Learning these 5 simple steps can help you recognize, prevent and report child abuse.

EDUCATION SERVICES

In person and online trainings are now available.

At the Center, we believe one of the most proactive and pragmatic approaches to preventing child abuse is through education.

Our facilitators have trained school personnel, youth-serving professionals, child-care workers and faith groups and continue to reach more of the Austin community every day.

As always, our community trainings are:

  • Available in English and Spanish

  • Available for parents, professionals or community members

  • Provide CEUs for professionals

  • Can be tailored to your audience

If your organization already has a preferred online platform for us to join, we can utilize it for your training. If you do not currently have an online platform, let us know when you register and we'll provide you information for an online training fit for your needs.

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Offering FREE Continuing Education Units to Professionals

How to Identify & Report Child Abuse

The Center's Identification & Reporting Training is unique in that it provides professionals who work with children the essentials of identifying the signs and symptoms of abuse, what to do if a child discloses abuse, how and when to report abuse and what happens during the investigation. Participants will learn prevention tips and how to report for both physical and sexual abuse of a child.

This training is available free of charge and can be customized for your organization. Free CEUs available.

Parent Workshops

The Center for Child Protection offers a variety of child abuse prevention workshops targeted to parents and protective caregivers. From how to identify child sexual abuse to internet safety, effective discipline and recognizing trauma, every training can be tailored to your specific needs.

Fill out our training request form or call the Center to learn which workshop is best for you. Our goal is to equip all caregivers with the knowledge and information to better keep the children in your life safe and healthy.

Youth Safety Programs for Students

Speak Up Be Safe (via ChildHelp, for pre-K – 5th grade), and Teen Safety Matters (via Monique Burr Foundation, for 6th – 12th grade) are youth safety programs geared toward students. They are evidence-informed primary prevention curriculum aimed at stopping and preventing child abuse, including physical abuse, emotional abuse, sexual abuse, neglect, bullying and cyberbullying. Teen Safety Matters also covers topic of IPV and Trafficking. These specific trainings meet the Erin and Jenna's Law and TEA requirements.

Our NetSmartz Internet Safety presentation includes age-appropriate videos and activities to help teach children to be safer online with the goal of helping children to become more aware of potential online risks and empowering them to help prevent victimization by making safer choices on- and offline.

Community Members Reached Through Education Services

STEWARDS OF CHILDREN

Developed by Darkness to Light, this training teaches adults how to prevent, recognize and react responsibly to child sexual abuse. Approaching this difficult topic in a way that is empowering and motivating, it is the only internationally available, evidence informed curriculum proven to increase knowledge, improve attitudes and change child-protective behaviors. Intended audiences include adults who care for the welfare of children, particularly staff and volunteers of youth-serving organizations and schools.

The Center for Child Protection is a Partner in Prevention through Darkness to Light. We are dedicated to providing a safe space for children and educating ourselves on how to prevent, recognize and react responsibly to child sexual abuse. All staff and volunteers who interact with children at the Center are trained in Stewards of Children.

Additional Free Online Training Resources

  • Netsmartz:
    – Age appropriate videos and activities for youth (from preschool to teenage years) about navigating the internet safely
  • National Association of School Psychologists parent resource for talking to children:
    – Resources for helping children understand COVID-19
  • Books:
    – My Body's Mine by Kayla J.W. Marnach
    – Personal Space Camp by Julia Cook
    – Private Zone by Francis Dayee
    – My Body Belongs To Me by Kristin Baird
  • Kids Count Players:
    – A program offered by the Children's Advocacy Center of Collin County that educates students about personal safety, boundaries, private touches, and the difference between surprises and secrets.
  • My Safety Sheet

FORENSICS

A forensic interview is the first step for children in the intervention process.

THERAPY

Certified in the NMT, the Center offers a wide-range of unique therapy experiences

MEDICAL

Dell Children's Medical Center CARE Team operates an on-site clinic for children.

EDUCATION

Free educational trainings are available to professionals, parents and community.