOT one of the five stages of grief?
• Which of the following are two types of diligent searches?
• What does a Danger Statement focus on in the context of child welfare?
• What does a review of reasonable efforts aim to address during the arraignment hearing?
• What initiative focuses on creating a partnership between case management and foster parents?