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We All Have A Role in Preventing ACEs

Adverse childhood experiences—commonly known as ACEsaffect children and families across all communities.

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LEARN to PREVENT ACEs

ACEs can impact kids' health and well-being. They can have long-term effects on adult health and wellness. Their consequences can affect families, communities, and even society. Thankfully, ACEs are preventable.

These trainings will help you understand, recognize, and prevent ACEs. Get the insights you need to create healthier, happier childhoods for kids today and bright futures for adults tomorrow.

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Training Modules

Learn about risk and protective factors for ACEs, their outcomes, and strategiesaffect children and families across all communities.

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INTRODUCTORY TRAININGS
are for EVERYONE

Take this training with two modules first. It's for anyone regardless of education level or profession. Start here to understand ACEs and ways to stop them before they start.

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ACEs Overview & Public Health

Approach to Preventing ACEs Modules*

Continuing Education Credits Available

APPROX. 90 MIN

* ATTENTION:Are you in an education or faith-related field?

The information covered in the introductory modules is also covered in the module specifically designed for education professionals, all adults who work in schools and learning environments across K-12 level, and individuals in the faith, spiritual and religious communities.

If this is you, or Modules below.

Continuing Education Credits are NOT provided for these two modules.

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PROVIDER MODULES
by PROFESSION
After completing the introductory training modules, select a module with information tailored for professionals working directly with and on behalf of kids and families.
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For professionals who provide mental health care and services to children and families and for students in training to provide those services.

Mental Health Provider Module

APPROX. 60 MIN

For professionals who provide health care and services to children and families and for students in training to provide those services.

Pediatric Medical Provider Module

Continuing Education Credits Available

APPROX. 70 MIN

For education professionals and all adults who work in schools and learning environments across K-12 levels.

NEW!

Educator Module

APPROX. 90 MIN

For faith, spiritual, and religious community members (includes clergy and leaders, staff, childcare providers, teachers and youth group leaders, affiliated nonprofit staff, sacred text study group leaders, community volunteers, conference and retreat leaders, and counselors).

NEW!

Faith, Spiritual, and Religious Communities Module

APPROX. 90 MIN

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