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There is a growing recognition of the necessity for child maltreatment identification training for a wide array of professionals and paraprofessionals that come into contact with children ages birth to 18 years. Training efforts for professionals and paraprofessionals at Prevent Child Abuse Rhode Island address the identification of the indicators of maltreatment, reporting mandates and procedures, intervention and prevention.
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The Professional Development Program is designed to address,
but is not limited to:
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Child Care Providers - Family Home Day Care and Center-Based
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Teachers and Administrators
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Human Service Staff - home visitors, case workers, case managers, protective services
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Emergency Responders - fire and medical independent responders, emergency room staff
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Pediatric Health Professionals - nurses, nurse practitioners, and physicians
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Law Enforcement Personnel - police, prosecutors, judges, CASA staff and volunteers
The Professional Development Program ensures that child welfare professionals and paraprofessionals have a comprehensive knowledge of the indicators of abuse and neglect and an in-depth knowledge of reporting laws and procedures. Its goal is to ensure that victims of child maltreatment are expeditiously and appropriately linked to intervention and treatment. In addition to child maltreatment, Prevent Child Abuse Rhode Island offers a wide array of workshop topics such as stress management, bullying, internet safety, parenting and communication.
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Workshops are typically $200 for a maximum of 20 participants. All workshops can be adapted to meet the needs of the participants (i.e. parents, teachers and administrators).
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