Illinois Child Welfare Employee License (CWEL) Practice Test

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What does a permanency hearing determine in relation to a child?

If the child will be returned home
If the child will enter foster care
If other permanent placement will be sought within a specific time frame
If parental rights will be terminated

The correct answer is: If other permanent placement will be sought within a specific time frame

In a permanency hearing, the main goal is to determine if other permanent placement options will be sought within a specific time frame for the child. This means that the focus is on finding a stable and lasting living arrangement for the child if they cannot be returned home or if it is not in their best interest to remain in foster care indefinitely. While other options like returning the child home or entering foster care might be considered during the hearing, the primary objective is to explore and set a plan for other permanent placement solutions for the child. Termination of parental rights is a significant decision that may be considered at a later stage depending on the circumstances, but it is not typically the main purpose of a permanency hearing. The main goal is to ensure the child's safety and well-being through establishing a more permanent living arrangement.