Child Abuse, Sexual Abuse
and the Traumatic Effects
on Children and Families
For Family Court Personnel & Attorneys
Also aligns to the education requirements of Colorado House Bill 21-1228
Child abuse - whether physical, psychological or sexual - can have a long-lasting impact on a child. Consequences from these doings can lead to life-long problems with an individual’s health, mental health, social wellbeing, academic success and financial stability. This training will provide a foundational understanding of child abuse and sexual abuse and how it impacts each child differently, potentially effecting their neurodevelopment. The course gives professionals the tools to understand behaviors a child may exhibit secondary to abuse, role of caregivers, and trauma informed intervention for those affected.
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CURRICULUM OVERVIEW
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Foundational understanding of child abuse, sexual abuse and adversity
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Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and the science behind it
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Traumatic effects on the emotional, physical and mental growth of individuals
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How trauma effects individuals differently
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Understanding the influence of culture and bias when viewing trauma
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The supports for building resilience and healing
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Trauma informed practices for those working with children and families
COURSE DETAILS
Format: Live, online course.
Duration: 6 Hours
Who Should Attend: Ideal for CFI's, GAL's, judges, magistrates, mediators, attorneys and others working in the judicial system with families and children.
Certificate of Training: Yes