Professionals who work with children are mandated reporters and are required to make a report when they have a reason to suspect child abuse or neglect. Presented by Kansas Children’s Service League and the Kansas Department for Children and Families, this training addresses areas of risk and protective factors, definitions and common indicators of child abuse, and considerations for distinguishing poverty from neglect. Participants will also learn what to do in the event of a disclosure, how to make a report, what happens after a report is made, and thinking through roles as not just a mandated reporter but also as a supporter of families, and how we can support a family before a situation rises to the level of needing a hotline report.
This training is an expanded version of the 1.0 hour Child Abuse and Neglect training to allow ample time to discuss DCF practices and what happens once a report is made. This training is NOT KDHE approved for childcare licensing hours. All participants will receive a certificate of attendance for 2.0 hours of training.