January 2021 NYS DOH and IAFN Approved Adult/Adolescent Sexual Assault Forensic Examiner Course (Intro Level)

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the classroom portion of this course will be held virtually via Zoom.

Virtual Classroom Dates:

Wednesday, January 27: 9:00am - 6:00pm

Thursday, January 28: 9:00am - 6:00pm

Friday, January 29: 9:00am - 6:00pm

Pelvic Exam/Clinical Day:

Friday, February 19: 9:30am - 4:30pm

Will be held in-person with appropriate COVID safety protocols.

Participants only need to attend ONE of the two sessions offered.

Session 1: 9:30am - 12:30pm

Session 2: 1:30 - 4:30pm

Location: Ruth L Gottesman Clinical Skills Center at Albert Einstein College of Medicine, Van Etten Building, 2nd Floor at 1225 Morris Park Avenue, Bronx NY

Course Description

This comprehensive, 40-hour* SAFE certification course called, "The Assessment and Evaluation of Adult/Adolescent Survivors of Sexual Assault and Intimate Partner Violence (Intro Level)", trains medical professionals to provide competent, compassionate care to sexual assault victims, while using the most advanced technology associated with DNA and other sexual assault forensic evidence collection and preservation. Upon completion of all course requirements, course participants will be able to use the Certificate of Completion in order to be certified as a SAFE with the NYS Department of Health.

Objectives

The objectives of this course address the development of skillful assessment techniques, thorough understanding of the dynamics of rape and intimate partner violence and the mechanics of injury which provide a solid foundation for working with survivors. This course combines the knowledge and expertise of a nationally recognized faculty with a variety of educational methods to give participants the maximum opportunity for professional growth in this advanced practice role. In addition, this course will combine online instruction with a clinical session. The clinical session utilizes Gynecological Teaching Associates who offer live clinical pelvic examinations.

*Please note that in addition to virtual classroom training, participants are required to complete online work to receive a certificate of completion. Online work is reviewed and certified by SAFETI staff for accuracy and competency.

Course Directors

Questions: Contact Monica Castro, Program Coordinator at mcastro@svfreenyc.org