Description:
By the end of this training, you will be equipped to recognize the signs and risk factors associated with child abuse and neglect, and you will understand your legal responsibility to report suspected abuse under Arizona law, A.R.S. § 13-3620. You will also learn proactive strategies to help prevent abuse before it occurs and gain guidance on how to respond appropriately and compassionately when a child chooses to disclose. This training is designed to strengthen both your awareness and your confidence in protecting the children entrusted to your care.
Course Content
Lesson 1: What Is Child Abuse and Neglect?
Lesson Content
Define the types of abuse and neglect according to Arizona law.
Identify physical and behavioral indicators of maltreatment.
Distinguish accidental injuries from those that may signal abuse.
Lesson 2: The Impact of Abuse and Neglect on Children
Lesson Content
Explain how trauma and toxic stress affect brain development and behavior.
Recognize common emotional and behavioral responses to abuse.
Apply a trauma-informed lens to children’s actions and needs.
Lesson 3: Prevention Starts with You
Lesson Content
Describe practical strategies to prevent abuse through structure, supervision, and trust.
Identify how staff wellness and consistency contribute to safety.
Model respectful, responsive relationships in daily interactions.
Lesson 4: Mandated Reporting Responsibilities
Lesson Content
Identify all categories of mandated reporters under Arizona law.
Demonstrate correct reporting procedures under A.R.S. § 13-3620, including required timelines and information.
Identify statutory protections for good-faith reporters and penalties for failure to report under A.R.S. § 13-3620.
Lesson 5: Real-World Application & Final Assessment
Lesson Content
Apply core concepts in realistic caregiving scenarios.
Practice decision-making aligned with legal and trauma-informed standards.
Complete a documented readiness self-assessment and affirm personal reporting responsibility under Arizona law.