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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240909
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240911
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SUMMARY:NCAC Increasing Skill in Forensic Interviewing of Children
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nMastering the use of optimal questioning strategies and legally defensible social support requires additional training beyond an initial one-week class. This course deepens interviewers’ understanding of the why and how of effective questioning strategies and the provision of sensitive and targeted social support. Opportunities for practice are provided. \nThis training is highly recommended as the first follow-up training for newer interviewers as well as those who wish to refresh and update their skills. \nRegister through NCAC\nRegister by September 5\, 2025
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ncac-increasing-skill-in-forensic-interviewing-of-children-2/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240826T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240826T160000
DTSTAMP:20260505T224310
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240604T200515Z
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SUMMARY:First Witness Mind the Gap
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nDesigned for advocates who have already completed a full 24-hour Advocacy Training\, Mind the Gap adds to the fundamentals of victim advocacy as laid out in the 2023 Victim Advocacy Standard for Accreditation training standard set forth by the National Children’s Alliance (NCA). This training has been approved by the NCA. \nDuring the training\, advocates will learn about Victim Rights and Compensation\, Cultural Responsiveness and Addressing Explicit Bias\, Caregiver Resilience\, Domestic Violence and Polyvictimization\, and Referral methods. Trainers will teach participants how to put these principles into practice action through hands-on activities\, real-life examples\, and discussion. \nMind the Gap was developed by Family Advocates and Trainers at First Witness Child Advocacy Center in Duluth\, MN. First Witness’ 24-hour Training for Advocates Working with a CAC is available for advocates who have not yet received the fundamental advocacy training as laid out by the NCA. \nRegister through First Witness
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/first-witness-mind-the-gap-3/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers
ORGANIZER;CN="First Witness":MAILTO:Info@firstwitness.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240826
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240828
DTSTAMP:20260505T224310
CREATED:20240730T152629Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240730T152646Z
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SUMMARY:NCJTC Sexual Offenses: Mind and Motivation
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nGain an introduction into the psychology\, or mindset\, of those that commit sexually motivated crimes. Learn about sex offender typologies and patterns of behavior. Explore the relationship between paraphilia\, such as exhibitionism\, voyeurism\, fetishism\, and criminal acts. Review and dissect real case examples to gain insight into offender modus operandi. Knowledge obtained can be applied during interview and interrogation to help resolve sexually motivated cases. This training is suitable for community correction officers\, law enforcement\, prosecutors\, and social workers. \nLearning Objectives\n\nIdentify the psychology\, mindset and types of sex offenders\nApply investigative strategies to sexually motivated crimes\nUnderstand classifications and personality traits which help identify key points in an abuser’s statement and behavior\nPerform quality investigations and interviews for successful prosecutions\n\nHighlighted topics include:\n\nSituational vs. Preferential Sex Offenders and Paraphilia\nSexual Addiction\nChild Molesters\nCase Studies\nFemale Sex Offenders and Typologies for Female Child Molesters\nRapist Typologies with Case Studies\n\nAbout the Trainer\nBill Carson is the Chief of Police for the Maryland Heights (MO) Police Department. He has more than forty years of experience as a police officer in the St. Louis metropolitan area\, and has served sixteen years in criminal investigation units as a detective\, a supervisor and eventually a commander\, having experience in juvenile\, sex crimes\, homicide\, and undercover narcotics & vice investigations. In addition to this experience\, he has received several hundred hours of specialized training related to the investigation of sex crimes. \nRegister at NCJTC\nThis fee includes 16 hours of training\, program materials and instructional costs. Participants are responsible for costs and arrangements related to meals\, travel\, and lodging.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ncjtc-sexual-offenses-mind-and-motiviation/
LOCATION:Georgetown Police Department\, 3500 D B Wood Rd\, Georgetown\, TX\, 78628\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240821T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240821T133000
DTSTAMP:20260505T224310
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240604T200325Z
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SUMMARY:First Witness | Recantation: Why Does It Happen and What Do We Do?
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThis presentation will discuss the dynamics behind recantations of child abuse disclosures\, both in forensic interviews and outside of forensic interviews. This session will review frequently asked questions about recantation\, such as “why does recantation happen?”\, “can we avoid recantation?” “how do we minimize the likelihood of recantation”\, and “what do we do now?”. Participants will leave with an understanding of recantation and child abuse dynamics\, follow-up recantation forensic interviews\, and next steps for investigative team members in child abuse cases that involve full and partial recantations/retractions of children’s statements. \nRegister Through First Witness\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/first-witness-recantation-why-does-it-happen-and-what-do-we-do/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="First Witness":MAILTO:Info@firstwitness.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240820T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240820T133000
DTSTAMP:20260505T224310
CREATED:20240515T165606Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240814T195109Z
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SUMMARY:Leadership Training Series
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\n\nThe Minnesota Children’s Alliance (the Alliance) is excited to have Brandon Jones\, executive director at the Minnesota Association of Children’s Mental Health and chair of the Alliance’s board of directors.\, to present on Leadership Training Series to explore the dimensions of strong leadership and develope or strengthen your skills to guide your team. \nRethinking Trauma-Informed Care to Support Sustainable Wellness\nThis training will give participants a learning opportunity to be trauma-informed and sustain themselves in their professions and lifestyles. Often\, providers tend to put others’ needs before their own. Unfortunately\, we are regularly exposed to circumstances that impact youth\, affecting their ability to continue on their road to success. Due to the demands and difficulties we are currently facing\, it is not uncommon to question our abilities to help youth and community members move forward. Since we are in the helping profession\, we begin to doubt ourselves. However\, your impact is still essential.\nLearning Objectives\n\nParticipants will understand strategies and approaches that can be used to improve their ability to connect and serve youth during these challenging times.\nParticipants will learn strategies to help youth and families in crisis connect with appropriate professional help.\nParticipants will share their perceptions of self-care in social services and education.\nParticipants will discuss what institutional strategies should be promoted to lower burnout rates\, compassion fatigue\, and secondary traumatic stress.\nParticipants will be able to develop a sustainable plan to improve their self-care around issues of secondary trauma\, vicarious trauma\, and parallel trauma.\n\nAbout the Presenter\n\nBrandon Jones\, serving as the Executive Director of the Minnesota Association for Children’s Mental Health\, brings a wealth of expertise in consulting and therapy. His focus areas encompass Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs)\, Historical and Intergenerational trauma\, Social/Emotional Intelligence (EQ)\, Leadership\, and the Intercultural Development Inventory (IDI). Brandon’s academic journey boasts a B.A. in Sociology from the University of Minnesota\, a master’s in Community Psychology from Metropolitan State University\, and a master’s in Psychotherapy (MFT) from Adler Graduate School. His distinction as a 2013 Bush Foundation Leadership Fellow also speaks to his dedication to leadership excellence. His life ethos is encapsulated in the motto: “Live life with Purpose on Purpose”.\n\n\n\nRegistration is Free!\nRegistered attendees will receive a Zoom link 1 week and 1 day before this training event starts.\nWe are excited to start the new year with this training. The Alliance believes trauma-informed\, anti-racist\, and culturally responsive services are essential to helping children heal. We continue to offer virtually the highest quality training\, with nationally renowned speakers.\n\nContinuing Education Credits\nPOST\, Legal Education\, and Social Work credits will be available for all eligible participants providing services in Minnesota\, US.\nContact Info\nPlease contact MaiXi Ye at maixi@minnesotachildrensalliance.org if you have any questions or concerns.\n\n\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/leadership-training-series-3/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Multidisciplinary teams
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ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Children's Alliance":MAILTO:info@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240815T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240815T160000
DTSTAMP:20260505T224310
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SUMMARY:Historical Trauma\, Toxic Stress\, and Indigenous Communities
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nJoin us as we “Connect the Dots” in understanding how ongoing Historical Trauma and Toxic Stress not only directly impact our Indigenous Communities\, but our broader society as well. As helping professionals\, it is our duty to understand the neuroscience and epigenetics behind toxic stress\, to understand the current day implications\, and to find ways to make paradigm shifts in the way we do the work as well as in the way our systems and policies are impacting our community members. The impact of colonization\, historical trauma\, intergenerational adversities\, childhood trauma\, ongoing racism and discriminatory practices continue to challenge us; it is only when we look holistically at what our society\, communities\, families and individuals need that we will be able to overcome these challenges.\nAbout the Trainer\nLinsey McMurrin\, a citizen of the Leech Lake Nation of Ojibwe\, is committed to the ongoing process of integrating trauma-sensitive\, equity driven\, restoratively based and culturally responsive approaches into the organizations\, institutions\, systems and policies throughout our communities and beyond in order to cultivate environments in which everyone can find pathways to healing and success. She believes a firm understanding of the root causes of the contemporary issues we face as a society today is paramount to making true and lasting change that is necessary for individuals\, families and communities to thrive. Linsey centers her approach around the importance of building relationship through authentic connection and empathetic listening\, as these are the building blocks of cultivating the thriving and inclusive communities we all want for our children\, both now and for generations to come.\nRegistration is Free!\n\nRegistered attendees will receive a Zoom link 1 week and 1 day before this training event starts. \nWe are excited to start the new year with this training. The Alliance believes trauma-informed\, anti-racist\, and culturally responsive services are essential to helping children heal. We continue to offer virtually the highest quality training\, with nationally renowned speakers. \n\nContinuing Education Credits\nSocial work continuing education credits will be available for all eligible participants providing services in Minnesota\, US.\nCancellation Policy\nThe Alliance recognizes that sometimes professionals are called away at the last minute to accommodate the needs of our kids. Please contact MaiXi Ye at maixi@minnesotachildrensalliance.org if you have any questions or concerns.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/historical-trauma-toxic-stress-and-indigenous-communities/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Mental Health Network,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Trauma-Informed Practice
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ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Children's Alliance":MAILTO:info@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240815T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240815T143000
DTSTAMP:20260505T224310
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SUMMARY:NCAC Cultivating the Forensic Interview Program: Support for CAC Executive Directors
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThe National Children’s Advocacy Center is presenting four monthly 90-minute virtual sessions that will include a maximum of ten CAC directors on how they can build a successful forensic interview program at their CACs. \nExecutive directors of Children’s Advocacy Centers (CAC) are key champions of child forensic interviewers. Many are responsible for recruiting new interviewers\, providing access to high-quality training and peer review and support\, and supervision; and sustaining and retaining those interviewers at their centers. However\, most CAC directors receive little to no training in forensic interviewing (i.e.\, general knowledge\, protocols\, research\, resources\, etc.)\, which impedes their ability to fully support the interviewers in their CAC. To meet the needs of CAC directors\, especially those newer to their positions\, the National Children’s Advocacy Center (NCAC) has developed a new training\, Cultivating the Forensic Interview Program: Support for CAC Executive Directors. \nFacilitated by Linda Cordisco Steele\, this consultation group for executive directors will cover the fundamentals of an effective child forensic interviewing program at a CAC\, the role of the interviewer\, and how to identify the strengths and needs of participants’ current forensic interviewing programs. Upon completion of the program\, executive directors will have developed an actionable plan to support their efforts to enhance the child forensic interviewing program at their respective CACs. \nTraining Format\nThis training will consist of four monthly 90-minute virtual sessions and will include a maximum of 10 CAC directors. The group’s smaller size will enable more interaction with and learning from other participants and the facilitator. These sessions will occur on the following Thursdays at 2:00 p.m. ET/1:00 p.m. CT/11:00 a.m. PT: \n\nThursday\, July 25\, 2024 | Topic: Discuss the current state of participants’ forensic interview program (what is going well\, what areas need attention\, and strategies for recruiting forensic interviewers.\nThursday\, August 15\, 2024 | Topic: Training\, mentoring\, and in-going coaching of forensic interviewers\nThursday\, September 26\, 2024 | Topic: Working effectively with multidisciplinary team (MDT) partners\nThursday\, October 17\, 2024 | Topic: Retention of forensic interviewers\n\nAbout the Trainer\nLinda Cordisco Steele\, MEd\, LPC\, is the Director of Forensic Interview Training and Services at the NCAC and a nationally recognized expert on forensic interviewing. Linda has been a forensic interviewer since 1993 and has worked at CACs in Alabama\, New Mexico\, and Kentucky. In addition to conducting forensic interviews at NCAC\, Linda provides supervision and consultation on forensic interviews locally and nationally. \nRegister through NCAC\nQualifications and Application Process\nIdeal candidates for this training will be CAC directors who: \n\nAdministrative supervisors of child forensic interviewers but who have no direct knowledge or experience with conducting forensic interviews\, or currently do not have a position dedicated to the supervision of forensic interviewers;\nWork in a small or rural CAC with minimal resources for forensic interviewers\nHave worked as the director at their CAC for five years or less.\n\nThose selected to participate must commit to attending all four sessions and have access to Zoom including a webcam\, microphone\, and speakers.  To apply\, click this link and complete the application by June 21\, 2024. There is no fee to attend. If accepted\, you will be notified by July 12\, 2024. 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ncac-cultivating-the-forensic-interview-program-support-for-cac-executive-directors/2024-08-15/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240814
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240815
DTSTAMP:20260505T224310
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SUMMARY:NCAC Interviewing Children on the Autism Spectrum
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nChildren with neurodivergent disorders such as ASD are at an increased risk of child maltreatment. This population presents challenges for forensic interviewers as there is great variability in functioning including unique memory and cognitive processes\, linguistic style\, understanding and expression of emotions\, and forming connections with others. Many of these children can provide information about their experiences if the interviewer is able to adapt questioning approaches and interview strategies to meet the needs of this child. Preparation and flexibility are key. While providing a review of possible domains of impact on functioning\, this training will focus on tips for information gathering\, preparation with the investigative partners to set reasonable expectations\, and adaptations to questioning strategies and interview phases. \nThis training is recommended for forensic interviewers who have developed some comfort and flexibility with the continuum of questioning strategies and the phases of a forensic interview. \nRegister through NCAC\nRegister by July 14\, 2024 \nRegistration is not a guarantee of acceptance into the course. Seats in this training are intended for professionals currently working as part of a Children’s Advocacy Center (CAC). The NCAC reserves the right to refund the registration of anyone who is not currently working as part of a CAC to ensure that currently practicing professionals receive the training they need. Upon acceptance\, you will receive a Final Confirmation and Logistics email. Please refrain from booking non-refundable travel until this email is sent. \nThe full registration fee is due by the fee deadline stated above in order to hold your spot. Registrants that have not paid in full by the deadline will be released from the training\, and we will contact those on the waitlist. \nCancellation Policy\nIf you are unable to attend the training\, you must submit your cancellation notice at least 30 days prior to the training in order to be refunded the full amount\, less a $100 administrative fee. Your agency may choose to replace your spot in the training with another member of the agency at no penalty. Late cancellations may be considered for a training credit that may be used by your agency for up to one year. Failure to show up for the training forfeits the registration fee completely. \nIn the event the NCAC cancels the training for any reason\, 100% of the registration fee will be refunded.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ncac-interviewing-children-on-the-autism-spectrum/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240813
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240816
DTSTAMP:20260505T224310
CREATED:20240604T183753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240604T183753Z
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SUMMARY:First Witness Training for Advocates Working with a CAC
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThis training meets all essential components in the 2023 National Children’s Alliance (NCA) Standard of Victim Advocacy.  \nFirst Witness Child Advocacy Center’s advocacy program bridges the gap between individual advocacy with one victim and system-based advocacy that creates change for many victims. This contrasts with more restrictive advocacy models that are based on delivering services identified by practitioners and systems rather than victims.  \nThrough hands-on practice\, participants will learn how to put advocacy principles into action\, including: conducting a focus group to improve programming\, changing organizations and systems and creating programs and interventions that meet victims’ needs.  \nParticipants will practice skills for effective crisis intervention and advocacy\, problem solving and decision making around the toughest issues in advocacy work.  \nRegister through First Witness\nPlease note that this is a hybrid format.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/first-witness-training-for-advocates-working-with-a-cac-10/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers
ORGANIZER;CN="First Witness":MAILTO:Info@firstwitness.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240808T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240808T123000
DTSTAMP:20260505T224310
CREATED:20240625T210331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240625T210331Z
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SUMMARY:Bikers Against Child Abuse
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThe Minnesota Alliance on Crime and the Alliance are partnering together on this training opportunity to learn about Bikers Against Child Abuse. \nBikers Against Child Abuse\, Inc. (B.A.C.A.) is a non-profit\, 501-C-3 tax exempt organization that exists to provide aid\, comfort\, safety\, and support for children that have been sexually\, physically\, and emotionally abused. They are dedicated to the principle that one of the basic rights of childhood is to be safe and protected\, and when the child’s family or environment have failed them\, they stand ready to provide it to them. \nBACA recently worked with a family in Dakota county and helped the child\, or “hero” as BACA refers to them\, through the court process. Orca\, the Vice President of the Great Rivers chapter of BACA will present on how BACA works\, and Jennifer Malm of Dakota county will discuss the impact these bikers had on the child victim. \nRegister through MAC\nThis webinar is free for all to attend. The webinar will be recorded and the recording will be made available exclusively for MAC members.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/bikers-against-child-abuse/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Special Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240806
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240809
DTSTAMP:20260505T224310
CREATED:20240604T200758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240604T200857Z
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SUMMARY:CornerHouse | Advanced Forensic Interview Training
DESCRIPTION: Training Overview\nThis training is for experienced forensic interviewers where they will gain knowledge and experience in the art of advanced forensic interviewing while connecting with other advanced practitioners. You will learn the best practices in forensic interviewing\, delivery of effective court testimony\, how to identify and manage bias\, strategies for working with diversity and special circumstances\, and how to manage secondary and vicarious trauma. Along with 8 hours of online learning\, the in-person training utilizes lecture\, discussion\, demonstration videos\, role-playing\, and guided reflection. \nThis training is taking place in-person in Roseville\, MN. Each day training will take place from 8:00am-4:30pm Central Time. \nRegister through CornerHouse\nPlease view our cancellation policy and other policies here! https://www.cornerhousemn.org/training-policies
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/cornerhouse-advanced-forensic-interview-training-8/
LOCATION:CornerHouse Training Site\, 1711 West County Road B\, Roseville\, MN\, 55113\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview
ORGANIZER;CN="CornerHouse":MAILTO:info@cornerhousemn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240802T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240802T150000
DTSTAMP:20260505T224310
CREATED:20240604T201712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240604T201712Z
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SUMMARY:Understanding and Treating Youth Depressive Disorders
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nInstitute for Human Services (IHS) is presenting a two-hour intermediate level\, live virtual course on Understanding and Treating Youth Depressive Disorders. This training is appropriate for social workers\, counselors\, psychologist\, and other helping professionals who treat youth. \nThis training delves into the realm of youth depression\, highlighting various types of major depression. Participants will learn to differentiate between youth who are “down” and youth who have a depressive disorder. This training discusses protective factors that can help depressed youth enhance their overall sense of well-being. Participants will learn interactive techniques designed to help youth explore how to think about the aspects of depression they struggle with. This training will also explore how to handle common challenges and create healthy motivation and provide numerous practical suggestions on how to support individuals grappling with depression. These suggestions are youth friendly and will focus on making small but sustainable lifestyle changes. \nLearning Objectives\n\nDifferentiate between the youth with the blues and youth depressive disorder diagnoses.\nDevelop at least three strategies to utilize a youth’s protective factors to help mitigate their depression and enhance overall well-being.\nImplement at least three strategies to support young individuals experiencing depressive symptoms.\n\nAbout the Trainer\nJim Still-Pepper\, MA\, LSW is the Director of Community Based Clinical Services at Allwell Behavioral Health Services Inc.\, a community mental health center where he has worked for over 3 decades striving to get clinical services out of the centers\, and into the community. Jim is the founder of Still Light Seminars LLC\, a motivational training and consulting company; he has trained nationally and internationally focusing on mental health\, and care of\, children and adolescents. He is also an adjunct instructor in Ashland University’s Founders School of Continuing Education. He develops online courses around behavioral interventions and understanding the mental health of students. \nRegister Through IHS\nThis training is approved for two social work continuing education credits. \nNote: This course is offered via Zoom for a $10 training fee or $20 with 2 CE credits. A few days prior to the session you will receive connectivity instructions via email. To earn CE credits\, participants must attend the session in its entirety\, remain on camera\, complete an evaluation\, and pay the training and CE fees at the time of registration. Questions? Email training@ihs-trainet.com or contact our office at 614-251-6000 Monday through Friday between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. EDT. If you need additional accessibility supports\, please contact us in advance of the training to make necessary arrangements.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/understanding-and-treating-youth-depressive-disorders/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Institute for Human Services":MAILTO:info@ihs-trainet.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240802T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240802T123000
DTSTAMP:20260505T224310
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SUMMARY:Adverse Childhood Experiences & Comprehensive Trauma-Informed Care Training
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nZero Abuse Project is presenting a training opportunity that will help professionals who work with children and families to develop necessary skills to understand ACEs and trauma. \nStudies have shown that adverse childhood experiences and traumatic events can have a lasting\, negative impact on a person’s health and well-being. This training is designed to help you develop the unique skills needed to support individuals who have experienced adverse childhood experiences and traumatic events. \nPart of an organization?\nWe understand that changing the environment and implementing policies on Trauma Informed Care (TIC) can be a difficult task. By sending a team to this training\, your organization will have the benefit of multiple professionals receiving expert knowledge to bring back to your agency. We believe this is instrumental to agency change\, therefore we are offering one FREE registration for every four registrations purchased. \nWhat participants told us they learned:\n\nTIC is a philosophical shift and not a diagnosis for PTSD\nACEs are prevalent across all economic levels\nTrauma manifests into different behaviors than expected\nTeachers should teach as if all students have ACE scores\n\nIntended Audience\nThis training is designed for professionals who work with children and families\, including educators and administrators\, childcare providers\, law enforcement\, youth-serving organizations\, health and human service providers\, faith-based organizations\, healthcare and victim advocates. \nObjectives:\n\nIncrease awareness of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and impact on well-being.\nExplain the physiological effect of trauma on the brain.\nImprove knowledge on ACEs\, Trauma\, and Trauma-Informed Care.\nDescribe Trauma-Informed Care and its impact on your work.\nGenerate actionable ideas for applying knowledge to your work with youth and adults.\nEnhance the community’s ability to prevent and respond to trauma.\n\nRegister through Zero Abuse Project\nTo pay by credit/debit card\nFor registrations paying with a credit card\, please select PayPal as your payment method – we use PayPal’s system to handle our credit card payments\, but you DO NOT NEED a PayPal account to use this payment method. When you click “Place your Order”\, you will be taken to a page that will allow you to pay by credit/debit card. \nTo pay by invoice\nIf you select this ticket option to register\, you will be emailed an invoice within 2 weeks of your registration. There is an additional nominal charge to use this payment method. \nTo direct the invoice to be emailed to someone else in your agency\, please email our Senior Program Manager\, Suzanne Severson (suzanne@zeroabuseproject.org) with this information. \nCancellation Policy\nA $75.00 cancellation fee will be imposed for cancellations made up to 3 working days prior to a scheduled training – no refunds are allowed less than 3 working days prior to a scheduled training. If available\, a registration transfer to another scheduled training within 6 months may be made for a $25.00 administrative fee. \n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/adverse-childhood-experiences-comprehensive-trauma-informed-care-training-2/2024-08-02/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Special Events,Trauma-Informed Practice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240801T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240801T123000
DTSTAMP:20260505T224310
CREATED:20240604T212812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240604T212812Z
UID:10000884-1722501000-1722515400@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Adverse Childhood Experiences & Comprehensive Trauma-Informed Care Training
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nZero Abuse Project is presenting a training opportunity that will help professionals who work with children and families to develop necessary skills to understand ACEs and trauma. \nStudies have shown that adverse childhood experiences and traumatic events can have a lasting\, negative impact on a person’s health and well-being. This training is designed to help you develop the unique skills needed to support individuals who have experienced adverse childhood experiences and traumatic events. \nPart of an organization?\nWe understand that changing the environment and implementing policies on Trauma Informed Care (TIC) can be a difficult task. By sending a team to this training\, your organization will have the benefit of multiple professionals receiving expert knowledge to bring back to your agency. We believe this is instrumental to agency change\, therefore we are offering one FREE registration for every four registrations purchased. \nWhat participants told us they learned:\n\nTIC is a philosophical shift and not a diagnosis for PTSD\nACEs are prevalent across all economic levels\nTrauma manifests into different behaviors than expected\nTeachers should teach as if all students have ACE scores\n\nIntended Audience\nThis training is designed for professionals who work with children and families\, including educators and administrators\, childcare providers\, law enforcement\, youth-serving organizations\, health and human service providers\, faith-based organizations\, healthcare and victim advocates. \nObjectives:\n\nIncrease awareness of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and impact on well-being.\nExplain the physiological effect of trauma on the brain.\nImprove knowledge on ACEs\, Trauma\, and Trauma-Informed Care.\nDescribe Trauma-Informed Care and its impact on your work.\nGenerate actionable ideas for applying knowledge to your work with youth and adults.\nEnhance the community’s ability to prevent and respond to trauma.\n\nRegister through Zero Abuse Project\nTo pay by credit/debit card\nFor registrations paying with a credit card\, please select PayPal as your payment method – we use PayPal’s system to handle our credit card payments\, but you DO NOT NEED a PayPal account to use this payment method. When you click “Place your Order”\, you will be taken to a page that will allow you to pay by credit/debit card. \nTo pay by invoice\nIf you select this ticket option to register\, you will be emailed an invoice within 2 weeks of your registration. There is an additional nominal charge to use this payment method. \nTo direct the invoice to be emailed to someone else in your agency\, please email our Senior Program Manager\, Suzanne Severson (suzanne@zeroabuseproject.org) with this information. \nCancellation Policy\nA $75.00 cancellation fee will be imposed for cancellations made up to 3 working days prior to a scheduled training – no refunds are allowed less than 3 working days prior to a scheduled training. If available\, a registration transfer to another scheduled training within 6 months may be made for a $25.00 administrative fee. \n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/adverse-childhood-experiences-comprehensive-trauma-informed-care-training-2/2024-08-01/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Special Events,Trauma-Informed Practice
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240730
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240801
DTSTAMP:20260505T224310
CREATED:20240416T153426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240416T153426Z
UID:10000849-1722297600-1722470399@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Creating a Community Action Plan for the Prevention of Child Sexual Abuse
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThe National Criminal Justice Training Center (NCJTC) of Fox Valley Technical College is hosting a training opportunity for professionals in community corrections officer\, court system personnel\, educators\, emergency management\, law enforcement\, law enforcement support\, prosecutors\, social workers\, Tribes/Tribal partners\, and victim service providers. \nJoin other child-serving professionals to create a plan of action for preventing child sexual abuse of youth in your care. Learn the signs and symptoms of child sexual abuse\, mandated reporter and stakeholder responsibilities. Identify strengths and weaknesses of current prevention practices\, and develop an action plan\, using the Strategic Prevention Dashboard\, for your organization. This course is open to all members of child-serving organizations such as preschools\, after-school care\, summer camps\, church groups\, athletic associations or others responsible for the care of minors. \nUpon completion of this training\, you will be able to: \n\nIdentify signs and symptoms of child sexual abuse\nIdentify community stakeholders and define their roles in preventing child sexual abuse\nDefine Mandated Reporter and their legal and ethical responsibilities\nIdentify strengths and weaknesses of stakeholder current prevention practices\nCreate an action plan to improve the prevention of child sexual abuse within your organization/agency (internally) and throughout your community (externally)\n\nRegister through NCJTC\nRegister by June 27\, 2024.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/creating-a-community-action-plan-for-the-prevention-of-child-sexual-abuse-4/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="National Criminal Justice Training Center Fox Valley Technical College":MAILTO:info@ncjtc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240725T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240725T143000
DTSTAMP:20260505T224310
CREATED:20240618T210440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240618T210440Z
UID:10000887-1721912400-1721917800@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:NCAC Cultivating the Forensic Interview Program: Support for CAC Executive Directors
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThe National Children’s Advocacy Center is presenting four monthly 90-minute virtual sessions that will include a maximum of ten CAC directors on how they can build a successful forensic interview program at their CACs. \nExecutive directors of Children’s Advocacy Centers (CAC) are key champions of child forensic interviewers. Many are responsible for recruiting new interviewers\, providing access to high-quality training and peer review and support\, and supervision; and sustaining and retaining those interviewers at their centers. However\, most CAC directors receive little to no training in forensic interviewing (i.e.\, general knowledge\, protocols\, research\, resources\, etc.)\, which impedes their ability to fully support the interviewers in their CAC. To meet the needs of CAC directors\, especially those newer to their positions\, the National Children’s Advocacy Center (NCAC) has developed a new training\, Cultivating the Forensic Interview Program: Support for CAC Executive Directors. \nFacilitated by Linda Cordisco Steele\, this consultation group for executive directors will cover the fundamentals of an effective child forensic interviewing program at a CAC\, the role of the interviewer\, and how to identify the strengths and needs of participants’ current forensic interviewing programs. Upon completion of the program\, executive directors will have developed an actionable plan to support their efforts to enhance the child forensic interviewing program at their respective CACs. \nTraining Format\nThis training will consist of four monthly 90-minute virtual sessions and will include a maximum of 10 CAC directors. The group’s smaller size will enable more interaction with and learning from other participants and the facilitator. These sessions will occur on the following Thursdays at 2:00 p.m. ET/1:00 p.m. CT/11:00 a.m. PT: \n\nThursday\, July 25\, 2024 | Topic: Discuss the current state of participants’ forensic interview program (what is going well\, what areas need attention\, and strategies for recruiting forensic interviewers.\nThursday\, August 15\, 2024 | Topic: Training\, mentoring\, and in-going coaching of forensic interviewers\nThursday\, September 26\, 2024 | Topic: Working effectively with multidisciplinary team (MDT) partners\nThursday\, October 17\, 2024 | Topic: Retention of forensic interviewers\n\nAbout the Trainer\nLinda Cordisco Steele\, MEd\, LPC\, is the Director of Forensic Interview Training and Services at the NCAC and a nationally recognized expert on forensic interviewing. Linda has been a forensic interviewer since 1993 and has worked at CACs in Alabama\, New Mexico\, and Kentucky. In addition to conducting forensic interviews at NCAC\, Linda provides supervision and consultation on forensic interviews locally and nationally. \nRegister through NCAC\nQualifications and Application Process\nIdeal candidates for this training will be CAC directors who: \n\nAdministrative supervisors of child forensic interviewers but who have no direct knowledge or experience with conducting forensic interviews\, or currently do not have a position dedicated to the supervision of forensic interviewers;\nWork in a small or rural CAC with minimal resources for forensic interviewers\nHave worked as the director at their CAC for five years or less.\n\nThose selected to participate must commit to attending all four sessions and have access to Zoom including a webcam\, microphone\, and speakers.  To apply\, click this link and complete the application by June 21\, 2024. There is no fee to attend. If accepted\, you will be notified by July 12\, 2024. 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ncac-cultivating-the-forensic-interview-program-support-for-cac-executive-directors/2024-07-25/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240725T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240725T140000
DTSTAMP:20260505T224310
CREATED:20240108T223341Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240116T205304Z
UID:10000634-1721912400-1721916000@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:The New York Foundling & APSAC Webinar Series on Controversial Topics
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nAPSAC and the New York Foundling are presenting webinar series on controversial topics. See below for more information and dates on each webinar. \nWebinar Series\nOnline Sexual Abuse of Children and Youth\nPresented by David Finkelhor\, PhD. | Wednesday\, February 14\, 2024 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. CT/2:00 – 3:00 p.m. ET \nThis workshop will review recent research on the varieties of online abuse of children\, and highlight misconceptions and stereotypes that inhibit effective practice and awareness. It will discuss prevention strategies\, and put particular emphasis on the evidence-based track record of comprehensive prevention education. It will suggest better prevention messages and content and flag areas where additional work needs to be done in crafting effective responses. It will put Online abuse in the context of all the varieties of child victimization and draw out the implications. \n“Just the Facts”: Best Practices for Minimal Facts Interviewing\nPresented by Thomas Lyon\, JD\, Ph.D | Wednesday\, March 27\, 2024 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. CT/2:00 – 3:00 p.m. ET \nComplexities of Child Serious Injury and Death Investigations \nPresented by Vincent J. Palusci\, MD\, MS and Leigh Bishop\, JD | Thursday\, May 9\, 2024 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. CT/2:00 – 3:00 p.m. ET \nThis webinar is designed to train multidisciplinary professionals about the investigation of serious injuries and fatalities in infants and toddlers and how to integrate investigations with medical and forensic findings. Participants will learn how to collect and interpret key findings in order to reach appropriate case determinations – free of social bias – and with all disciplines conducting thorough investigations and communicating clearly with each other to achieve the most accurate and just results on behalf of the child and the offender. \nIs Cannabis Legalization Really Impacting the Maltreatment of Children? The Highs and the Lows \nPresented by Stacie LeBlanc\, JD\, MEd and Darrell Armstrong\, Eds-MFT\, MDiv\, DDiv | Thursday\, July 25\, 2024 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. CT/2:00 – 3:00 p.m. ET \nAre Black and Hispanic Children Over-Reported\, Over-Substantiated and Over-placed Compared to White Children? The Data Say “No” \nPresented by Brett Drake\, PhD | Tuesday\, September 10\, 2024 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. CT/2:00 – 3:00 p.m. ET \nAre Black and Hispanic children “overreported” to Child Protective Services (CPS)?  We present national data from CDC\, the Census and the National Data Archive on Child Abuse and Neglect.  We compare racial differences in child maltreatment reports to racial differences in a range of known risks (e.g. poverty) and outcomes (e.g. infant mortality).  We found that Black children are being reported to CPS at a rate lower than would be expected given their high exposure to risks and high levels of non-maltreatment negative outcomes.  Hispanic children are reported to CPS at a rate lower than their risk exposure would suggest\, but similar to their rates of negative outcomes\, such as infant mortality.  This is consistent with the well-known “Hispanic Paradox”.  We also used bivariate and multivariate statistics to determine if Black and Hispanic children are substantiated or placed more than White children once reported. There were only small differences by race/ethnicity.  In recent years\, multivariate models show Black children are substantiated and placed slightly less often than Whites\, while Hispanic children and White children are substantiated and placed at similar rates. \nWhy and How White Child Protection Advocates Must Talk to Black Parents About the Harms of Corporal Punishment?\nPresented by Stacey Phatton\, PhD | Tuesday\, December 17\, 2024 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. CT/2:00 – 3:00 p.m. ET \nRegister through APSAC\nCancellation/Refund Policy\nNo cancellation and no refunds. Registration is transferable. Requests for transfer to a future event will also be considered on a case-by-case basis.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/the-new-york-foundling-apsac-webinar-series-on-controversial-topics/2024-07-25/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Culture,Equity,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Research,Technology,Trauma-Informed Practice
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240724T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240724T120000
DTSTAMP:20260505T224310
CREATED:20240604T160717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240604T160717Z
UID:10000865-1721818800-1721822400@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Impacts of Historical Trauma: How Collective Experience Shapes Current Responses to Systems
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nMinnesota Alliance on Crime (MAC) is presenting a training with Dr. Anjali Nandi. \nThis 60-minute webinar delves into the profound impact of historical trauma on various cultural and ethnic communities and explores the ways these traumas intersect with the criminal legal system. Participants will gain an understanding of how historical events have shaped collective experiences and fostered distrust in systems meant to serve and protect. Through a combination of historical context and contemporary examples\, this webinar aims to provide a starting point for deeper exploration and understanding. Participants will leave equipped with knowledge to better support clients facing these barriers and to foster a more empathetic and informed approach in their practice. \nRegister through MAC\nThis webinar is free for all to attend. The webinar will be recorded and the recording will be made available exclusively for MAC members.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/impacts-of-historical-trauma-how-collective-experience-shapes-current-responses-to-systems/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Trauma-Informed Practice
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240724
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240727
DTSTAMP:20260505T224310
CREATED:20240319T152415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240319T152415Z
UID:10000813-1721779200-1722038399@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:First Witness ChildFirst® Expanded Forensic Interview (ChildFirst®  EX)
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nBased on the nationally-recognized ChildFirst® Forensic Interview Protocol\, this 2.5-day training provides a purposeful and legally defensible process for conducting expanded forensic interviews with children who may not succeed in a standard\, single interview due to trauma\, developmental\, special needs or other complicating issues\, including polyvictimization. This training is designed for investigative teams of law enforcement officers\, social workers\, prosecutors\, child protection attorney\, and forensic interviewers who have completed a nationally recognized basic child forensic interview training.  \nThis training will teach the expanded interview process as well as research supporting multiple\, non-duplicative interviews with child victims and witnesses.  \nTo be eligible for the training\, participants must have completed a nationally recognized basic child forensic interview training (ChildFirst\, Corner House\, etc.)  \nRegister via First Witness
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/first-witness-childfirst-expanded-forensic-interview-childfirst-ex-4/
LOCATION:First Witness\, 1402 E 2nd Street\, Duluth\, MN\, 55805\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Multidisciplinary teams
ORGANIZER;CN="First Witness":MAILTO:Info@firstwitness.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240722
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240724
DTSTAMP:20260505T224310
CREATED:20240319T165632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240319T170534Z
UID:10000820-1721606400-1721779199@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:NCAC Critical Thinking in the Forensic Interview: Moving from Rote to Responsive Practice
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nEffective forensic interviewers must possess a broad repertoire of skills. Additionally\, forensic interviewers should develop a critical thinking framework to accommodate the needs of the child and the investigative team\, especially in highly complex cases. This training focuses on preparing interviewers to make thoughtful decisions throughout the entirety of the interview. Suggestions for engaging with investigative partners in the adaptations will be addressed. \nThis training is recommended for forensic interviewers wishing to improve their planning\, thinking\, and decision-making processes throughout the forensic interview as well as working effectively with investigative partners. \nWho should attend? \nThis training is specifically designed for experienced interviewers responsible for initial forensic interviews of children working with a multidisciplinary team. It is recommended that the interviewer have at least two years of interviewing experience and have completed nationally-recognized FI training. \nRegister through NCAC\nRegister by June 22\, 2024.\nThe full registration fee is due by the fee deadline stated above in order to hold your spot. Registrants that have not paid in full by the deadline will be released from the training\, and we will contact those on the waitlist. \nIf you are unable to attend the training\, you must submit your cancellation notice at least 30 days prior to the training in order to be refunded the full amount\, less a $100 administrative fee. Your agency may choose to replace your spot in the training with another member of the agency at no penalty. Late cancellations may be considered for a training credit that may be used by your agency for up to one year. Failure to show up for the training forfeits the registration fee completely. \nA 25% discount is available for registrants from developing countries or from Tribal CACs. Please contact the training coordinator for additional information. Please note: To pay via international wire transfer\, payment must be made in U.S. dollars at your expense. Banking and account information is provided on request. \nImportant Note\nTraining classes are subject to cancellation in the event of insufficient registrations. Therefore\, DO NOT make non-refundable travel arrangements until you receive both a “Preliminary Registration” e-mail AND a “Final Confirmation” e-mail from NCAC that the training will take place (approximately 4 to 6 weeks before the training).
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ncac-critical-thinking-in-the-forensic-interview-moving-from-rote-to-responsive-practice-3/
LOCATION:National Children’s Advocacy Center\, 210 Pratt Ave NE\, Huntsville\, 35801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240717T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240717T140000
DTSTAMP:20260505T224310
CREATED:20240416T150236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240416T150236Z
UID:10000846-1721217600-1721224800@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:IHS What's new in Foster Licensing for Kin?
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nA new federal rule gives states the flexibility to establish approval standards and policies for kin foster homes that differ from those required for “traditional” foster homes. As a result\, many jurisdictions are re-imagining the kinship licensing process to reflect the unique strengths\, needs and circumstances of kin caregivers. In this session we will review the new rule – it’s rationale\, what it means and what it doesn’t mean. We will explore the recommended model standards created by national organizations and identify some of the key areas states are most commonly addressing as they update requirement for kin foster parents. Time will be built in for discussion and sharing among participants. \nThis intermediate two-hour live\, virtual course is appropriate for social workers\, CPS staff and administrators\, licensing specialists\, and others connected to kinship care. \nLearning Objectives\n\nDescribe key provisions of the new federal rule on approval standards for kinship foster homes.\nConsider how they can integrate into their own work elements of the model standards recommended by national organizations.\nImplement state and local updates to the kinship approval process with an awareness of the rationale for a kin-specific approval process.\n\nAbout the Trainer\nMaureen Heffernan\, MSSA\, LISW-S is an independent child welfare consultant and trainer. She has worked across the United States assisting child welfare jurisdictions to achieve better and more equitable outcomes for vulnerable children\, youth\, and their families. Her focus areas include kinship care\, family search and engagement\, youth permanency\, foster care\, and the recruitment\, development and support of foster and adoptive families. She has extensive work experience in public and private child welfare settings\, including direct service\, supervision\, and leadership positions. \nRegister through IHS\nThere are two social work continuing credits available ($20).
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ihs-whats-new-in-foster-licensing-for-kin/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Institute for Human Services":MAILTO:info@ihs-trainet.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240716T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240716T153000
DTSTAMP:20260505T224310
CREATED:20230927T170152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230927T170152Z
UID:10000513-1721138400-1721143800@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Victim Advocate and Mental Health Partnerships Peer Consultation Forums
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nWestern Regional Children’s Advocacy Center WRCAC is pleased to begin hosting virtual Victim Advocate and Mental Health Partnerships Peer Consultation Forums. Each forum starts in a large-group format with an introduction to the topic. Participants are placed in Zoom breakout rooms of five to six to allow for small group discussions and resource sharing and support. Participants are encouraged to share work experiences and challenges in small groups and solicit feedback from peers. At the end\, participants are brought back together in one large group for a Q&A with the experts. \nTargeted Audience\nSupport and partnerships between victim advocates and mental health staff can be critical elements in serving children and families seen at children’s advocacy centers (CAC). Victim advocates and mental health clinicians are encouraged to attend as a team to provide the best opportunity for joint learning and rich discussion in sharing best practices in the partnership role. \nThis forum is intended to support and inform those relationships with presentations and discussions on topics that impact both disciplines and help us to understand: \n\nHow is the work similar?\nHow is it different?\nWhere do things intersect to provide the highest quality and most efficient client care?\n\nParticipation is open to eligible clinicians throughout the US. \nFacilitators\n\nAmelia Siders\, PhD\, State Chapter Liaison\, Western Regional Children’s Advocacy Center\nSalli Kerr\, Training Specialist\, Western Regional Children’s Advocacy Center\n\nLearning Objectives\nAs a result of this forum\, participants will: \n\nReceive informal peer consultation around issues of importance\nHave the opportunity to share best practices with other advocates and clinicians and develop ways to be supportive of one another in their work\nGain resources and ideas from presenters\, clinicians\, and advocates to support their work with children and families\n\nSchedule\nThe Victim Advocate and Mental Health Partnerships Peer Consultation Forms are scheduled as follows: \n\nOctober 17\, 2023 | 9:00am to 10:30am PT – Confidentiality Best Practices\nJanuary 16\, 2024 | 12:00pm to 1:30pm PT – Screening and Assessment\nApril 23\, 2024 | 9:00am to 10:30am PT – Topic TBD\nJuly 16\, 2024 | 12:00pm to 1:30pm PT – Topic TBD\n\n*Please note times vary to accommodate participants from across multiple time zones. \nRegister through WRCAC\nIf you have questions regarding this event\, contact Kelsey Roberts at kroberts2@rchsd.org.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/victim-advocate-and-mental-health-partnerships-peer-consultation-forums/2024-07-16/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Mental Health,Online Webinar,Trauma-Informed Practice
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240715
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240720
DTSTAMP:20260505T224310
CREATED:20240319T153055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240319T153055Z
UID:10000814-1721001600-1721433599@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:CornerHouse Basic Forensic Interview Training
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThis training teaches the CornerHouse Forensic Interview Protocol™ a credible\, reliable\, developmentally flexible and non-traumatic forensic interview protocol appropriate for children\, adolescents and vulnerable adults involved in a sexual abuse investigation. Training methods include lecture and discussion\, review of CornerHouse video-recorded interviews\, skill-building exercises\, and an interview practicum. These courses are designed for teams of forensic interviewers\, child protection workers\, tribal social service investigators\, law enforcement officers and prosecuting attorneys. Participants are encouraged to attend as a multidisciplinary team. Courses are outcome-based and include an exam upon completion. \nThis training is taking place in-person in Roseville\, MN. Each day training will take place from 8:00am-4:30pm Central Time. Friday will be a half day from 8:00am-1:00pm. A continental breakfast is offered each day as well as lunch on Monday and Thursday. \nRegister through CornerHouse\nPlease note that in consideration for the safety of CornerHouse staff\, other participants\, and our community\, we highly encourage all in-person attendees be vaccinated and test for Covid-19 before attending training. All attendees should bring a face mask and be prepared to wear it for the duration of the training. We thank you for your understanding. \nCancellation Policy\nPlease view their cancellation policy and other policies here!
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/cornerhouse-basic-forensic-interview-training-21/
LOCATION:CornerHouse Training Site\, 1711 West County Road B\, Roseville\, MN\, 55113\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview
ORGANIZER;CN="CornerHouse":MAILTO:info@cornerhousemn.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240710
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240711
DTSTAMP:20260505T224310
CREATED:20250528T205202Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250528T205202Z
UID:10001186-1720569600-1720655999@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:NCAC Preparation and Adaptations for Interviewing Children with a Disability
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nChildren with a disability are at high risk for victimization. Forensic interviewers well trained in their discipline may lack confidence when speaking with a child with a disability\, as it is unrealistic to expect that an interviewer be well-versed in the impact of the wide variety of disabilities on a child’s behavioral\, cognitive\, linguistic\, and emotional functioning. This training will address pre-interview preparation\, collaboration with investigative partners\, interview adaptations\, and the importance of critical thinking decisions through the forensic interview. \nThis training is recommended for forensic interviewers who have developed some comfort and flexibility with the continuum of questioning strategies and the phases of a forensic interview. \nRegister through NCAC\nRegister by Monday\, August 25\, 2025!
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ncac-preparation-and-adaptations-for-interviewing-children-with-a-disability-2/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240710
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240711
DTSTAMP:20260505T224310
CREATED:20240319T170118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240319T170118Z
UID:10000821-1720569600-1720655999@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:NCAC Preparation and Adaptations for Interviewing Children with a Disability
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nChildren with a disability are at high risk for victimization. Forensic interviewers well trained in their discipline may lack confidence when speaking with a child with a disability as it is unrealistic to expect that an interviewer be well versed in the impact of the wide variety of disabilities on a child’s behavioral\, cognitive\, linguistic\, and emotional functioning. This training will address pre-interview preparation\, collaboration with investigative partners\, interview adaptations\, and the importance of critical thinking decisions through the forensic interview. \nThis training is recommended for forensic interviewers who have developed some comfort and flexibility with the continuum of questioning strategies and the phases of a forensic interview. \nRegister through NCAC\nRegister by June 10\, 2024 \nRegistration is not a guarantee of acceptance into the course. Seats in this training are intended for professionals currently working as part of a Children’s Advocacy Center (CAC). The NCAC reserves the right to refund the registration of anyone who is not currently working as part of a CAC to ensure that currently practicing professionals receive the training they need. Upon acceptance\, you will receive a Final Confirmation and Logistics email. Please refrain from booking non-refundable travel until this email is sent. \nThe full registration fee is due by the fee deadline stated above in order to hold your spot. Registrants that have not paid in full by the deadline will be released from the training\, and we will contact those on the waitlist. \nCancellation Policy\nIf you are unable to attend the training\, you must submit your cancellation notice at least 30 days prior to the training in order to be refunded the full amount\, less a $100 administrative fee. Your agency may choose to replace your spot in the training with another member of the agency at no penalty. Late cancellations may be considered for a training credit that may be used by your agency for up to one year. Failure to show up for the training forfeits the registration fee completely. \nIn the event the NCAC cancels the training for any reason\, 100% of the registration fee will be refunded.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ncac-preparation-and-adaptations-for-interviewing-children-with-a-disability/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240708
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240710
DTSTAMP:20260505T224310
CREATED:20240604T212418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240604T212418Z
UID:10000881-1720396800-1720569599@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:NCJTC | Presenting Evidence in Child Forensic Interviews
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nExplore how different types of evidence can be used in forensic interviews of children in abuse\, witnessing violence and exploitation cases. Learn how to present different types of evidence in the context of a child-centered\, trauma-informed\, and legally defendable forensic interview approach. Discuss the implications of presenting child sexual abuse material (CSAM). Practice techniques and develop skills to present different types of evidence in child forensic interviews. \nLearning Objectives\n\nUnderstand how different types of evidence can be used in forensic interviews of children in abuse\, witnessing violence\, and exploitation cases.\nPresent different types of evidence in the context of a child-centered\, trauma-informed\, and legally defendable forensic interview.\n\nRegister through NCJTC\n\n\n\n\nTuition/instructional costs\, as well as course materials\, are provided by the Missing and Exploited Children Training and Technical Assistance Program. For in-person training\, attendees are responsible for making and funding their costs of attendance\, including but not limited to lodging\, travel\, meals\, incidentals\, etc.\n\n\n\n\nPrerequisite\n\nHave completed an NCA approved 5 day basic Forensic Interview course or its equivalent\nBe regularly conducting Forensic Interviews in your current role\n\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ncjtc-presenting-evidence-in-child-forensic-interviews-2/
LOCATION:Dallas Children’s Advocacy Center\, 5351 Samuell Blvd\, Dallas\, TX\, 75228\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Investigation,Multidisciplinary teams
ORGANIZER;CN="National Criminal Justice Training Center Fox Valley Technical College":MAILTO:info@ncjtc.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240627T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240627T140000
DTSTAMP:20260505T224310
CREATED:20240415T191518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240415T191518Z
UID:10000838-1719489600-1719496800@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:IHS Intersection of Adverse Childhood Experiences and Neurodevelopmental Conditions
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\n\n\n\nThe intersection between Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE) and Neurodevelopmental Conditions is complex. Some neurodevelopmental conditions such as Down Syndrome have a strong genetic component. Others have long been strongly associated with ACE’s including conduct problems\, and depression. More current research indicates there is an association between ACE’s and intellectual disability\, anxiety\, and ADHD as well.  Family stressors significantly impact children with NDC’s as they are less able to modulate their individual stress responses. Families\, in turn\, may experience increased stress due to the demands of parenting a child with NDC’s. ACE’s can delay the diagnosis of children’s conditions interfering with the start of needed services. \nThis will look at the current research on these topics and identify the implications for working with children and families facing these complicated concerns. Families and systems get stuck in a vicious cycle of reaction and frustration. By mapping out the possible connections we can work with a family or system to identify opportunities for positive intervention. \n\n\n\nThis intermediate-level\, live course is appropriate for all human services professionals supporting those with Neurodevelopmental conditions and adverse childhood experiences. \nLearning Objectives\n\nDiscuss the intersection of genetic and environmental risk factors in the development of neurodevelopmental conditions.\nDescribe the complex interaction between Adverse Childhood Experiences and Neurodevelopmental conditions.\nIdentify practice implications for working with children and families impacted by both ACE’s and Neurodevelopmental conditions.\n\nAbout the Trainer\nLaura has twenty years of experience as a child and adolescent mental health clinician and Crisis Text Line volunteer. Laura worked with children\, their parents and their school districts to diagnose\, treat and manage anxiety disorders in children at home and in the community. Her goal was to empower even the youngest child to find ways to “shrink the worry monster” so that they could focus on having fun\, building relationships\, and learning. Trainer and researcher regarding resilience as an individual and community skill. Laura provides clinical consultation regarding child and adolescent mental health. Her trainings focus on child development\, mental health\, developmental disabilities\, ethics\, trauma-informed care\, resilience\, and each person’s individual solutions to life’s challenges. \nRegister through IHS\nThere is two social work continuing education credits available ($20).
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ihs-intersection-of-adverse-childhood-experiences-and-neurodevelopmental-conditions/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams
ORGANIZER;CN="Institute for Human Services":MAILTO:info@ihs-trainet.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240624
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240629
DTSTAMP:20260505T224310
CREATED:20240319T144633Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240319T144633Z
UID:10000810-1719187200-1719619199@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:First Witness ChildFirst Forensic Interview Training
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThe ChildFirst® Forensic Interview Protocol brings the field into the classroom\, enhancing the education of front-line child abuse response professionals. This training is designed for investigative teams of law enforcement officers\, social workers\, prosecutors\, child protection attorneys\, and forensic interviewers.  \nStudents receive training on the ChildFirst® Forensic Interview Protocol\, which includes child development\, memory and suggestibility\, testifying in court\, legal issues\, and preparing children for court. This training incorporates lecture and discussion\, review of electronically recorded interviews\, skill-building exercises\, and an interview practicum.  \nThis training will be held in person in the Duluth\, MN area.  \nScholarships are available for county\, tribes\, and other local professionals responsible for child maltreatment investigations and prosecutions in the State of Minnesota. When selecting from our payment options\, choose “I am applying for a Minnesota Dept. of Health and Human Services (DHS) Scholarship.” Recipients are responsible for any other costs of attending this training\, including travel\, lodging\, and meals. Scholarships are provided through the Minnesota Department of Human Services using state and federal funds provided through a Children’s Justice Act grant from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.  \nWe will notify you following registration whether or not you will receive a scholarship.  \nRegister through First Witness\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/first-witness-childfirst-forensic-interview-training-14/
LOCATION:First Witness\, 1402 E 2nd Street\, Duluth\, MN\, 55805\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Multidisciplinary teams
ORGANIZER;CN="First Witness":MAILTO:Info@firstwitness.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240624
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240626
DTSTAMP:20260505T224310
CREATED:20240415T214711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240415T214711Z
UID:10000845-1719187200-1719359999@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:NCJTC Presenting Evidence in Child Forensic Interviews
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nExplore how different types of evidence can be used in forensic interviews of children in abuse\, witnessing violence and exploitation cases. Learn how to present different types of evidence in the context of a child-centered\, trauma-informed\, and legally defendable forensic interview approach. Discuss the implications of presenting child sexual abuse material (CSAM). Practice techniques and develop skills to present different types of evidence in child forensic interviews. \nLearning Objectives\n\nUnderstand how different types of evidence can be used in forensic interviews of children in abuse\, witnessing violence and exploitation cases\nPresent different types of evidence in the contxct of a child-centered\, trauma-informed\, and legally defendable forensic interview\n\nRegister through NCJTC\nPrerequisite\nLimited seats available! This training is designed for trained forensic interviewers and law enforcement. It is designed as a pre-requisite for the advanced ‘Child Sex Trafficking: Forensic Interview Training’ course: \n\nHave completed an NCA approved 5 day basic Forensic Interview course or its equivalent\nBe regularly conducting Forensic Interviews in your current role
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ncjtc-presenting-evidence-in-child-forensic-interviews/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview
ORGANIZER;CN="National Criminal Justice Training Center Fox Valley Technical College":MAILTO:info@ncjtc.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240624
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240625
DTSTAMP:20260505T224310
CREATED:20240318T205241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240318T205241Z
UID:10000808-1719187200-1719273599@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:NCAC Preparation and Adaptations for Interviewing Children with Mental Health Needs
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nChildren referred for a forensic interview during an investigation of maltreatment may also present with either a diagnosis or concerns about their mental health including but not limited to PTSD\, depressive disorder\, anxiety\, and sleep disorder. They may also present concerning behavioral indicators such as a history of self-harm\, suicide ideation or prior attempts\, and anger management issues. The forensic interviewer has two primary goals: eliciting the most complete and accurate information possible for this child and mitigating additional trauma or harm to the child from the interview process. This training will address issues of screening\, assessment\, and strategies for interview adaptations including managing emotional and behavioral responses during the interview process. The involvement of investigative partners and other CAC staff will be discussed. \nThis training is recommended for forensic interviewers who have developed some comfort and flexibility with the continuum of questioning strategies and the phases of a forensic interview. \nRegister through NCAC\nRegister by May 24\, 2024
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ncac-preparation-and-adaptations-for-interviewing-children-with-mental-health-needs/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams
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