Recognizing and Reporting Child Abuse and Neglect

Instructor: Janna Rightmire

Nevada Registry Approved: 2.0 Hour

CKA: Health Safety & Nutrition

This class reviews signs and symptoms of abuse/neglect/maltreatment, how to respond to a child’s disclosure, how to make a report, and the process once a report is made.

Training Objectives:

1 . By the end of the session, participants will recognize the signs and symptoms of abuse/neglect/maltreatment.

2 . By the end of the session, participants will demonstrate a strategy in response to a child who is disclosing potential abuse/neglect/maltreatment.

3 . By the end of the session, participants will identify the child protection process before and after a report is made.

Each professional development session offered by The Children’s Cabinet utilizes a knowledge check to ensure that our participants understand our training objectives and our instructors are providing a comprehensive learning experience. You can expect to receive a three question quiz or test at the end of each training. If you have questions or concerns, or need additional information about this process, feel free to contact the Professional Development Training Coordinator at 775-856-6200.