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SUMMARY:APSAC Pre-Conference Institutes to the 39th Annual San Diego International Conference on Child & Family Maltreatment
DESCRIPTION:Conference Overview\nJoin APSAC in San Diego for a chance to see David Finkelhor\, PhD\, Melissa Merrick\, PhD\, Stacie LeBlanc\, JD\, MEd\, Elisabeth Pollio\, PhDand Jimmy Widdifield\, Jr.\, MA in person! This full-day\, 5- part Pre-Conference Institute will offer participating professionals the opportunity to acquire or enhance the competencies\, skills and insights necessary to effectively work with children that have experienced child sexual abuse. Discussion topics will include an overview of historical approaches and empirical evidence-based practices. In addition\, participants can expect to learn to identify the signs of problematic sexual behavior in children. \nRegister through APSAC
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/apsac-pre-conference-institutes-to-the-39th-annual-san-diego-international-conference-on-child-family-maltreatment/
LOCATION:Town and Country San Diego\, 500 Hotel Circle N\, San Diego\, CA\, 92108\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Multidisciplinary teams,Problematic Sexual Behaviors,Special Events,Trauma-Informed Practice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231129T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231129T133000
DTSTAMP:20260420T001447
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SUMMARY:APSAC Child Interviewing - Where Research Meets Practice (3-Part Series)
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nForensic child interviewing topics are examined in this three part webinar series. The webinars are designed for new to experienced interviewers and will explore the free narrative\, interview rules and focused questions.​ \nPART 1 – What is the Name of your Cat – Exploring the Free Narrative (September 27)\nDescription: The free narrative step is a research based best practice in investigative interviews for obtaining the child or youth’s version of events in their own words. If you are curious about how the name of your cat is related to the free narrative\, this webinar will explore types of questions / prompts in the free narrative step and what the research tells us about interviewers’ ability to stay in the free narrative. Participants will learn the principles of the free narrative step\, how to effectively use open-ended questions / prompts and strategies to stay in the free narrative step. \nPART 2 – Why Follow the Rules – Exploring Interview Rules (October 25)\nDescription: Interview rules are a research based best practice for investigative interviews. Our society has many sets of rules\, and we don’t always follow them. This webinar will explore the research behind interview rules and how following the rules can benefit the interviewee and the interviewer. Participants will learn about the most common interview rules and be provided with strategies for effective implementation of the interview rules. \nPART 3 – Fun in the Funnel – Exploring Focused Questions (November 29)\nDescription: The funnel is an analogy to understand the concept of beginning with broad questions and moving to more focused questions. The concept of broad to more focused questions is a best practice for gaining accurate information in the least leading manner. This webinar will explore how to gather information about events or topics. The fun in the funnel is learning how this concept can build structure in an investigative interview\, which is beneficial for the interviewee and the interviewer. Participants will learn how to apply the funnel concept and strategies for building structure in an interview. \nAbout Presenter\nAndy Stuart is the Training Division Manager with The Forensic Practice in British Columbia\, Canada. Andy became a StepWise instructor in 2008\, under the direct supervision of Dr. John Yuille and Dr. Hugues Hervé. Since then\, he has trained hundreds of front-line staff in StepWise interviewing. As the Training Division Manager\, he mentors new trainers\, consults with interviewers in the field\, and contributes to new workshop development. In 2001\, his policing career began\, and after completing twenty years of service\, Andy held the rank of Staff Sergeant at the Saanich Police Department\, Victoria\, BC. He is the recipient of multiple police commendations\, including the Meritorious Service Medal from the Provincial Lt. Governor. He has also held positions as a sessional instructor at Camosun College and an online instructor at the University of Manitoba. Academically\, Andy holds a diploma in Criminal Justice\, a Bachelor’s degree in Sociology\, and a Master’s degree in Public Administration. \nRegister Through APSAC\nMember Registration: $150\nNon-member Registration: $175
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/apsac-child-interviewing-where-research-meets-practice-3-part-series/2023-11-29/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231025T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231025T133000
DTSTAMP:20260420T001447
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SUMMARY:APSAC Child Interviewing - Where Research Meets Practice (3-Part Series)
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nForensic child interviewing topics are examined in this three part webinar series. The webinars are designed for new to experienced interviewers and will explore the free narrative\, interview rules and focused questions.​ \nPART 1 – What is the Name of your Cat – Exploring the Free Narrative (September 27)\nDescription: The free narrative step is a research based best practice in investigative interviews for obtaining the child or youth’s version of events in their own words. If you are curious about how the name of your cat is related to the free narrative\, this webinar will explore types of questions / prompts in the free narrative step and what the research tells us about interviewers’ ability to stay in the free narrative. Participants will learn the principles of the free narrative step\, how to effectively use open-ended questions / prompts and strategies to stay in the free narrative step. \nPART 2 – Why Follow the Rules – Exploring Interview Rules (October 25)\nDescription: Interview rules are a research based best practice for investigative interviews. Our society has many sets of rules\, and we don’t always follow them. This webinar will explore the research behind interview rules and how following the rules can benefit the interviewee and the interviewer. Participants will learn about the most common interview rules and be provided with strategies for effective implementation of the interview rules. \nPART 3 – Fun in the Funnel – Exploring Focused Questions (November 29)\nDescription: The funnel is an analogy to understand the concept of beginning with broad questions and moving to more focused questions. The concept of broad to more focused questions is a best practice for gaining accurate information in the least leading manner. This webinar will explore how to gather information about events or topics. The fun in the funnel is learning how this concept can build structure in an investigative interview\, which is beneficial for the interviewee and the interviewer. Participants will learn how to apply the funnel concept and strategies for building structure in an interview. \nAbout Presenter\nAndy Stuart is the Training Division Manager with The Forensic Practice in British Columbia\, Canada. Andy became a StepWise instructor in 2008\, under the direct supervision of Dr. John Yuille and Dr. Hugues Hervé. Since then\, he has trained hundreds of front-line staff in StepWise interviewing. As the Training Division Manager\, he mentors new trainers\, consults with interviewers in the field\, and contributes to new workshop development. In 2001\, his policing career began\, and after completing twenty years of service\, Andy held the rank of Staff Sergeant at the Saanich Police Department\, Victoria\, BC. He is the recipient of multiple police commendations\, including the Meritorious Service Medal from the Provincial Lt. Governor. He has also held positions as a sessional instructor at Camosun College and an online instructor at the University of Manitoba. Academically\, Andy holds a diploma in Criminal Justice\, a Bachelor’s degree in Sociology\, and a Master’s degree in Public Administration. \nRegister Through APSAC\nMember Registration: $150\nNon-member Registration: $175
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/apsac-child-interviewing-where-research-meets-practice-3-part-series/2023-10-25/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231023T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231023T140000
DTSTAMP:20260420T001447
CREATED:20231020T195633Z
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SUMMARY:APSAC's 2023 Practice Guidelines on Forensic Interviewing of Children
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThe forensic interview is a critical tool for gathering information in child maltreatment cases.  This specialized and evolving skill requires on-going training and peer review. Child forensic interviews can be used in cases where a child may have been abused\, exploited\, neglected\, psychologically maltreated\, or witnessed a crime. It is investigative in nature and used to gather potential evidence about what a child may have experienced or witnessed as part of a larger investigation. The workshop will review what’s new and different in the 2023 APSAC Practice Guidelines on Forensic Interviewing of Children. While many forensic interviews involve children who have previously disclosed\, the recommendations contained in this workshop can be utilized in exploratory (e.g. at-risk\, precautionary\, screening) situations where there has not been previous disclosure. The guidelines presented are transferable in other contexts such as interviewing vulnerable adults. These interviews are evidence\, and as such\, the interview can be utilized in criminal child abuse proceedings\, civil child protection proceedings\, domestic proceedings\, and criminal activity witnessed by children. Information from the interviews may help identify other victims\, assist professionals responsible for assessing risk and safety needs of children and families\, and facilitate case management decisions. \nThe recently updated 2012 APSAC Practice Guidelines on Forensic Interviewing (2023) will be discussed to help participants to differentiate between current evidenced-based interview components and past practices. Updates and changes in practice will be highlighted and explained. The APSAC guidelines are aspirational and intended to encourage the highest level of interview proficiency and to offer direction for training child forensic interviewers. Participants will be able to recognize the necessary attributes of an interviewer\, interview training\, context and components of a trauma-informed child forensic interview. The purpose of a forensic interview is to elicit as much reliable information as possible from the child to inform the investigation and case planning. This workshop will guide Interviewers in the attempt to collect facts in a neutral\, supportive\, and objective manner consistent with the best interests of the child. \nThe goal is to provide a trauma-informed opportunity for a child to talk about their experiences while minimizing negative impact. At the core\, forensic interviews are non-leading\, non-suggestive\, non-blaming and non-shaming. Beyond understanding the importance of conducting developmentally\, culturally sensitive interviews\, establishing rapport\, and learning idiosyncratic differences in children’s use of language\, participants will gain an understanding of the evolution of forensic interview practice. Participants will also learn how barriers created by cultural differences can interfere with the ability to gain important information and often lead to misunderstandings and misinformed decision-making.  This workshop is only a brief overview to the updated 2023 APSAC Practice Guidelines on Forensic Interviewing of Children. Those wanting more detailed training are encouraged to apply to the APSAC Forensic Interviewing Clinic. \nThe new guidelines can be viewed here \nRegister through APSAC
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/apsacs-2023-practice-guidelines-on-forensic-interviewing-of-children/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231018T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231018T140000
DTSTAMP:20260420T001447
CREATED:20230830T182402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230830T182402Z
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SUMMARY:Positive Discipline in Everyday parenting
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThe American Professional Society on the Abuse of Children (APSAC) is presenting a training event on Positive Discipline in Everyday Parenting with Dr. Joan Durrant. \nIn order to prevent physical punishment\, we need to: 1) increase parents’ knowledge of child development; 2) help them manage their emotions; and 3) shift their lens from control to mentorship.  Positive Discipline in Everyday Parenting (PDEP)\, a 9-week not-for-profit program\, addresses each of these key factors.  Parents learn how children’s emotions and brains develop from infancy through adolescence; recognize their stress response and learn techniques to manage it; and acquire skills in scaffolding children’s learning while keeping them physically and emotionally safe.  Through interactive activities\, parents come to understand behavior from the child’s perspective so that they can effectively support children’s learning\, rather than punishing their mistakes. \nAbout Trainer\nA Developmental Psychologist\, Dr. Joan Durrant has recently retired from a 33-year academic career at the University of Manitoba.  She now focuses her time on the non-profit she founded to coordinate implementation of Positive Discipline in Everyday Parenting (PDEP) across Canada and in many other countries\, including Korea\, Mongolia\, and the United Arab Emirates.  Joan has dedicated her professional life to understanding why parents strike their children as punishment and how we can prevent it.  She created PDEP to address the psychological factors and cultural beliefs that underlie this ‘everyday violence’ against children. In addition to publishing several books\, Joan has published many academic articles on corporal punishment and has delivered addresses\, workshops and trainings to governments and organizations around the world. \nRegister through APSAC\nAPSAC Members and The New York Foundling Staff General Admission: Free\n1 CE Credit (Social Work & Psychology): $25.00\n1 CE Credit (Social Work & Psychology) for APSAC Members and New York Foundling Staff: $15.00 \n*If you are in New York and would like social work\, mental health or psychology CE credits please email FontanaCenter@nyfoundling.org \nAPSAC Members: You will receive your discount automatically when registering.\nThe New York Foundling Staff: Please email FontanaCenter@nyfoundling.org to request your entry code.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/positive-discipline-in-everyday-parenting/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230927T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230927T133000
DTSTAMP:20260420T001447
CREATED:20230823T144631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230823T144631Z
UID:10000499-1695816000-1695821400@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:APSAC Child Interviewing - Where Research Meets Practice (3-Part Series)
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nForensic child interviewing topics are examined in this three part webinar series. The webinars are designed for new to experienced interviewers and will explore the free narrative\, interview rules and focused questions.​ \nPART 1 – What is the Name of your Cat – Exploring the Free Narrative (September 27)\nDescription: The free narrative step is a research based best practice in investigative interviews for obtaining the child or youth’s version of events in their own words. If you are curious about how the name of your cat is related to the free narrative\, this webinar will explore types of questions / prompts in the free narrative step and what the research tells us about interviewers’ ability to stay in the free narrative. Participants will learn the principles of the free narrative step\, how to effectively use open-ended questions / prompts and strategies to stay in the free narrative step. \nPART 2 – Why Follow the Rules – Exploring Interview Rules (October 25)\nDescription: Interview rules are a research based best practice for investigative interviews. Our society has many sets of rules\, and we don’t always follow them. This webinar will explore the research behind interview rules and how following the rules can benefit the interviewee and the interviewer. Participants will learn about the most common interview rules and be provided with strategies for effective implementation of the interview rules. \nPART 3 – Fun in the Funnel – Exploring Focused Questions (November 29)\nDescription: The funnel is an analogy to understand the concept of beginning with broad questions and moving to more focused questions. The concept of broad to more focused questions is a best practice for gaining accurate information in the least leading manner. This webinar will explore how to gather information about events or topics. The fun in the funnel is learning how this concept can build structure in an investigative interview\, which is beneficial for the interviewee and the interviewer. Participants will learn how to apply the funnel concept and strategies for building structure in an interview. \nAbout Presenter\nAndy Stuart is the Training Division Manager with The Forensic Practice in British Columbia\, Canada. Andy became a StepWise instructor in 2008\, under the direct supervision of Dr. John Yuille and Dr. Hugues Hervé. Since then\, he has trained hundreds of front-line staff in StepWise interviewing. As the Training Division Manager\, he mentors new trainers\, consults with interviewers in the field\, and contributes to new workshop development. In 2001\, his policing career began\, and after completing twenty years of service\, Andy held the rank of Staff Sergeant at the Saanich Police Department\, Victoria\, BC. He is the recipient of multiple police commendations\, including the Meritorious Service Medal from the Provincial Lt. Governor. He has also held positions as a sessional instructor at Camosun College and an online instructor at the University of Manitoba. Academically\, Andy holds a diploma in Criminal Justice\, a Bachelor’s degree in Sociology\, and a Master’s degree in Public Administration. \nRegister Through APSAC\nMember Registration: $150\nNon-member Registration: $175
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/apsac-child-interviewing-where-research-meets-practice-3-part-series/2023-09-27/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230921T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230921T140000
DTSTAMP:20260420T001447
CREATED:20230726T204741Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230726T204741Z
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SUMMARY:Anger Control in Parents: Implications for Reducing the Use of Verbal and Physical Violence with their Children
DESCRIPTION:Training Over\nThe American Professional Society on the Abuse of Children (APSAC) is presenting this training opportunity with Dr. Don Meichenbaum\, a distinguished professor emeritus at the University of Waterloo\, Ontario Cananda. \nParents were asked to keep track of when they became angry with their children and to note when their anger escalated to their use of verbal and physical  forms of punishment. Cluster analysis indicated that there were eight categories of perceived provocations that can be summarized with the mnemonic II CE HOPE. This presentation will provide examples of each of these triggers and consider the implications for parent training. Repetitive non-compliance and the attribution of intentionality (“did it on purpose”) were key features contributing to the use of hitting behaviors. \nAbout Trainer\nDr. Don Meichenbaum is a distinguished professor emeritus from the University of Waterloo in  Ontario Canada  from which he took early retirement 25 years ago. Since that time he has been Research Director of the Melissa Institute for Violence Prevention in Miami (www.melissainstitute.org). He is one of the founders of Cognitive behavior therapy  and in a survey of clinician she was voted “One of the ten most influential psychotherapists of the 20th century.” He has received a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Clinical Division of the American Psychological Association and  was Honorary President  of the Canadian Psychological Association. He has presented in all 50 U.S. states and internationally and he has published extensively. His latest book is entitled “Treating individuals with addictive disorders.” He has placed his book Roadmap to resilience on the Internet for FREE. His book has been downloaded by 43\, 000 + visitors from 167 countries worldwide\, visit roadmaptoresilience.wordpress.com for a FREE copy. Dr. Meichenbaum has just celebrated his 82nd birthday. He has four children and seven grandchildren. \nRegister through APSAC\nAPSAC Members and The New York Foundling Staff General Admission: Free\n1 CE Credit (Social Work & Psychology): $25.00\n1 CE Credit (Social Work & Psychology) for APSAC Members and New York Foundling Staff: $15.00 \n*If you are in New York and would like social work\, mental health or psychology CE credits please email FontanaCenter@nyfoundling.org \nAPSAC Members: You will receive your discount automatically when registering.\nThe New York Foundling Staff: Please email FontanaCenter@nyfoundling.org to request your entry code.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/anger-control-in-parents-implications-for-reducing-the-use-of-verbal-and-physical-violence-with-their-children/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Mental Health,Online Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230901T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230901T183000
DTSTAMP:20260420T001447
CREATED:20230731T204257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230731T204257Z
UID:10000485-1693558800-1693593000@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:APSAC Virtual Forensic Interview Clinic
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nOur comprehensive Clinic offers a unique opportunity to participate in an intensive training experience focused on the basic skills and knowledge necessary to conduct child forensic interviews. Participants will have a personal interaction with leading experts in the field of child forensic interviewing. Attendees must complete pre-clinic assignments and respond to communication from the Clinic Director prior to the event.  There will be homework and self-study assignments following each day of the clinic.  In order to receive a certificate of completion participants must complete mock child forensic interviews with actors and pass a test following the conclusion of the Clinic. \nThe APSAC Child Forensic Interview Clinic is intended as an initial training for professionals whose job responsibilities include conducting in-depth forensic investigative interviews of children who may have experienced or witnessed maltreatment\, exploitation\, neglect\, or other crimes. These interviews are conducted as part of a multidisciplinary team investigative process in affiliation with a Child Advocacy Center (CAC)\, police agency\, or government-sponsored child protection agency. \nTo meet the criteria for attendance you must be one of the following: \n\nEndorsed by a CAC\nEndorsed by a police agency\nEndorsed by a government-sponsored child protection agency as someone who is or will be responsible for conducting in-depth forensic interviews of children on a regular basis\nA child abuse pediatric fellow\n\nUpon completion of the clinic\, you will need to be able to implement the training as a member of (or endorsed by) an existing CAC and/or multidisciplinary child abuse investigation team. (Any exceptions must be approved in advance by the Clinic Director and will only be considered on a space-available basis.) The APSAC Child Forensic Interview Clinic will be conducted in English and participants must be fluent in English. APSAC is unable to provide interpretation services. \nPlease use this link for verification that you qualify for the Forensic Interview Clinic. \nRegister through APSAC\nMember Registration: $1095\nNon-Member Registration: $1350\n33.5 Continuing Education Credits (Psychology and Social Work): $40 \nScholarship funds available for law enforcement officers interested in attending the clinics. Click here for full eligibility information and the application form. \nCancellation Policy\nDue to the nature of this event APSAC Forensic Interview Clinics have a no refund policy. Agencies may send another individual in the place of the individual who is unable to attend without incurring an additional fee. All substitutions must be finalized by August 1st. If you have any questions please email us at onlinetraining@apsac.org .
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/apsac-virtual-forensic-interview-clinic/2023-09-01/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230830T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230830T140000
DTSTAMP:20260420T001447
CREATED:20230822T214029Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230822T214029Z
UID:10000498-1693400400-1693404000@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:APSAC The Legal System Response to Child Maltreatment
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nLegal actions are perhaps the most powerful responses to child maltreatment. Criminal and child protection investigation and forensic interviewing can provide the evidence needed to support a child victim’s disclosure. Prosecution of child maltreatment can hold perpetrators accountable. Juvenile and family court actions can provide for children’s safety and oversee their care in state custody and journey to a permanent home. This commentary introduces readers to a special issue of the journal Child Maltreatment that focuses on the legal system response to child abuse and neglect. We provide an overview of the issue’s 11 research articles and additional commentary piece. These works provide crucial new knowledge on gaining information from child victims involved in the legal system\, on the law enforcement and prosecution response to child maltreatment\, and on the legal framework supporting child protection. \nRegister through APSAC
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/apsac-the-legal-system-response-to-child-maltreatment/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Investigation,Multidisciplinary teams
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230828T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230828T183000
DTSTAMP:20260420T001447
CREATED:20230731T204257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230731T204257Z
UID:10000484-1693213200-1693247400@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:APSAC Virtual Forensic Interview Clinic
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nOur comprehensive Clinic offers a unique opportunity to participate in an intensive training experience focused on the basic skills and knowledge necessary to conduct child forensic interviews. Participants will have a personal interaction with leading experts in the field of child forensic interviewing. Attendees must complete pre-clinic assignments and respond to communication from the Clinic Director prior to the event.  There will be homework and self-study assignments following each day of the clinic.  In order to receive a certificate of completion participants must complete mock child forensic interviews with actors and pass a test following the conclusion of the Clinic. \nThe APSAC Child Forensic Interview Clinic is intended as an initial training for professionals whose job responsibilities include conducting in-depth forensic investigative interviews of children who may have experienced or witnessed maltreatment\, exploitation\, neglect\, or other crimes. These interviews are conducted as part of a multidisciplinary team investigative process in affiliation with a Child Advocacy Center (CAC)\, police agency\, or government-sponsored child protection agency. \nTo meet the criteria for attendance you must be one of the following: \n\nEndorsed by a CAC\nEndorsed by a police agency\nEndorsed by a government-sponsored child protection agency as someone who is or will be responsible for conducting in-depth forensic interviews of children on a regular basis\nA child abuse pediatric fellow\n\nUpon completion of the clinic\, you will need to be able to implement the training as a member of (or endorsed by) an existing CAC and/or multidisciplinary child abuse investigation team. (Any exceptions must be approved in advance by the Clinic Director and will only be considered on a space-available basis.) The APSAC Child Forensic Interview Clinic will be conducted in English and participants must be fluent in English. APSAC is unable to provide interpretation services. \nPlease use this link for verification that you qualify for the Forensic Interview Clinic. \nRegister through APSAC\nMember Registration: $1095\nNon-Member Registration: $1350\n33.5 Continuing Education Credits (Psychology and Social Work): $40 \nScholarship funds available for law enforcement officers interested in attending the clinics. Click here for full eligibility information and the application form. \nCancellation Policy\nDue to the nature of this event APSAC Forensic Interview Clinics have a no refund policy. Agencies may send another individual in the place of the individual who is unable to attend without incurring an additional fee. All substitutions must be finalized by August 1st. If you have any questions please email us at onlinetraining@apsac.org .
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/apsac-virtual-forensic-interview-clinic/2023-08-28/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230825T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230825T183000
DTSTAMP:20260420T001447
CREATED:20230731T204257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230731T204257Z
UID:10000483-1692954000-1692988200@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:APSAC Virtual Forensic Interview Clinic
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nOur comprehensive Clinic offers a unique opportunity to participate in an intensive training experience focused on the basic skills and knowledge necessary to conduct child forensic interviews. Participants will have a personal interaction with leading experts in the field of child forensic interviewing. Attendees must complete pre-clinic assignments and respond to communication from the Clinic Director prior to the event.  There will be homework and self-study assignments following each day of the clinic.  In order to receive a certificate of completion participants must complete mock child forensic interviews with actors and pass a test following the conclusion of the Clinic. \nThe APSAC Child Forensic Interview Clinic is intended as an initial training for professionals whose job responsibilities include conducting in-depth forensic investigative interviews of children who may have experienced or witnessed maltreatment\, exploitation\, neglect\, or other crimes. These interviews are conducted as part of a multidisciplinary team investigative process in affiliation with a Child Advocacy Center (CAC)\, police agency\, or government-sponsored child protection agency. \nTo meet the criteria for attendance you must be one of the following: \n\nEndorsed by a CAC\nEndorsed by a police agency\nEndorsed by a government-sponsored child protection agency as someone who is or will be responsible for conducting in-depth forensic interviews of children on a regular basis\nA child abuse pediatric fellow\n\nUpon completion of the clinic\, you will need to be able to implement the training as a member of (or endorsed by) an existing CAC and/or multidisciplinary child abuse investigation team. (Any exceptions must be approved in advance by the Clinic Director and will only be considered on a space-available basis.) The APSAC Child Forensic Interview Clinic will be conducted in English and participants must be fluent in English. APSAC is unable to provide interpretation services. \nPlease use this link for verification that you qualify for the Forensic Interview Clinic. \nRegister through APSAC\nMember Registration: $1095\nNon-Member Registration: $1350\n33.5 Continuing Education Credits (Psychology and Social Work): $40 \nScholarship funds available for law enforcement officers interested in attending the clinics. Click here for full eligibility information and the application form. \nCancellation Policy\nDue to the nature of this event APSAC Forensic Interview Clinics have a no refund policy. Agencies may send another individual in the place of the individual who is unable to attend without incurring an additional fee. All substitutions must be finalized by August 1st. If you have any questions please email us at onlinetraining@apsac.org .
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/apsac-virtual-forensic-interview-clinic/2023-08-25/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230821T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230821T183000
DTSTAMP:20260420T001447
CREATED:20230731T204257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230731T204257Z
UID:10000482-1692608400-1692642600@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:APSAC Virtual Forensic Interview Clinic
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nOur comprehensive Clinic offers a unique opportunity to participate in an intensive training experience focused on the basic skills and knowledge necessary to conduct child forensic interviews. Participants will have a personal interaction with leading experts in the field of child forensic interviewing. Attendees must complete pre-clinic assignments and respond to communication from the Clinic Director prior to the event.  There will be homework and self-study assignments following each day of the clinic.  In order to receive a certificate of completion participants must complete mock child forensic interviews with actors and pass a test following the conclusion of the Clinic. \nThe APSAC Child Forensic Interview Clinic is intended as an initial training for professionals whose job responsibilities include conducting in-depth forensic investigative interviews of children who may have experienced or witnessed maltreatment\, exploitation\, neglect\, or other crimes. These interviews are conducted as part of a multidisciplinary team investigative process in affiliation with a Child Advocacy Center (CAC)\, police agency\, or government-sponsored child protection agency. \nTo meet the criteria for attendance you must be one of the following: \n\nEndorsed by a CAC\nEndorsed by a police agency\nEndorsed by a government-sponsored child protection agency as someone who is or will be responsible for conducting in-depth forensic interviews of children on a regular basis\nA child abuse pediatric fellow\n\nUpon completion of the clinic\, you will need to be able to implement the training as a member of (or endorsed by) an existing CAC and/or multidisciplinary child abuse investigation team. (Any exceptions must be approved in advance by the Clinic Director and will only be considered on a space-available basis.) The APSAC Child Forensic Interview Clinic will be conducted in English and participants must be fluent in English. APSAC is unable to provide interpretation services. \nPlease use this link for verification that you qualify for the Forensic Interview Clinic. \nRegister through APSAC\nMember Registration: $1095\nNon-Member Registration: $1350\n33.5 Continuing Education Credits (Psychology and Social Work): $40 \nScholarship funds available for law enforcement officers interested in attending the clinics. Click here for full eligibility information and the application form. \nCancellation Policy\nDue to the nature of this event APSAC Forensic Interview Clinics have a no refund policy. Agencies may send another individual in the place of the individual who is unable to attend without incurring an additional fee. All substitutions must be finalized by August 1st. If you have any questions please email us at onlinetraining@apsac.org .
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/apsac-virtual-forensic-interview-clinic/2023-08-21/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230725T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230725T103000
DTSTAMP:20260420T001447
CREATED:20230522T211536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230522T211536Z
UID:10000449-1690275600-1690281000@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Investigating Crimes Against Children with Disabilities - Considerations for Law Enforcement
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThe American Professional Society on the Abuse of Children (APSAC) is presenting a training opportunity with Dermot Whelan\, a Senior Consultant for the Disability Division of Modell Consulting Group\, LLC. During this session\, participants will increase their knowledge about the needs of crime victims with disabilities and learn about the most effective preliminary investigative steps to take when called to handle a matter involving a victim and/or witness with disabilities. \nRegister via APSAC\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/investigating-crimes-against-children-with-disabilities-considerations-for-law-enforcement/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Investigation,Multidisciplinary teams
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230711T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230711T103000
DTSTAMP:20260420T001447
CREATED:20230522T205536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230522T205536Z
UID:10000450-1689066000-1689071400@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Adapted Protocol for Interviewing Children Who Do Not Speak
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThe American Professional Society on the Abuse of Children (APSAC) is presenting a training opportunity with Kate Homan\, MS\, a Senior Consultant for Modell Consulting Group\, LLC. During this module participants will receive an introduction to interviewing children who do not speak. Participants will learn how to establish communication with an individual who can only respond using “yes” and “no” in addition to learning how to use the hybrid question style. \nRegister via APSAC
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/adapted-protocol-for-interviewing-children-who-do-not-speak/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230620T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230620T103000
DTSTAMP:20260420T001447
CREATED:20230421T185058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230421T185058Z
UID:10000434-1687251600-1687257000@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Interviewing Children with Communication Disorders
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThe American Professional Society on the Abuse of Children (APSAC) is hosting a training opportunity that is presented by Staci Whitney\, Senior Director of Modell Consulting Group\, LLC (MCG). \nIn this session\, participants will learn specifically about communicating with children with communication disorders\, and speech-language disorders\, including interviewing children who utilize communication devices. \nRegister via APSAC\nMember Registration: $50\nNon-Member Registration: $65\nMember CEs: $10\nNon-Member CEs: $25
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/interviewing-children-with-communication-disorders/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Multidisciplinary teams
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230606T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230606T103000
DTSTAMP:20260420T001447
CREATED:20230421T184853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230421T184853Z
UID:10000433-1686042000-1686047400@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Advanced Considerations for Interviewing Children with Disabilities Part II
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThe American Professional Society on the Abuse of Children (APSAC) is hosting this training opportunity presented by Dermot Whelan\, Senior Consultant for the Disability Services Division of Modell Consulting Group\, LLC. \nIn this session\, participants will learn about disabilities in detail\, including physical disability\, cerebral palsy\, communication disorders\, and deaf and hard-of-hearing children. In addition\, participants will learn strategies for communicating with children with disabilities. \nRegister via APSAC\nMember Registration: $50\nNon-Member Registration: $65\nMember CEs: $10\nNon-Member CEs: $25 \n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/advanced-considerations-for-interviewing-children-with-disabilities-part-ii/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Multidisciplinary teams
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230522
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230527
DTSTAMP:20260420T001447
CREATED:20230327T185403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230327T185403Z
UID:10000424-1684713600-1685145599@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:APSAC 30th Colloquium: Soaring to New Heights
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nAPSAC’s 30th Colloquium will bring high-quality interdisciplinary learning opportunities to child maltreatment researchers and practitioners across experience levels and professions. Extraordinary plenary speakers will join us and more than 130 sessions will be available! Sessions will be offered at beginning\, intermediate\, or advanced levels for professionals in mental health\, social work\, medicine\, nursing\, law\, education\, law enforcement\, prevention\, research\, advocacy\, child protective services\, and allied fields. \nRegister via APSAC\n​Location/Lodging ​\nThe 2023 APSAC Colloquium will be held at the Sheraton Denver Downtown Hotel\, 1550 Court Place\, Denver\, CO 80202.   The discounted rate for conference attendees is $219 per night. These rates are available until April 1\, 2023\, or until the block is exhausted\, whichever comes first. Reservations can be made here or by calling Sheraton Reservations at 1-303-893-3333. Please be sure to ask for the APSAC special rate! We urge you to make your hotel reservations early. \nGroup Registration Discounts\nAPSAC is pleased to offer a discount for groups of five or more at a savings of 10% off the regular registration rate for each attendee in the group. Use the discount code GROUPREG to activate this discount. \nCancellations\nAPSAC will honor all written cancellations and change requests received by April 1\, 2023. A $50 processing fee will apply. Refunds will be processed after June 15\, 2023. Registrations can be transferred to another party at any time without penalty\, as long as APSAC is notified by May 12\, 2023.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/apsac-30th-colloquium-soaring-to-new-heights/
LOCATION:Sheraton Denver Downtown Hotel\, 1550 Court Place\, Denver\, CO\, 80202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Special Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230426T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230426T140000
DTSTAMP:20260420T001447
CREATED:20230222T230252Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230222T230252Z
UID:10000415-1682514000-1682517600@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Collaborative & Proactive Solutions: Moving From Power and Control to Collaboration and Problem-Solving
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThe American Professional Society on the Abuse of Children (APSAC) is presenting a training event with Ross W. Greene\, Ph. D. \nThis is the innovative\, evidence-based\, trauma-informed model Dr. Ross Greene describes in his influential books The Explosive Child\, Lost at School\, Lost & Found\, and Raising Human Beings. The model represents a significant departure from discipline-as-usual:  it focuses on solving problems rather than modifying behavior\, emphasizes collaborative rather than unilateral solutions\, encourages proactive rather than reactive intervention\, de-emphasizes diagnostic categories\, and provides practical\, research-based tools for assessment and intervention. \nAbout the Presenter\nRoss W. Greene\, Ph.D.\, is a clinical psychologist and the originator of the innovative\, evidence-based approach called Collaborative & Proactive Solutions (CPS)\, as described in his influential books The Explosive Child\, Lost at School\, Lost & Found\, and Raising Human Beings. He also developed\, and executive produced the award-winning documentary film The Kids We Lose\, released in 2018. Dr. Greene was on the faculty at Harvard Medical School for over 20 years\, and is now founding director of the non-profit Lives in the Balance. He is also currently adjunct Professor in the Department of Psychology at Virginia Tech and adjunct Professor in the Faculty of Science at the University of Technology in Sydney\, Australia. Dr. Greene has worked with several thousand kids with concerning behaviors and their caregivers\, and he and his colleagues have overseen implementation and evaluation of the CPS model in countless schools\, inpatient psychiatric units\, and residential and juvenile detention facilities\, with dramatic effect: significant reductions in recidivism\, discipline referrals\, detentions\, suspensions\, and use of restraint and seclusion. Dr. Greene lectures throughout the world and lives in Freeport\, Maine. \nRegister via APSAC\nGeneral Admission: $25.00\nAPSAC Members and The New York Foundling Staff General Admission: Free\n1 CE Credit (Social Work & Psychology): $25.00\n1 CE Credit (Social Work & Psychology) for APSAC Members and New York Foundling Staff: $15.00 \n*If you are in New York and would like social work\, mental health or psychology CE credits please email FontanaCenter@nyfoundling.org \nAPSAC Members: You will receive your discount automatically when registering.\nThe New York Foundling Staff: Please email FontanaCenter@nyfoundling.org to request your entry code.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/collaborative-proactive-solutions-moving-from-power-and-control-to-collaboration-and-problem-solving/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Trauma-Informed Practice
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230321T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230321T103000
DTSTAMP:20260420T001447
CREATED:20230130T184552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230130T184552Z
UID:10000393-1679389200-1679394600@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Advanced Considerations for Interviewing Children with Disabilities Part 1
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nDuring this session participants will learn about disabilities in detail including: intellectual disability\, autism spectrum disorder\, and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. In addition\, participants will learn strategies for communicating with children with disabilities. Please note: You must register for each event in this series separately.\nPresenter: Staci Whitney \nRegister via APSAC\nMember Registration: $50\nNon-Member Registration: $65\nMember CEs: $10\nNon-Member CEs: $25 \n*This webinar has the same content that was presented in 2022
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/advanced-considerations-for-interviewing-children-with-disabilities-part-1/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Multidisciplinary teams
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230314T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230314T113000
DTSTAMP:20260420T001447
CREATED:20230130T184456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230130T184456Z
UID:10000392-1678788000-1678793400@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:General Considerations for Interviewing Children with Disabilities
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nDuring this session\, participants will learn pre-interview considerations for choosing an appropriate interview setting that is trauma-informed and victim-sensitive. In addition\, participants will learn pre-interview considerations for adjusting the forensic interview to the individual’s needs and methods of gathering this information pre-interview. Consideration will be given to the physical setting\, timing of the interview\, informed consent\, language\, and comfort items in the interview process.\nPresenter: Dermot Whelan \nRegister via APSAC\nMember Registration: $50\nNon-Member Registration: $65\nMember CEs: $10\nNon-Member CEs: $25 \n*This webinar has the same content that was presented in 2022
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/general-considerations-for-interviewing-children-with-disabilities/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Forensic Interview,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230228T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230228T103000
DTSTAMP:20260420T001447
CREATED:20230130T190141Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230130T190141Z
UID:10000391-1677574800-1677580200@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Communication Considerations for Children with Disabilities
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nDuring this session from APSAC\, participants will learn about general communication considerations for interviewing children with disabilities. These will include many of the same strategies that are utilized in all interviews and investigations and how they can be appropriately applied to interviewing children with disabilities\, including any necessary accommodations.\nPresenter: Kate Homan \nRegister via APSAC\nMember Registration: $50\nNon-Member Registration: $65\nMember CEs: $10\nNon-Member CEs: $25 \n*This webinar has the same content that was presented in 2022
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/communication-considerations-for-children-with-disabilities-2/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230228T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230228T103000
DTSTAMP:20260420T001447
CREATED:20221216T211116Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221222T184653Z
UID:10000378-1677574800-1677580200@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Communication Considerations for Children with Disabilities
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nDuring this session from APSAC\, participants will learn about general communication considerations for interviewing children with disabilities. These will include many of the same strategies that are utilized in all interviews and investigations and how they can be appropriately applied to interviewing children with disabilities\, including any necessary accommodations.\nPresenter: Kate Homan \nRegister via APSAC\nMember Registration: $50\nNon-Member Registration: $65\nMember CEs: $10\nNon-Member CEs: $25 \n*This webinar has the same content that was presented in 2022
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/communication-considerations-for-children-with-disabilities/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230131T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230131T113000
DTSTAMP:20260420T001447
CREATED:20221216T210830Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221216T210830Z
UID:10000373-1675159200-1675164600@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Children with Disabilities and Abuse Dynamics
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nDuring this session from APSAC\, participants will learn the appropriate use of language when referring to children with disabilities\, historical treatment of individuals with disabilities\, statistics/incident rates related to individuals with disabilities\, and common biases and assumptions related to children with disabilities. \nPresenter: Staci Whitney \nRegister through APSAC\nMember Registration: $50\nNon-Member Registration: $65\nMember CEs: $10\nNon-Member CEs: $25
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/children-with-disabilities-and-abuse-dynamics/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220926
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221008
DTSTAMP:20260420T001447
CREATED:20220721T181558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220727T160240Z
UID:10000323-1664150400-1665187199@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:APSAC Virtual Forensic Interviewing Clinic
DESCRIPTION:Clinic Dates: September 26\, 30\, October 3\, 7. The clinic takes place in central time. \nTraining Overview\nThe comprehensive Clinic offers a unique opportunity to participate in an intensive training experience focused on the basic skills and knowledge necessary to conduct child forensic interviews. Participants will have personal interaction with leading experts in the field of child forensic interviewing. Attendees must complete pre-clinic assignments and respond to communication from the Clinic Director prior to the event.  There will be homework and self-study assignments following each day of the clinic.  In order to receive a certificate of completion participants must complete mock child forensic interviews with actors and pass a test following the conclusion of the Clinic. \nCost\n\nMembers: $1095\nNon-members: 1350\n\nRegister online \nCancellation Policy\nDue to the nature of this event APSAC Forensic Interviewing Clinics have a no refund policy. Agencies may send another individual in the place of the individual who is unable to attend without incurring an additional fee. All substitutions must be finalized by September 1st. If you have any questions please email us at onlinetraining@apsac.org. \nSchedule\nDay 1: Monday September 26 – 9:00 am to 6:30 pm Central\nDay 2: Friday September 30 – 9:30 am to 6:30 pm Central\nDay 3: Monday October 3 – 9:30 am to 6:30 pm Central\nDay 4: Friday October 7 – 9:30 am to 6:00 pm Central
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/apsac-virtual-forensic-interviewing-clinic-2/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Accreditation,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Online Webinar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220606
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220611
DTSTAMP:20260420T001447
CREATED:20220425T190120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220425T190120Z
UID:10000321-1654473600-1654905599@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:29th APSAC Colloquium: Celebrating Resilience
DESCRIPTION:APSAC is excited to announce the 29th Colloquium will be held in New Orleans\, LA\, June 6 -10\, 2022. \nColloquium Theme: Celebrating Resilience \n\nPre-conference institutes: June 6 (Full Day) – 7 (Morning)\nFour days and multiple tracks featuring APSAC’s distinguished mix of research and practice:\nJune 7 (1:00 central) – June 10 (2:30 central)\n\nColloquium Overview\nAPSAC’s 29th Colloquium will bring high-quality interdisciplinary learning opportunities to child maltreatment researchers and practitioners across experience levels and professions. Extraordinary plenary speakers will join us and more than 50 workshops will be available! Sessions will be offered at beginning\, intermediate\, or advanced level for professionals in mental health\, social work\, medicine\, nursing\, law\, education\, law enforcement\, prevention\, research\, advocacy\, child protective services\, and allied fields. \nRegistration\nRegister online for the colloquium. \n\nColloquium: $449 members/$509 non-members\nAdvanced Training Institutes Only (One or One and a Half Day): $159 members/$189 non-members\nInstitutes + Colloquium (Full Week Registration): $569 members/ $689 non-members\nStudents Colloquium Only: $200 members/$250 non-members\nPresenters Colloquium Only: $275 members/$325 non-members\nCE Credit: $50*\nAfter May 18\, 2022: Add $75\n\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/29th-apsac-colloquium-celebrating-resilience/
LOCATION:Sheraton New Orleans Hotel\, 500 Canal Street\, New Orleans\, LA\, 70130\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Multidisciplinary teams
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220525T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220525T140000
DTSTAMP:20260420T001447
CREATED:20220414T152102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220414T152102Z
UID:10000318-1653483600-1653487200@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Children with Problematic Sexual Behavior: Who Are They and How Can We Help?
DESCRIPTION:Information on Problematic Sexual Behavior: Cognitive Behavior Therapy with Dr. Jane F. Silovsky\nRegister: Webinar Series Hosted by APSAC \nWorkshop Description\nProblematic sexual behavior (PSB) of children is a commonly misunderstood behavioral health concern. The taboo nature of the topic of “sex” hinders openness to understanding even typical sexual behavior of children. Decisions are made on myths rather than on research on PSB in children\, including its responsivity to treatment. \nThis presentation will begin with foundational information on the continuum of sexual behavior in youth\, prevalence of problematic and illegal sexual behavior\, common misconceptions\, and components of effective interventions. Problematic Sexual Behavior: Cognitive Behavior Therapy will be described and information provided on the learning collaborative training process and how to access training. \nSpeaker Biography\nJane F. Silovsky\, Ph.D.\, Professor\, is a licensed clinical child psychologist and serves as the CMRI/Jean Gumerson Endowed Chair and Director of the Center on Child Abuse and Neglect.  Dr. Silovsky received her doctorate in clinical psychology from the University of Alabama.  Currently\, she is a Professor in the Department of Pediatrics at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center. \nDr. Silovsky is the Director of the National Center on the Sexual Behavior of Youth and also provides training and technical assistance to communities implementing evidence-based treatment for youth with problematic sexual behavior. \nSince 1997\, she has been the Director of the Children with Sexual Behavior Problems program\, an assessment\, treatment\, and research program for preschool and school-age children with problematic sexual behavior.  Dr. Silovsky’s research and expertise are in the areas of problematic sexual behavior of youth\, systems change\, implementation and sustainability of program\, and prevention of child maltreatment. \nPricing & Registration\nGeneral Admission: $25 | 1 CE Credit (Social Work & Psychology): $25/workshop \nAPSAC Members & The New York Foundling Staff General Admission: FREE \n1 CE Credit (Social Work & Psychology) for APSAC members & New York Foundling Staff: $15/workshop \n*If you are in New York and would like social work\, mental health\, or psychology CE credits please email FontanaCenter@nyfoundling.org \nAPSAC Members: You will receive your discount automatically when registering. \nThe New York Foundling Staff: Please email FontanaCenter@nyfoundling.org to request your entry code.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/children-with-problematic-sexual-behavior-who-are-they-and-how-can-we-help/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Online Webinar,Problematic Sexual Behaviors
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220429T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220429T183000
DTSTAMP:20260420T001447
CREATED:20220414T155005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220414T155005Z
UID:10000319-1651222800-1651257000@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:APSAC Virtual Forensic Interviewing Clinic
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nClinic Dates: April 29\, May 2\, 6\, and 9. Register Online. \nOur comprehensive Clinic offers a unique opportunity to participate in an intensive training experience focused on the basic skills and knowledge necessary to conduct child forensic interviews. Participants will have personal interaction with leading experts in the field of child forensic interviewing. Attendees must complete pre-clinic assignments and respond to communication from the Clinic Director prior to the event. \nThere will be homework and self-study assignments following each day of the clinic. In order to receive a certificate of completion participants must complete mock child forensic interviews with actors and pass a test following the conclusion of the Clinic. \nRegistration\nIndividual Registration: Members: $1095 | Non-Members: $1350 | CEs: $40\, 33.5 Hours. Register online. \nDay 1: Friday April 29 – 9:00 am to 6:30 pm Central\nDay 2: Monday May 2 – 9:30 am to 6:30 pm Central\nDay 3: Friday May 6 – 9:30 am to 6:30 pm Central\nDay 4: Monday May 9 – 9:30 am to 6:00 pm Central \nCancellation Policy\nDue to the nature of this event APSAC Forensic Interviewing Clinics have a no refund policy. Agencies may send another individual in the place of the individual who is unable to attend without incurring an additional fee. All substitutions must be finalized by April 1st. If you have any questions please email us at onlinetraining@apsac.org.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/apsac-virtual-forensic-interviewing-clinic/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Online Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220201T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220201T103000
DTSTAMP:20260420T001447
CREATED:20220118T162531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220118T162531Z
UID:10000303-1643706000-1643711400@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:APSAC Forensic Interviewing Children with Disabilities
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nForensic Interviewing Children with Disabilities is an eight-part webinar series designed to assist interviewers in advancing their skills of interviewing children with disabilities in the most developmentally appropriate\, non-leading\, non-suggestive\, legally defensible way possible. Participants who complete each of the eight modules in the series will receive a certificate indicating participation and completion of the program.  It is required to complete all eight modules to receive this certificate. Certificates will not be issued for individual modules. \nAll sessions (February 1\, 15; March 1\, 15\, 29; April 12\, 26; May 10) will take place from 10:00 am to 11:30 pm ET on Tuesdays. The program will take place remotely through the use of live interactive webinars over Zoom. \nView details for each session and register online through APSAC. \nContinuing Education\nAPSAC is recognized as a provider of psychology and social work continuing education credits. Participating psychologists and social workers will receive 12 contact hours in the course and a certificate of completion will clearly note the number of credits awarded. Participants applying for CE credits must participate in all 8 sessions.  The cost of continuing education credits is $40 for the entire course. For more information on Continuing Education Credit\, Click Here. \n​
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/apsac-forensic-interviewing-children-with-disabilities/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Forensic Interview,Online Webinar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210712
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210716
DTSTAMP:20260420T001447
CREATED:20210409T185234Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210409T185234Z
UID:10000271-1626048000-1626393599@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:APSAC's 28th Colloquium
DESCRIPTION:Promoting Racial Diversity\, Equity\, and Inclusion Across Disciplines and Organizations Addressing Child Maltreatment\nOpening events\, members meeting and awards presentation: July 12 \nThree days and multiple tracks featuring APSAC’s distinguished mix of research and practice: July 13\, 14\, 15 \nAPSAC’s Virtual Colloquium will bring high-quality interdisciplinary learning opportunities to child maltreatment researchers and practitioners across experience levels and professions. Extraordinary plenary speakers will join us virtually and more than 50 workshops will be available! Sessions will be offered at beginning\, intermediate\, or advanced level for professionals in mental health\, social work\, medicine\, nursing\, law\, education\, law enforcement\, prevention\, research\, advocacy\, child protective services\, and allied fields. \nTracks Planned for the APSAC Virtual Colloquium 2021:\n\nCommunity Initiatives to Promote Change in Child Welfare Practice\nForensic Interviewing: Trends\, Practices\, and New Developments\nPromoting Racial Justice in Child Welfare Practice\nInvestigation and Prosecution of Child Maltreatment\nChild Sex Trafficking\nIssues in Parent-Child Visitation \nNew Solutions to Support Prevention \nAddressing Problematic Sexual Behavior in Youth \nCultural Sensitivity in Child Abuse Pediatrics \nResearch You Can Use!\nResilience in Children and Families Experiencing Trauma \nSupporting Those Who Support the Families You Serve\nWhat We Learned About Child Welfare During COVID-19\n\nRegister by May 1 for Early Bird Discount!\n\nAPSAC Members: $275\nAPSAC Non-Members: $450\nMembership PLUS registration package: $350*\nPresenter members: On the house! \nPresenter non-members: $150\n\nRegister by May 1 to receive 10% off member and non-member registration! \n *Membership PLUS registration package is not eligible for the Early Bird discount. \n​
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/apsacs-28th-colloquium/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Online Webinar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210405
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210406
DTSTAMP:20260420T001447
CREATED:20210303T170821Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210303T170821Z
UID:10000268-1617580800-1617667199@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:APSAC Forensic Interview Training
DESCRIPTION:APSAC pioneered the Forensic Interview Training Institute model to focus on the needs of professionals responsible for conducting forensic/investigative interviews with children in suspected abuse cases. Our comprehensive Institute offers a unique opportunity to participate in an intensive training experience and have personal interaction with leading experts in the field of child forensic interviewing. \nAbout the Forensic Interviewing Clinics & Institutes\nDeveloped by top experts\, APSAC’s curriculum teaches a structured narrative interview approach that emphasizes best practices based on research and is guided by the best interests of the child. Attendees will receive a balanced review of several protocols and will develop their own customized narrative interview approach based on the principles taught during the Clinic and contained in the 2012 APSAC Practice Guidelines on Forensic Interviewing in Cases of Suspected Child Abuse. \nSession Dates: April 5\, 9\, 12 and 16\, 2021. \nContinuing Education\nCEU’s are available\, however CME’s are not available at this time. APSAC is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. APSAC maintains responsibility for this program and its content.​ \nScholarship funds are available for law enforcement officers interested in attending the clinics. Click here for full eligibility information and the application form.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/apsac-forensic-interview-training/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Forensic Interview,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
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