This course provides a comprehensive look at abuse in our society. It discusses vulnerabilities of both children and dependent adults and provides indicators of abuse along with its risk and protective factors, suggesting best practices for healthcare workers who confront these populations.

If you need one of the Pennsylvania child abuse courses, please see Pennsylvania Child Abuse Recognition and Reporting for Mandated Reporters, 3 units or Pennsylvania Child Abuse Renewal: Recognition and Reporting, 2 units. 

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