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Child & Adult Advocacy Studies
This 5-hour training provides school personnel with knowledge for working in school multidisciplinary teams and discussion on the perceived barriers to implementing trauma-informed approaches. Training participants will increase knowledge of mandatory reporting, youth suicide prevention, multidisciplinary approaches, and trauma-informed interventions.
5 contact hoursCertificateMandatory Reporting
Recognizing and Reporting Child Maltreatment
Learners will review the impact of adverse childhood experiences on well-being, explore maltreatment types and associated warning signs, review child maltreatment state statutes, detail the process of reporting in South Dakota, and understand the importance of a multidisciplinary approach to child maltreatment and prevention.
1 contact hourCertificateECCS
Advancing Pediatric Medical Homes in South Dakota: Building Coordinated, Family‑Centered Care for Children
Presented by Jason Simon-Ressler, Child Health Coordinator, SD Department of Health
1 contact hourCertificateCIP
Child Welfare Proceedings and Courtroom Practice
Presented by Nicole Laughlin, Laughlin Law.
1 contact hourECCS
South Dakota Children and the Food/Nutrition Landscape
Presented by Jennifer Noll Folliard, MPH, RDN.
1 contact hourCertificateCIP
2026 Legislative Session Review
A recap of the 2026 Legislative Session to include insights on the activity and key policies affecting child protection, prevention, and family well-being. Presented by Senator Tim Reed.
1 contact hourCertificateCIP
Intersections with Criminal Law, Domestic Violence, SANE Exams
This session examines the intersection of domestic violence and sexual assault, focusing on how power and control tactics can prevent victims from reporting abuse. Presented by Tracey Decker and Jennifer Canton, SD Network Against Family Violence and Sexual Assault.
1 contact hourCertificateECCS
Eliminating Childhood Lead Exposure: The South Dakota Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program
Presented by Brooke Lusk, Black Hills Special Services.
1 contact hourCertificateCIP
Trauma-Informed Legal Practice
An overview of trauma-informed legal practiced. Presented by Carrie Gonsor Sanderson.
1 contact hourCertificateECCS
Brain Science in Early Development
Presented by Laura Jana, MD, FAAP, Pediatrician, Author, and Connector of Dots, Chief Innovation Officer – PSU Evidence to Impact Collaborative.
1 contact hourCertificateECCS
Connecting Families to Care: Maternal & Infant Health Resource Promotion and Mapping in South Dakota
Presented by Katelyn Strasser, MPH, RN, Deputy Division Director, Family and Community Health, SD Department of Health and Samantha Mart, Program Specialist, Community Healthcare Association of the Dakotas.
1 contact hourCertificateCIP
Understanding Kinship Care, Foster Care, and Placement
An overview of kinship care, foster care, and placement. Presented by Katie Larson, SD Department of Social Services.
1 contact hourCertificateECCS
Strengthening the Prenatal-to-Three System: Policy and Governance Strengths and Opportunities for all South Dakota Children
SD ECCS Touchpoints featuring "Strengthening the Prenatal-to-Three System: Policy and Governance Strengths and Opportunities for all South Dakota Children" presented by Dr. Cynthia Osborne of the Prenatal-to-Three (PN-3) Policy Impact Center at Vanderbilt University.
1 contact hourCertificateCIP
Foster Care Training/Qualification
An overview of the foster care qualification and training process. Presented by Jennifer Mueller, SD Department of Social Services and Alex Van Voorhis, Center for the Prevention of Child Maltreatment.
1 contact hourCertificateECCS
BabyReady in South Dakota: How Enhanced Medicaid Prenatal Care Delivers Better Beginnings
Presented by Valerie Kelly, SD Department of Social Services
1 contact hourCertificateCIP
Child and Family Services Review: Program Improvement Planning
Child and Family Services Reviews (CFSRs) are a joint federal-state initiative led by the Children’s Bureau to assess and improve state child welfare systems. Presented by Ashley Asmus, SD Department of Social Services.
1 contact hourCertificateECCS
Safe Sleep
Presented by Laurel Rick and Lexi Ortez, SD Department of Health.
1 contact hourCertificateECCS
Understanding Autism in Early Childhood (0–3 Years)
Presented by Aimee Deliramich, PhD, University of South Dakota.
1 contact hourCertificateCIP
Utilizing Native American Lakota Culture to Heal and Examine Social Determinants of Tribal Health and Persevering Through Unsolved Trauma
his session will provide a personal and professional perspective of utilizing Lakota culture and education to heal, ensuring a better future for generations to come. Presented by Damon Leader Charge, University of South Dakota.
1 contact hourCertificateGeneral
Fathers and Their Positive Impact on a Child’s Education Success—Now and in the Future
Presented by J. Michael Hall, Strong Fathers, Strong Families.
1 contact hourCertificateECCS
Businesses for Babies: Strategies to Support South Dakota’s Youngest Families
Presented by Chrissie Young, CPCM
1 contact hourCertificateGeneral
Fathers and Their Positive Impact on a Child’s Mental Health and Behavior
Presented by J. Michael Hall, Strong Fathers, Strong Families.
1 contact hourCertificateGeneral
Co-Parenting and Co-Piloting a Child's Future
Presented by J. Michael Hall, Strong Fathers, Strong Families.
1 contact hourCertificateGeneral
The Different Roles of Mothers and Fathers and How They Best Serve Children
Presented by J. Michael Hall, Strong Fathers, Strong Families.
1 contact hourCertificateCIP
The Role of the Child’s Attorney in Child Welfare Cases
Information on the role of the child's attorney in child welfare cases. Presented by Cassidy Stalley, Nooney & Solay.
1 contact hourCertificateECCS
Strengthening Starts: How Early Learning Communities Are Transforming Collaboration for Young Children
Presented by Kayla Klein, Early Learner SD; Hanna Glissendorf, United Way of the Black Hills; and Patricia Buechler, SDAEYC.
1 contact hourCertificateCIP
Understanding the Landscape of Family Support Services
Information on support services for families offered by the Helpline Center including childcare search, substance use care coordination, 211, 988, and suicide loss and aftercare. Presented by Shauna Batcheller, Helpline Center.
1 contact hourCertificateECCS
SDPQC, Perinatal Mental Health Disorders, and the Impact on Children Age 0-3
Presented by Stephanie Hanson, MPH, PMH-C, PhD Candidate; and Keri Pappas, MPH, BIRTH-SD-UNITE, South Dakota State University.
1 contact hourCertificateGrowing Together: Understanding and Supporting Early Childhood Development
Presented by Dr. Andrew Stremmel, Professor Emeritus, South Dakota State University and Dr. Jennifer Kampmann, SD Birth to Three. Session One - Foundations of Early Development: Motor and Language Session Two - Foundations of Early Learning: Social, Emotional, and Cognitive Session Three - Engaging Families to Support Growth & Development
4.5 contact hoursECCS
Supporting Infants and Toddlers in the Child Welfare System: The Safe Babies Approach
Presented by Drs. Aiden Bohlander and Mike Sherman, ZERO TO THREE.
1 contact hourCertificateCIP
2025 Legislative Update
A recap of the 2025 Legislative Session to include insights on the activity and key policies affecting child protection, prevention, and family well-being. Presented by Senator Tim Reed
1 contact hourCertificateECCS
Engaging Fathers: Enhancing Family-Community Partnerships
Presented by Keith Ferguson, Black Hills Special Services Cooperative
1 contact hourCertificateCIP
Independent Living Services for Youth in Foster Care
An in-depth overview of the Department of Social Services/Child Protection Independent Living Program. Presented by Tanya Septka, Independent Living Program Specialist, Department of Social Services.
1 contact hourCertificateCIP
Understanding the Impact of Maltreatment on Child Development
Exploration of the impact of stressors experienced during infancy, childhood, adolescence, and young adulthood. Presented by Kelly Bass, University of South Dakota.
1 contact hourCertificateECCS
How the Huron Community Collaborated to Bring in a Toy Lending Library
Presented by Anelis Coscioni, Director, SD Toy Lending Library; Rhonda Kludt, Board Member, SD Toy Lending Library; and Gayle Kludt, People's Transit.
1 contact hourCertificateCIP
Identifying and Managing Common Mental Health Disorders in Maltreated Children
Equipping professionals with the knowledge and skills to recognize early signs of anxiety, depression, PTSD, and other mental health conditions commonly found in maltreated children. Presented by Nikki Eining, University of South Dakota.
1 contact hourCertificateECCS
BEAM-SD
Presented by Nikki Eining and Aimee Deliramich, Center for Disabilities.
1 contact hourCertificateCIP
Understanding Trauma’s Impact on the Brain and De-Escalation Techniques
This presentation will describe how traumatic and adverse childhood experiences shape the brain in ways that can lead to increases in aggressive and volatile behaviors. De-escalation techniques for working with angry or dysregulated youth will be provided. Presented by BreAnne Danzi, Ph.D., University of South Dakota.
1 contact hourCertificateCIP
ICPC Process
This session covers the Interstate Compact on the Placement of Children, what it is, why does it exist, regulations, barriers, and new initiatives to improve permanency results for children. Trainer: Kathleen Miller, Deputy Compact Administrator for the ICPC, SD Department of Social Services
1 contact hourCertificateECCS
Connecting National Prenatal-to-3 Policy Data to South Dakota’s Kids
Presented by Cynthia Osborne, ED Prenatal-to-3 Policy Impact Center.
1 contact hourCertificateCIP
Spirit of ICWA
Examine the origins and the strong need for the Indian Child Welfare Act formally known as ICWA and the true spirit and nature. Presented by Dereck Stonefish, Training Coordinator, Native American Institute and CEO, Indigenous Forward Consulting.
1 contact hourCertificateECCS
Maternal Child Health and Medicaid Collaboration
Presented by Shannon Muchow, Carrie Churchill, Valerie Kelly.
1 contact hourCertificateCIP
Reporting Child Abuse and Neglect
This session will cover reporting suspected child abuse/neglect, screening of child abuse/neglect reports, present danger and impending danger, and initial family assessment safety model. Presented by JoLynn Bostrom, SD Department of Social Services, Division of Child Protection Services.
1 contact hourCertificateCIP
Children and Sexual-Based Online Harms: A Guide for Professionals
This session will cover research around the risks and vulnerabilities of children accessing the internet, online grooming and exploitation, impacts of children viewing pornography online, what we can do as professionals, parents, and policymakers. Presented by Chrissie Young, Director, CPCM and Heather Knox, Assistant United States Attorney, U.S Attorney’s Office
1 contact hourCertificateGeneral
Policy and Structural Factors for Support Fathers
Understand the impact of policies on father engagement and family dynamics. Presented by Dan Wuori, Early Childhood Policy Solutions.
1 contact hourCertificateGeneral
Fatherhood and Family Resilience
Understand the role of fathers play in promoting resilience within the family unit. Presented by D. L. Pos Ryant, Apprentice of Peace Youth Organization
1 contact hourCertificateGeneral
Paternal Inclusion: Benefits to Maternal & Infant Health
Learn the Importance of fathers’ involvement in maternal health issues. Presented by Joel Austin, Daddy University.
1 contact hourCertificateCIP
2024 Legislative Session Recap
The discussion will focus on CPCM policy initiatives, the CDC ACEs prevention framework, and 2024 legislative wins related to child welfare including but not limited to the 4% cost of living increase, policing the internet, artificial intelligence, children accessing pornography, as well as big changes in school funding and prioritizing teacher salaries. Presented by Senator Helene Duhamel, CPCM Advisory Board Member and Chrissie Young, Director, CPCM
1 contact hourCertificateGeneral
Communication and Co-Parenting
Define co-parenting and learn effective communication strategies between parents. Presented by Dr. Brad Sachs, The Father Center
1 contact hourCertificateGeneral
Introduction to Fatherhood & Family Dynamics
Define fatherhood roles and responsibilities within the family and understand the impact of involved fathers on family well-being. Presented by J. Michael Hall, Strong Fathers Strong Families
1 contact hourCertificateCIP
Human Trafficking 101
An in depth look of the way that traffickers groom victims, the types of trafficking we are seeing, and the work we are doing to improve and support the prevention and response to Human Trafficking in South Dakota. Presented by Mary Beth Holzwarth, SD Division of Criminal Investigation.
1 contact hourCertificateECCS
SD Act Early
Presented by Lisa Sanderson, SD Parent Connection.
1 contact hourCertificateCIP
Child Custody, Safety, and the Impact on Children
Presented by Tracey Decker and Krista Hereen-Graber, The SD Network in partnership with SD State Bar Association.
1 contact hourCertificateCIP
Empowering Indigenous Students and Families Through Multi-Generational Professional Mentoring Support
Presented by Valeriah Big Eagle, Friends of the Children.
1 contact hourCertificateECCS
Partners for Prevention
Presented by Cori Jacobson, Oral Educator, Delta Dental of South Dakota Foundation.
1 contact hourCertificateCIP
Family Violence
Define domestic abuse while providing an overview of coercive control and other tactics of power and control utilized by the person causing harm to the family. Presented by Krista Hereen-Graber, SD Network Against Family Violence and Sexual Assault
1 contact hourCertificateCIP
Child & Family Services Review & Data-Driven Processes
Presented by Ashley Asmus, SD Department of Social Services, Division of Child Protection Services
1 contact hourCertificateGeneral
A First Responder's Guide to the Minimal Facts Interview and Beyond
Defines the purpose of minimal facts interview, reviews strategies to gather information from outside sources, and understanding appropriate child questioning strategies. Presented by Cam Corey and Amanda Liebl.
1 contact hourCertificateCIP
Understanding Psychosexual Assessments of Juvenile Offenders
A brief overview of adolescent psychosexual and psychological evaluations covering testing instruments used, biopsychosocial/sexual information gathered through collateral information and first-hand accounts, and a discussion of recommendations provided. Presented by Gary Hoffman, Counseling Café.
1 contact hourCertificateECCS
The Power of Family Voice
Presented by Rochelle Holloway, Karissa Perez, Darbi Hunt, and Darla Biel.
1 contact hourCertificateCIP
Value of Family Voice in System's Work
Presented by Rochelle Holloway, Karissa Perez, Darbi Hunt, and Darla Biel.
1 contact hourCertificateCIP
2023 Legislative Update
Presented by Senator Tim Reed and Representative Taylor Rehfeldt.
1 contact hourCertificateCIP
Civil vs Criminal Child Abuse and Neglect Cases
Presented by Colleen Moran in conjunction with SD State Bar.
1 contact hourCertificateCIP
Situational Awareness
Presented by Scott Sheldon, SD Unified Judicial System.
1 contact hourCertificateCIP
Independent Living and Young Voices
Presented by Eric Grover, SD Department of Social Services.
1 contact hourCertificateCIP
Preparing a Child Witness for Court
Presented by Lara Roetzel, SD Network Against Family Violence and Sexual Assault.
1 contact hourCertificateCIP
Overview of Brackeen v Haaland
Presented by Sheldon Spotted Elk and Jack Trope, Casey Family Programs.
1 contact hourCertificateCIP
Multidiscplinary Teams
Presented by Brittany Novotony, Amanda Liebl, Angela Lisburg, and Tifanie Petro.
1 contact hourCertificateCIP
Huron Safety Plan Project
Presented by Dawn Johnson, Regional Manager for Child Protection Services, Department of Social Services and Winter Hendrickson, Foster Parent.
1 contact hourCertificateCIP
2022 Legislative Update
Presented by Carrie Sanderson, Director, Center for the Prevention of Child Maltreatment.
1 contact hourCertificateCIP
The Role of a Parent and Child Attorney in Child Welfare Cases
Presented by Nicole Laughlin, Laughlin Law.
1 contact hourCertificateCIP
Role of a State’s Attorney in Child Abuse and Neglect Cases
Presented by Wendy Kloeppner, Lake County State’s Attorney and Roxie Erickson, Pennington County Deputy State’s Attorney.
1 contact hourCertificateCIP
Conversations with a Foster Parent
Presented by Lori Schaeffer, Foster Parent; Andrea Hemeyer, SD Department of Social Services; and Jennifer Mueller, SD Department of Social Services.
1 contact hourCertificateCIP
Family Time and Sibling/Relative Placement Preferences
Presented by Sara Sheppick, SD Department of Social Services, Division of Child Protection Services.
1 contact hourCertificateCIP
Understanding Bias and Impact on the Legal System
Presented by Taneeza Islam, SD Voices for Peace.
1 contact hourCertificateCIP
Codington County Family Court Pilot Project
Presented by Judge Carmen Means.
1 contact hourCertificateCIP
Stress Triggers on Families, including Holiday Stress
Presented by Nikki Eining, Avera Behavioral Brookings.
1 contact hourCertificateCIP
Connecting Families and Clients with Services
Presented by Betsy Schuster, Helpline Center.
1 contact hourCertificateCIP
Cultural Awareness in the Courtroom
Presented by Wayne Weston, Center for Disabilities.
1 contact hourCertificateCIP
Family Considerations in Abuse and Neglect Cases
Presented by Tifanie Petro, Children's Home Society.
1 contact hourCertificateCIP
Safety and Planning Conditions for Return
Presented by Pamela Bennett, SD Department of Social Services.
1 contact hourCertificate