Mansfield University Home PageThis program is a New York State teaching certification requirement and is strongly recommended for everyone who works with children.
After attending this program the learner will be able to:
- Define what constitutes "abuse," maltreatment," and "neglect" according to New York State Family Court Act and Social Services Law
- Distinguish among various behavioral and environmental characteristics of an abusive parent or caretaker
- Identify physical and behavioral indicators of physical abuse, maltreatment, neglect, and sexual abuse
- Describe what constitutes "reasonable cause to suspect"
- Outline proper procedure for making a report of child abuse
- List the intervention strategies for each potential risk factor.
Location: Memorial Hall 211
Cost: $30.00
Date: April 15, 2009
Time: 6:00 - 9:00 pm
To register:
- print the registration form by "clicking here"
- call 800-661-3640 or 570-662-4974, or
- e-mail Jocelyn Brion
If you are unable to return this form by the deadline (April 10, 2009), please phone 570-662-4974 or 800-661-3640.