Child Abuse Identification and Reporting

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CEU Course Description

Annually, in the United States, one in seven children endure some form of child abuse or neglect. Any person in regular contact with a child can play a role in the identification and reporting of known or suspected child abuse. This course will prepare Physical Therapists and Physical Therapist Assistants in the identification and reporting expectations surrounding child abuse. It will cover epidemiology, the history of identifying and reporting standards, child welfare services, child protective services, forms of child abuse, how to identify a perpetrator, warning and identification signs, human and labor trafficking, exclusionary circumstances, reporting responsibilities and processes, and resources relevant to helping those experiencing child abuse. 

CEU Course Objectives

1. Recall the history of child abuse identification and reporting and modern standards for healthcare providers.
2. Recognize the various forms of child abuse and identification strategies to prepare for reporting known or suspected child abuse.
3. Identify reporting processes and resources for those impacted by child abuse.

CEU Course Outline

Introduction (5 minutes)

• Content:
  • Course overview and objectives.
  • Importance of understanding and addressing child abuse.

Section 1: Background Information on Child Abuse

• Total Duration: 35 minutes

  • Background Information on Child Abuse (25 minutes)

    • Content:
      • Definitions and types of child abuse.
      • Prevalence and statistics.
      • Long-term impacts on victims.

  • Key Words (5 minutes)

    • Content:
      • Introduction to essential terminology related to child abuse.

  • Summary (5 minutes)

    • Content:
      • Recap of key points and takeaways from Section 1.

Section 2: Identification of Child Abuse and Neglect

• Total Duration: 35 minutes

  • Identification of Child Abuse and Neglect (25 minutes)

    • Content:
      • Signs and symptoms of physical, emotional, and sexual abuse.
      • Indicators of neglect.
      • Risk factors and common scenarios.

  • Key Words (5 minutes)

    • Content:
      • Important terms related to identification and signs of abuse.

  • Summary (5 minutes)

    • Content:
      • Overview of identification strategies and key indicators.
      • Summary of Section 2’s main points.

Section 3: Reporting Child Abuse

• Total Duration: 35 minutes

  • Reporting Child Abuse (25 minutes)

    • Content:
      • Legal and ethical responsibilities.
      • Reporting procedures and protocols.
      • Role of various professionals in reporting.

  • Key Words (5 minutes)

    • Content:
      • Key terminology related to reporting procedures and responsibilities.

  • Summary (5 minutes)

    • Content:
      • Recap of reporting processes and the importance of timely action.
      • Key takeaways for professional practice.

Section 4: Case Study #1 (20 minutes)

• Content:
  • Presentation and analysis of the first case study.
  • Discussion on identification and reporting decisions.

Section 5: Case Study #2 (20 minutes)

• Content:
  • Presentation and analysis of the second case study.
  • Emphasis on complex scenarios and multidisciplinary approaches.

Conclusion (10 minutes)

• Content:
  • Final thoughts and summary of the course content.
  • Emphasis on the importance of vigilance and proactive measures.
  • Encouragement for continued learning and advocacy.

References (not timed)

• Content: List of references and resources for further reading.

Total Time = 3.00 hours

Instructional Level: Introductory

Course Date: 2024-03-20

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