Child Maltreatment, Trauma and Self Injurious Behavior
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Course Summary
Historically, ‘child abuse” has primarily been associated with thoughts of physical abuse or severe cases of child neglect, however, more contemporary views of child abuse focus on four primary sources of maltreatment: physical, sexual, emotional/ psychological or neglect. There are also frequent reports of multiple maltreatment, or poly-victimization, where a child is subjected to more than one form of abuse. This course examines child abuse as well as the potential outcomes for children exposed to maltreatment, including the development of self injurious behaviors (self inflicted injuries without suicidal intent).
Course Format
This course contains downloadable online lessons (PDF or Word) and a practice test. When you're ready, purchase the course by clicking the "Add To Cart" button. This will let you take the test, complete the course evaluation and receive your certificate for CE credits.
Learning Objectives
- Explain the characteristics of different types of abuse and maltreatment.
- Describe prevalence rates for the different types of abuse, internationally.
- Discuss potential outcomes for children exposed to maltreatment, including the development of self injurious behaviors.
- List risks and protective factors for child and family characteristics associated with maltreatment.
Course Syllabus
- Introduction to Child Maltreatment
- Types of Child Maltreatment
- Physical Abuse
- Sexual Abuse
- Emotional/Psychological Abuse
- Neglect
- Child Maltreatment and Self Injurious Behaviors
Social Workers:
This organization, CE4Less, provider #1115, is approved as a provider for social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) www.aswb.org, through the Approved Continuing Education ACE) program. CE4Less maintains responsibility for the program. ASWB Approval Period: 8/8/2015-8/8/2018. Social workers should contact their regulatory board to determine course approval.