National Child Abuse Prevention Month

April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month.

EVERY MONTH 

is Child Abuse Prevention Month. 

A definition of child abuse or neglect, at minimum...

• Any recent act or failure to act on the part of a parent or caretaker which results in death, serious physical or emotional harm, sexual abuse or exploitation; or
• An act or failure to act which presents an imminent risk of serious harm.

Physical, Sexual, Emotional, Abandonment, Substance Abuse, Neglect... It's all abuse.

Recognize the signs.

Be active in the prevention.

Report it. 

Child Abuse Prevention and Treatment Act booklet 

State publications that describe child welfare services and provide guidance to professionals and families
State Laws and Policies
How to Report Child Abuse or Neglect
Preventing Child Maltreatment and Promoting Well-Being 2013
Every Child Matters
Kids Health


For training courses related to this subject, click here:
Child Abuse: Sexual Abuse Awareness (1 hour / .1 CEU)
Child Abuse Physical Abuse Awareness (2 hours / .2 CEU)
Child Abuse: Identification and Reporting (1 hour / .1 CEU)
Shaken Baby Syndrome and Sudden Infant Death (1 hour / .1 CEU)
A Basic Approach to Child Safety - 2 hours