In this eLearning course, you will learn the specific requirements for contacting law enforcement and how to gather information from medical professionals to clarify what is needed to protect the child.
You will also become familiar with various collateral contacts and learn how to best use each of these collaterals before making a screening decision. Completion of this course confers 1 credit hour.
Describe various ways you interact with law enforcement, and make quick decisions to respond to each circumstance promptly and accurately.
Summarize how to gather information from medical professionals to make an informed decision about possible child abuse and neglect.
Assess when to call other types of collateral contacts, such as Washington State tribes, teachers, and previous caseworkers, to make the best use of each of these collaterals and their experience.