Course Offerings

This course is designed to focus on the responses of professionals to allegations of child maltreatment. Emphasis is placed on the multifaceted nature of child abuse and neglect and explores evidence-based strategies for intervention, prevention, and collaboration across diverse professional settings. Upon completion, students should be able to identify the knowledge, skills, and ethical considerations essential for responding effectively to child maltreatment within various systems.

Course Objectives

Evaluate the criteria for alleged maltreatment so appropriate action can take place.

Describe the differences in system responses between civil and criminal proceedings.

Describe the investigative process and the roles and functions of multidisciplinary team members.

Evaluate the roles of professionals, including medical, educational, mental health, and other mandated reporters.

Evaluate the characteristics of perpetrators, interviewing the perpetrator and legal charges.

Outline of Instruction

Trauma Informed Communication

Safety and Risk Assessment

Testifying in Court

Cultural Humility, Racial Disparities in the System

Evidenced Based Strategies for Intervention

Self Care, Vicarious Trauma

Interdisciplinary Collaboration

Investigative Responses

Contact Hours

48

CEUs

No

Industry Standard, State or National Certification

Certification

Zero Abuse Project

Website

https://zeroabuseproject.org/

Certification Learning Outcomes/Requirements

Recognize variables leading to child maltreatment


Identify existing systems that react to child maltreatment

Develop a multidisciplinary approach to respond effectively to cases of child abuse & neglect in its varying forms

CE or CU Articulation

No

Prerequisites

None

Learning Supplies Needed

None

Clinical Site/Special Facilities

None

Requirements for Successful Completion

100% attendance
• Requirements for successful completion of the course
o Students are expected to earn a minimum final course grade of 70% or higher to successfully finish the course.
• Attendance
o This is a fully online course. Students are expected to complete all course modules.
• Participation
o Students are expected to participate and complete all course activities.

Accreditation/Special Approval Requirements

N/A

Intended Audience

This course is appropriate for adult learners who have professional contact with children and individuals with an interest in protecting children in the community. This includes clergy, teachers, youth services workers, family and child therapists, family court personnel, doctors, lawyers, and emergency medical and fire personnel.

This course has been approved for a voucher for EMS/Law Enforcement/Fire personnel as part of their ongoing professional development requirements.

Specific Industry or Business Support Needs

This course would be of interest to anyone who works with children: education, clergy, law enforcement, emergency management services, child protective services, youth services (YMCA, Boys and Girls Clubs), scout leaders, therapists, etc.

Wake County Need for Industry Positions

The Positive Childhood Alliance of North Carolina reported that in fiscal year 2022-2023, 116,566 children were involved in investigations related to possible abuse and neglect in North Carolina. While this program does not lead to a specific job position, completion would benefit industries that engage with children and families by identifying and mitigating risk factors for child abuse and neglect. Early identification may yield fewer child fatalities due to abuse.

Industry or Job Titles Related to Training Outcomes for Employment

Related Courses

Course Contact Information

Allied Health Office https://cehealth.waketech.edu
919-747-0140
[email protected]