CERAP EXAM REVIEW 100%
ACCURATE 2025
, Safe - ANSWERSChild is not in any immediate risk of harm
Unsafe - ANSWERSChild is in immediate risk of harm
Degree of harm - ANSWERSThe severity of harm which could range from slight (low) to
moderate to severe.
Immediate - ANSWERSAn incident can happen now or in the very near future.
Indicated Finding - ANSWERSIndicated: official conclusion, after investigation of
allegations, that there is credible evidence that a child has been abused or neglected.
Mandated Reporter - ANSWERSPersons required by law to report suspected child
abuse or neglect to DCFS
Minimum Parenting Standards - ANSWERSMinimum standards a parent must meet in
providing adequate food; ensuring a child is appropriately clothed for weather
conditions; providing adequate shelter, providing protection from severe physical,
mental, and emotional harm; and providing necessary medical care and adequate
education required by law.
Moderate to Severe Harm - ANSWERSThe threat of danger to a child's life or health
(death), impairment to his or her physical or mental well-being, or disfigurement
Near Future - ANSWERSThe time period immediately after contact with a child during
which a child would be likely to suffer moderate to severe harm (i.e. be in danger) if NO
protective action is taken to ensure the child's safety.
Dependent - ANSWERSChild under 18 who, as a result of the physical or mental
disability of a parent or legal guardian, is not receiving necessary care and guardianship
or whose birth parents' or guardians' wish is to consent for the child's adoption.
Diligent Search - ANSWERSSearch for a missing parent that must be conducted within
48 hours after protective custody is taken of a child or prior to the protective custody
hearing.
Dispositional Hearing - ANSWERSHearing at which a judge, following adjudication,
determines the subsequent care, custody, and supervision of a child and what
obligations are incumbent upon the parents.
What's a CERAP? - ANSWERSChild
Endangerment
Risk
Assessment
ACCURATE 2025
, Safe - ANSWERSChild is not in any immediate risk of harm
Unsafe - ANSWERSChild is in immediate risk of harm
Degree of harm - ANSWERSThe severity of harm which could range from slight (low) to
moderate to severe.
Immediate - ANSWERSAn incident can happen now or in the very near future.
Indicated Finding - ANSWERSIndicated: official conclusion, after investigation of
allegations, that there is credible evidence that a child has been abused or neglected.
Mandated Reporter - ANSWERSPersons required by law to report suspected child
abuse or neglect to DCFS
Minimum Parenting Standards - ANSWERSMinimum standards a parent must meet in
providing adequate food; ensuring a child is appropriately clothed for weather
conditions; providing adequate shelter, providing protection from severe physical,
mental, and emotional harm; and providing necessary medical care and adequate
education required by law.
Moderate to Severe Harm - ANSWERSThe threat of danger to a child's life or health
(death), impairment to his or her physical or mental well-being, or disfigurement
Near Future - ANSWERSThe time period immediately after contact with a child during
which a child would be likely to suffer moderate to severe harm (i.e. be in danger) if NO
protective action is taken to ensure the child's safety.
Dependent - ANSWERSChild under 18 who, as a result of the physical or mental
disability of a parent or legal guardian, is not receiving necessary care and guardianship
or whose birth parents' or guardians' wish is to consent for the child's adoption.
Diligent Search - ANSWERSSearch for a missing parent that must be conducted within
48 hours after protective custody is taken of a child or prior to the protective custody
hearing.
Dispositional Hearing - ANSWERSHearing at which a judge, following adjudication,
determines the subsequent care, custody, and supervision of a child and what
obligations are incumbent upon the parents.
What's a CERAP? - ANSWERSChild
Endangerment
Risk
Assessment
