Pennsylvania: Child Abuse Renewal: Recognition and Reporting, 2 units

Course overview

For healthcare providers and other professionals in Pennsylvania who are mandated to report suspected child abuse. Begins with historical information about child abuse recognition in the U.S. and continues with a description of child welfare and child protective services in Pennsylvania. Child abuse is defined, along with its components and categories. New regulations related to human trafficking are included. The reporting process is described, as well as responsibilities of mandated reporters, permissive reporters, reasonable cause, and penalties for failing to report. Describes indicators of child abuse and concludes with information about the prevention of child abuse. Approved by PA Department of Human Services and the PA Department of State, Bureau of Professional and Occupational Affairs. Fulfills the 2-unit renewal requirement for training in child abuse recognition and reporting for mandated reporters under Act 31. PA CE Provider #CACE000044; Program #CAPR000042; CE Course #ATE10002.