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Can I collect age information from participants in South Carolina? What are the requirements?

Based on the provided documents, you can collect age information from participants in South Carolina. However, you must ensure that you comply with the confidentiality requirements outlined in SCSR Section 114-4950. Specifically, you cannot disclose personally identifiable information about children, their parents, or other persons having custody or control of them without written consent, except to certain authorized individuals or agencies. Additionally, you must maintain records for each child or sibling group placed in substitute care or in an adoptive home, which includes demographic information such as the child’s birth date and birthplace [1.1][1.3].

It is important to note that while the documents provide guidance on confidentiality and record-keeping requirements, they do not specifically address the collection of age information. However, as long as you comply with the confidentiality requirements and maintain appropriate records, it is likely permissible to collect age information from participants in South Carolina.

Furthermore, researchers conducting a research project or study in the field of social services may be granted access to agency records, including client case records, for the purpose of welfare research and study. However, prior approval from the State Commissioner of Social Services is required, and all individuals named in the application must sign an agreement stating that all information obtained from the records will be treated in accordance with ethical principles to prevent a clearly unwarranted invasion of personal privacy [2.1].

It is also worth noting that welfare recipients under the age of eighteen must be enrolled and maintain satisfactory attendance, as defined by the Department of Education, in school as a condition of eligibility for benefits [3.1].

In summary, you can collect age information from participants in South Carolina as long as you comply with the confidentiality requirements outlined in SCSR Section 114-4950 and maintain appropriate records. Researchers may also be granted access to agency records for the purpose of welfare research and study, but prior approval from the State Commissioner of Social Services is required.

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