Child Abuse: From Suspicion to Disclosure

Develop the basic skills and techniques necessary to engage a child in such a way as to minimize suggestibility but still provide support, beyond what is taught in a First Responder Training. Review best practices in identification of a concern and learn to engage these children in a way that maximizes positive case outcomes and minimizes potential behaviors that can hurt cases.

Upon completion of this introductory training, you will be able to:

• Identify examples of suggestibility and the impact is has on cases.
• Learn and/or improve foundational skills of engagement with potential child abuse victims to maximize positive outcomes of future cases.
• Develop a plan of action to help you identify situations and strategize interactions that minimize suggestibility and maximize positive outcomes for children.