The Child Sexual Abuse Treatment Certificate Program

Treating a child sexual abuse victim can be daunting and scary.  This certificate program will give you the tools to feel comfortable and confident in handling these cases.  To receive a Certificate of Completion, a participant must complete 36 CE credits through the Child Sexual Abuse Treatment Certificate Program.  This includes 4 required core knowledge courses and 2 electives that must be taken within a 12 – 24 month period.  Core knowledge courses are offered once annually and electives are offered throughout the year.  Participants may begin at any time in the program cycle. 

Workshops may be attended independently by those not wishing to receive a Certificate.

Participants will:

• Gain a significant knowledge base for treatment
• Understand the bi-directional influences of child sexual abuse
• Develop increased sensitivity and confidence
• Recognize vicarious trauma and learn self-care strategies
• Learn to apply perspectives and techniques to clinical work

Fall 2008 Child Sexual Abuse Treatment Certificate courses:

Core Knowledge: Part 3 [required]
The Heart of the Matter: Concepts and Techniques of Child Sexual Abuse Psychotherapy
Friday, October 24, 2008 from 9am-4pm
Constance Pelesh, MA, LPC - Family Support Line Therapist and private practice. 

Trauma in the African American Community: A Culturally Enhanced Perspective Friday, November 14, 2008, from 9am-4pm
Child Sexual Abuse Certificate Program elective

Core Knowledge: Part 4 [required]
Lions and Tigers and Bears: The Multi-Systems Complexity of Child Sexual Abuse.
Friday, November 21, 2008 from 9am-4pm
Anthony Goldsmith, MA - psychologist in private practice and serves as Family Support Line’s Clinical Director.
Mary Hove, MS - Family Support Line Education and Training Director

Bearing the Unbearable: A Psychodynamic Perspective on Trauma.
Friday, December 5, 2008, from 9am-4pm
Barbara Goldsmith, PsyD - Adjunct Associate Professor, Institute for Graduate Clinical Psychology, Widener  University; Private Practice in Philadelphia and Rosemont, PA; Training Consultant, University of Pennsylvania, Counseling and Psychological
Child Sexual Abuse Certificate Program elective

All workshops are held at Widener University, Chester, PA
Check back for brochure for full workshop descriptions.

Workshops for Loss and Traumatic Stress Certificate also available. See brochure

Sign up today.  Space is limited.

1. Call 610-891-5275 for more information
2. Email mail@familysupportline.org to request a brochure
3. Click here for flyer of Fall 2008 workshops
4. Check back for a PDF copy of the brochure
5. Click here for a Fall 2008 registration form

Directions to Widener University
Click here for driving directions.
Click here for campus map. All workshops are held in the Webb Room in the University Center building.

Continuing Education Credits available

Psychologists:  The Institute for Graduate Clinical Psychology of Widener University is approved by the American Psychological Association to offer continuing education for psychologists.  Widener University maintains responsibility for this program and its content. 
PA Social Workers:  The Center for Social Work Education of Widener University is a pre-approved provider by the Pennsylvania State Board of Social Workers, Marriage and Family Therapists and Professional Counselors to offer continuing education credits for licensed social workers.
PA Act 48 Credits are also available for professionals in educational settings.

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