This intermediate-level online course is designed to equip social workers with advanced knowledge and skills necessary to address intrafamilial child sexual abuse effectively. Building on foundational principles, this course explores in-depth the complexities of intrafamilial child sexual abuse and its impact on victims and families. It also provides strategies for intervention and prevention, emphasizing a trauma-informed and family-centred approach.
Career Path:
Upon completing this course, social workers will be better equipped to address the challenges of intrafamilial child sexual abuse at an intermediate level. With this expertise, social workers can pursue a variety of career paths, including:
1. Clinical Social Worker: Work directly with survivors and their families, providing therapy, support, and guidance in their recovery process.
2. Child Protective Services Specialist: Investigate allegations of child sexual abuse, assess risk, and work toward the safety and well-being of children within their families.
3. Child and Family Therapist: Specializes in helping children and families overcome the trauma of abuse through therapeutic interventions.
4. Program Manager or Coordinator: Oversee or coordinate child sexual abuse prevention and intervention programs within social service agencies or nonprofit organizations.
5. Policy Advocate: Lobby for policy changes, raise awareness and work with government and non-government organizations to improve laws and services related to child protection.
6. Forensic Social Worker: Work alongside law enforcement and legal professionals to support child victims during legal proceedings.
7. Clinical Supervisor: Train and mentor less experienced social workers in the field of child sexual abuse intervention and prevention.
Course Content
Module 1: Understanding Intrafamilial Child Sexual Abuse
Course Includes
- 12 Lessons
- Course Certificate