Recognize. Respond. Protect.

Protecting Children from Abuse, Exploitation & Online Threats

February 23, 2027 or May 25, 2027

 (both events cover the two sessions described below)

Presented by Riverside Learning in partnership with the Children's Advocacy Center of Bristol County

Every professional who works with children has an important role in recognizing signs of abuse, responding appropriately to disclosures, and helping ensure children's safety. But do you have the knowledge, skills, and confidence to recognize the warning signs and respond in ways that protect children while minimizing the potential for further trauma?

Join Riverside Learning and the Children's Advocacy Center of Bristol County for a full-day professional learning experience focused on two critical areas of child advocacy and protection: recognizing and responding to child abuse and understanding the growing challenges of child exploitation in our communities and virtual world. This training will provide participants with practical information, trauma-informed strategies, and a deeper understanding of their responsibilities as mandated reporters.

Session 1: Recognizing & Responding to Child Abuse (2/23/27 and 5/25/27)

Learn best practices for responding to suspected child abuse through a trauma-informed approach that prioritizes children's safety and minimizes the risk of revictimization. Participants will explore mandated reporting laws, recognize signs and symptoms of abuse, learn how to respond appropriately when a child makes a disclosure, and understand minimal facts screening techniques.

Session 2: Exploitation in Bristol County & the Virtual World  (2/23/27 and 5/25/27)

The exploitation of children is an increasingly complex concern, extending beyond our communities and into the digital spaces young people navigate every day. This session explores Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Children (CSEC), including sex trafficking, sexting, and sextortion. Participants will learn to recognize indicators that a young person may be experiencing exploitation, understand how to respond to suspicions, and clarify their responsibilities as mandated reporters.

Who Should Attend?

This training is designed for professionals who work directly with children, adolescents, and families, including school counselors, adjustment counselors, school psychologists, social workers, school nurses, educators, administrators, student support personnel, and other student service providers.

Choose Your Training Date

Important: The presentation content is identical on both dates. Participants should select the single date that best fits their schedule.

Registration: $295 per individual

Discounts available for district groups. Inquire at info@riversideleanrning.net.

Reserve Your Seat Today!

Seating is limited, and both sessions are expected to sell out. Reserve your seat now and take advantage of our convenient registration process: register today and pay after the event by submitting a purchase order number or information!

Invest in the knowledge and skills that help protect children. Recognize. Respond. Protect.