| Training Name | Recognizing and Responding to Problematic Sexual Behaviors in Youth |
| Training Description | This presentation will focus on recognizing and responding to problematic sexual behaviors in youth. The training will identify myths, describe sexual development of children and adolescents, outline considerations in determining whether the behavior is problematic or inappropriate, and identify co-occurring behavioral problems and family dynamics. The presentation will include a discussion of current treatments or commonly used interventions and risk and recidivism. An understanding of the behavior is crucial to determine if court intervention is appropriate and necessary. The presentation is consistent with the South Carolina Child Abuse Response Protocol pursuant to S.C. Code of Laws ยง 63-11-2400 through -2410. This training will be offered on a virtual platform. The links will be sent near the date of the training. |
| Training Location | Virtual Training Platform |
| Training Start Date / Time | 2022-12-13 / 10:30 am |
| Training End Date / Time | 2022-12-13 / 12:00 pm |
| CE Credits | This training has been approved by the SC Criminal Justice Academy for 1.5 continuing education hours. An application has been made to the SC Commission on CLE for 1.5 MCLE credit hours. DSS staff will receive 1.5 general contact hours. |
If you have questions about the training, please contact Margaret Fent Bodman by email at margaretbodman@sc.edu or by phone at 8035767236.