A key part of the College’s Sexual Abuse Prevention Program announced in January, is member education that builds on the knowledge and skills RECEs already have in this area. Leading up to July, when the mandatory online education program begins, the College in conjunction with its education partner, the Canadian Center for Child Protection, is sharing insights and background information related to child sexual abuse prevention. The information shared supports our members’ dedication to the personal safety, health, and well-being of all children and empowers them with proactive approaches to help prevent child sexual abuse before it occurs. Know the Facts. This month, we look at facts* related to child sexual abuse. By knowing and understanding the facts, you can dispel common myths associated with this type of abuse. Take a few moments to review the information. Consider reviewing the facts during your next staff meeting, to help others expand their prevention knowledge. *The article contains content regarding sexual abuse and may be upsetting to some readers. Read Now | Frequently Asked Questions To keep up to date on the Sexual Abuse Prevention Program, review the FAQ section on our website because we continue to add them. Below are two new FAQs for your review. I don’t currently work with children in my role, how will I be able to complete the Teatree Tells module? Teatree Tells is an online module that takes around 20 minutes to complete. Although the series comes with resources and lessons to engage with children, the requirement will be to complete the online module. The information shared in the module will be applicable to all RECEs, regardless of role or employment status, as it emphasizes the importance of personal safety education for children. Will the Sexual Abuse Prevention Program online learning be made available to other child care staff working with RECEs? Only RECEs will have access to the Sexual Abuse Prevention Program designed by the College of Early Childhood Educators for member education. Employers, municipalities, and other organizations can reach out to the Canadian Centre for Child Protection for information on accessing their sexual abuse prevention resources. A recorded introductory webinar and other information is available to the public on the College’s Sexual Abuse Prevention Program webpage. |