Learning objectives: Understand the social and cultural context of sexual abuse. Effectively work with youth at risk using a strength based approach Risk management and facilitating risk reduction complete initial safety plans Motivate youth and reduce their resistance to change How to respond to adolescent sexual offending behavior Develop safety plans Teach self-intervention techniques to youth and family members Formulate and conduct a comprehensive evaluation who have sexually offended. Develop social support networks throughout the community Work holistically with youth who have sexually harmed Develop personal needs for self-care when working with this population Date: September 13-18, 2015 (5 ½ day training) Location: Winston-Salem, Forsyth County (Venue TBA) Cost: $1,100 (Includes all textbooks and materials) There is a $250 deposit due by June 15, 2015 Deadline: Tuition is due in full by August 10, 2015 Continued Education: Best Practices for Addressing Sexual Harm is an academic certificate program. Continued education hours will be earned through Northwest Area Health Education Center (AHEC). Information: For more information, registration form and a full syllabus, click on www.pssofnc.com To register for this important program, contact April Thornton, at (336) 577-8455 or email April at amill2006@yahoo.com