CPHSSWCE0024 - Child Abuse Recognition and Reporting in Pennsylvania

Course Description

Timed Agenda  - when offered in the morning

9:00 - 9:10am Introductions and Review of Goals

9:10 - 9:25am Description of PA Child Welfare System

9:25 - 9:45am Definitions of Child Abuse

9:45 - 10:30am Provisions and Responsibilities for Reporting Suspected Child Abuse

10:30 - 10:45am Break

10:45 - 11:30am Case Studies Discussion

11:30 - 12:10pm Indicators of Child Abuse

12:10 - 12:15pm Questions and Evaluation

Timed Agenda - when offered in the Afternoon

1:00 - 1:10pm Introductions and Review of Goals

1:10 - 1:25pm Description of PA Child Welfare System

1:25 - 1:45pm Definitions of Child Abuse

1:45 - 2:30pm Provisions and Responsibilities for Reporting Suspected Child Abuse

2:30 - 2:45pm Break

2:45 - 3:30pm Case Studies Discussion

3:30 - 4:10pm Indicators of Child Abuse

4:10 - 4:15pm Questions and Evaluatio

Course Outline

By the end of the workshop, participants will be able to:

· Compare and contrast criteria for reporting suspected child abuse to Child Protective Services and General Protective Services.

· Identify components of child abuse.

· Identify their responsibilities as mandated reporters.

When participants return to the workplace, they will be able to:

· Report suspected child abuse to appropriate agencies within required time frames.

· Recognize signs of potential child abuse

Learner Outcomes