According to national data, nearly 1 in 3 women and 1 in 6 men experience sexual violence in their lifetime. This training equips mental health professionals with the knowledge and tools to recognize, assess, and respond to sexual trauma across diverse populations. Participants will explore the neurobiological impact of trauma, gender and cultural considerations, and the psychological effects of both acute and complex abuse. The course emphasizes trauma-informed, consent-based assessment strategies and offers practical guidance for working with survivors across the lifespan. Special attention is given to marginalized communities, identity-based stigma, and ethical clinical practices that support safety, empowerment, and healing.
Upon completion of this training, participants will be able to
- Describe the neurobiological, psychological, and behavioral impacts of sexual trauma on survivors.
- Apply culturally responsive and gender-informed considerations when supporting survivors from marginalized communities.
- Use trauma-informed and consent-based assessment and intervention strategies with survivors of sexual trauma.
Syllabus:
Introduction
- Myth or Fact quiz game
Objective #1: Describe the neurobiological, psychological, and behavioral impacts of sexual trauma on survivors.
- Definitions
- Scope of the problem
- Neurobiological responses
- Psychological responses
- Behavioral responses
Objective #2: Apply culturally responsive and gender-informed considerations when supporting survivors from marginalized communities.
- Subject intro slides
- People of Color and Ethic Minority Communities
- Immigrants and Refugees
- LGBTQIA Survivors
- People with Disabilities
- Male Survivors
Objective #3: Use trauma-informed and consent-based assessment and intervention strategies with survivors of sexual trauma.
- Basics
- Sexual Experiences Survey (Long and Short Forms)
- TSI-II
- Other assessment options
- Overview of interventions
Summary/Q&A
Social workers completing this course receive 3 Clinical asynchronous continuing education credits.
For other board approvals, this course qualifies for 3 Clinical continuing education training.
Instructor: Amanda Mole’, LCSW
Recording Date: February 14, 2026
CEUS On-Demand, LLC, provider #2274, is approved as an ACE provider to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Regulatory boards are the final authority on courses accepted for continuing education credit. ACE provider approval period: 08/7/2026 - 08/6/2027. Social workers completing this course receive 3hrs Clinical continuing education credits.
CEUs On-Demand, LLC has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 7091. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. CEUs On-Demand, LLC is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.
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