New York Mandatory Child Abuse Identification and Reporting for Healthcare Professionals 2nd Edition
About the Course
New York mandated reporters, including those who have previously undergone child abuse recognition training, must complete an updated course that includes implicit bias, identifying adverse childhood experiences and guidelines to identify child abuse while interacting virtually. Training must be completed by April 1, 2025.
This course fulfills the requirements for training in identifying and reporting child abuse, maltreatment, and neglect in New York.
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Learning Outcomes
Upon the completion of this course, the learner will be able to:
- Discuss the incidence and prevalence of child abuse in New York State and the U.S.
- Define terms related to child abuse and maltreatment.
- Recognize the signs and symptoms of the various types of child abuse, including in a virtual setting.
- Identify risk factors associated with child abuse.
- Recognize the impact of trauma and Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs)
- Explain strategies to prevent child abuse.
- Recognize the impact of bias on mandated report decision-making
- Describe the child abuse intervention and reporting process in accordance with the laws of New York State.
About the Author/Presenter
Simona Pozzetto, LICSW was born in Italy, where she obtained her bachelor's degree in psychology. Ms. Pozzetto achieved her MSW and completed the Certificate Program in Jewish Communal and Clinical Social Work at Simmons College and Hebrew College in 2003. Ms. Pozzetto worked in community mental health clinics and long-term care facilities as a clinical therapist, initially focusing on children and adolescents, then mostly on adults and the elderly.
How to Receive Credit
- Read the entire course online or in print which requires a 2-hour commitment of time.
- After completion of the course, complete the final examination. A passing grade of 75% is required. Test questions link content to learning outcomes as a method to enhance individualized learning and material retention.
- Note to Nursing professionals: Depending on your state requirements, you will be asked to either affirm that you have completed the course, or you will be required to complete the Post-test included in the course.
- Provide required personal information and payment information.
- Complete the mandatory course evaluation.
- Print your Certificate of Completion.
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Disclaimer
The information provided in this activity is for continuing education purposes only and is not meant to substitute for the independent medical judgment of a healthcare provider relative to diagnostic and treatment options of a specific patient’s medical condition.
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