Please use the tabs below to find training opportunities. This page will be updated with new training opportunities as they become available.
January
SCVAN Legal Lunch & Learn:
Legal Issues for Survivors of Homicide Victims
Sponsor: South Carolina Victim Assistance Network SCVAN
Date & Time: January 18, 2023 from 12:00 pm – 01:00 pm
Credit Hours: 1 hour
Location: Online Webinar
Agenda:
12:00 pm Common Victims’ Rights Issues for Survivors of Homicide Victims
12:20 pm: Best Practices and Resources for Victims
12:40 pm: Overview of the Probate Process
Description: This workshop focuses on the legal issues faced by survivors of homicide victims. It will cover best practices for working with these victims, common victims’ rights issues that arise in these cases, victim-survivor resources, and an overview of the probate process.
To Register: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_3gGC5Av5TdG7LWSJx36xRQ
Contact: Rebekah Hiatt 803-542-1312
This webinar must be attended to receive VSP credit, viewing a recorded copy will not provide VSP credit.
February
Save the Date for SCCADVASA Basic Core Training
- Registration: Wednesday, January 25 – Monday, Feb 6
- Introductory Meeting: Monday, February 13 @ 2:00 PM
- Large Group Meeting: Tuesday, April 25 from 9:00 am – 3:30 pm
For more training information & registration: https://www.sccadvasa.org/basic-training/
*Please note, all courses for Victim Service Provider Basic Training will close on the specified date or when the cohort reaches full capacity.
Save the date for the SC Victims' Rights Week Conference!
The 36th Annual SC Victims' Rights Week Conference will be held in April 2023! The crime victim scholarship online application form is now open.
For more information or to apply, please visit:
Please note that the 15 hour "Basic Core" curriculum will be offered only during the virtual week of the conference: April 17-21, 2023.
March
Save the date for the SC Victims' Rights Week Conference!
The 36th Annual SC Victims' Rights Week Conference will be held in April 2023! The crime victim scholarship online application form is now open.
For more information or to apply, please visit:
Please note that the 15 hour "Basic Core" curriculum will be offered only during the virtual week of the conference: April 17-21, 2023.
Lunch & Learn - Resources for Immigrant Victims in the Midlands
Sponsor: South Carolina Victim Assistance Network - SCVAN Legal
Date & Time: March 28, 2023 from 10:00 am – 11:00 am
Credit Hours: 1 hour
Location: Online Webinar
Description:
A training for community members, victim advocates, and law enforcement who serve immigrant victims in the midlands. Join the Midlands Immigrant Victim Coalition and other community partners as we share resources for immigrant victims in our community. Organizations that will be highlighted are: SCVAN Legal Services, SCCMA, SCDEW, Lexington Sheriff’s Office, DSS.
To Register: https://www.scivc.info/events/resource-for-immigrant-victims-in-the-midlands
For more Information: www.scvanlegal.org
Contact: Rebekah Hiatt 803-542-1312
This webinar must be attended to receive VSP credit, viewing a recorded copy will not provide VSP credit.
April
Know your Rights Series
Sponsor: South Carolina Victim Assistance Network - SCVAN Legal
Date & Time: April 3-6, 2023 - from 12:00 pm – 12:30 pm
Credit Hours: .5 hrs. per session
Description:
This training will highlight four important crime victims’ rights during the criminal process: Presenters will review the rights listed below as stated in the constitution and further explained in the statutes. They will highlight any affirmative action victims have to make to exercise their rights, what victim service providers can do to help enforce these rights, and lastly, what issues could be referred to SCVAN Legal Services. Victim Service Providers will leave this presentation with a greater understanding of victims’ rights and strengthen protections for victims. They will learn how to timely refer a case to SCVAN Legal so that we can most effectively assist victims.
Monday April 3rd –The Right to Participate
To Register: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_tX4o5cK2TAS-W4SQ7X7Xfg
Tuesday April 4th – The Right to be Treated with Respect
To Register: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Codo_GUTTQel2uvTK8p34A
Wednesday April 5th – Post Conviction Rights
To Register: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_MyZCSXKVTVe3VBiiRP5uFQ
Thursday April 6th – The Right to Prompt Conclusion
To Register: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_f92CsxyGQjqqMExTnzVHbQ
For more Information: www.scvanlegal.org
Contact: Rebekah Hiatt 803-542-1312
This webinar must be attended to receive VSP credit, viewing a recorded copy will not provide VSP credit.
2023 SAAM Conference: Connect, Empower, Prevent
Sponsor: Cumbee Center to Assist Abused Persons
Date & Time: April 28, 2023 from 8:30 pm – 4:00 pm
Credit Hours: 4.75 hours
Location: University of South Carolina at Aiken, 471 University Parkway, Aiken, SC 29801
Student Activities Center (upstairs)
Objectives:
- CONNECT - SCCADVASA
Exploring the connection between individuals and communities and sexual violence
Focusing on and understanding the bigger picture through a systems approach and a holistic view
- EMPOWER - 2nd Judicial Circuit Court Assistant Solicitor
Defining sexual violence
South Carolina laws
Nationwide and South Carolina statistics
How agencies and organizations work together with solicitors
- PREVENT - SC Sexual Violence organizations Julie Valentine Center and Safe Passages, Inc.
Organizations across the state share their agency services and prevention efforts/strategies
Networking
For information: contact April Jordan at (803) 641-4162, ext. 7009
May
“BASIC CORE” TRAINING FOR VICTIM SERVICE PROVIDERS
Sponsor: South Carolina Coalition against Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault (SCCADVASA)
Date & Time: May 23, 2023 – August 1, 2023
- Registration: Monday, May 1 – Friday, May 12
- Introductory Meeting: Monday, May 22 @ 2:00 PM
- Deadline to complete online courses – Monday, July 25
- Group Meeting – Tuesday, August 1 from 9:00 am – 3:30 pm
Credit Hours: 15
Location: Online
*Please note, all courses for Victim Service Provider Basic Training will close on the specified date or when the cohort reaches full capacity.
Program Description: SCCADVASA’s Basic Training for Victim Service Providers provides an intensive, interactive learning experience where new victim service providers gain the foundational knowledge and professional skills they need to use a strengths-based approach to provide direct services to Victims of Crime, while also advocating for the rights of survivors, educating to bring about awareness and prevention, and collaborating with allies across the state.
Core Courses: Basic VSPs will be able to complete all 15 hours of their core requirement by completing this training. *You must attend the entire training to receive any VSP Continuing Education Credits. The Basic Training Course is a 15-hour course – 11.5 hours online and the remaining hours are on a scheduled webinar.
- Online portion: must be completed prior to attending the webinar portion of this training. Check the links below for each training’s online opening dates & information.
- Webinar portion: Group meeting Monday May 22, 2023 9:00 am – 3:30 pm
Contact: Tricia Phaup at 803.256.2900 or Registration@sccadvasa.org
For additional information, fees & registration instructions please click the following link: http://www.sccadvasa.org/basic-training-for-victim-service-providers/
Save the Date for SCCADVASA Basic Core Training
Third Training Session 2023 — Sept. 11, 2023 – Nov. 14, 2023
- Registration: Monday, August 21 – Friday, September 1
- Introductory Meeting: Monday, September 11 @ 2:00 PM
- Large Group Meeting: Tuesday, November 14 from 9:00 am – 3:30 pm
SC KNOWMORE WEBINAR SERIES: The Critical Intersections of Sex Trafficking and Missing and Murdered Indigenous Relatives
Sponsor: South Carolina Coalition against Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault (SCCADVASA)
Date & Time: May 12, 2023 from 10:00 am – 11:30 pm
Credit Hours: 1.25 hours
Location: Online Webinar
Description: The dangers of sex trafficking are often exacerbated by the long-existing barriers of invisibility and jurisdictional barriers that traffickers count on when committing violent crimes. The presenter will explore the critical intersection of sex trafficking and murdered and missing Indigenous relatives and offer support and training around the historical connections of Tribal cultures, impacts, policy, sovereignty, and traditional values, along with the emerging issues in contemporary sex trafficking. These connections are tightly woven between victims/survivors, their communities, and families.
To Register: Training Web Address:
https://www.sccadvasa.org/training-and-events
For more info: Contact the Training and Special Events Coordinator at registration@sccadvasa.org.
This webinar must be attended to receive VSP credit, viewing a recorded copy will not provide VSP credit.
Non-Fatal Strangulation: The Do’s and Don’ts
Sponsor: Prisma Health – Midlands
Date & Time: May 25, 2023, from 7:30 am – 5:30 pm
Credit Hours: 6.75 VSP hours
For more information: gina.dyergoss@prismahealth.org
June
DCVC Regional Training
Sponsor: SCAG - Department of Crime Victim Compensation
Date & Time: June 22, 2023 – 8:30 AM to 3:45 PM
Credit Hours: 5 hours
Location: Greenville City Police Department Training Facility
688 Mauldin Road, Greenville, SC 29607
Description:
DCVC’s regional trainings are designed to help advocates and service providers navigate their way through the payment and reimbursement process, as well as educate and train professionals on DCVC’s eligibility criteria. There is a four-part payment process, and this process will be reviewed and explained in detail. The information and instructions provided to participants will aid and assist in processing crime victims’ compensation and sexual assault claims, and help advocates and providers have a clearer understanding of the agency’s process. This training will also provide a detailed overview of the Act 141 money.
Registration: : https://scattorneygeneral.wufoo.com/forms/m8pciry1lxkimw/
For more information contact:
Genita Snipes – (803) 734-1706, gsnipes@scag.gov
Gail Washington – (803) 734-1712, gwashington@scag.gov
Recognizing and Reporting Child Abuse and Neglect
Sponsor: Pee Dee AHEC
Date & Time: June 9, 2022 - from 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Credit Hours: 1.75 VSP hours
Location: Online Webinar
Fee: Free
Description:
This course is designed for mandated reporters and professionals who have frequent contact with children.
Objectives:
Upon completion of this course, the participant should be able to:
- Identify mandated reporters according to South Carolina law.
- Describe statutory requirements and protections.
- Identify the role and responsibility of the mandated reporter.
- Recognize signs of possible child abuse and neglect.
- Describe when to make a report of child abuse and neglect .
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To Register: https://ce.peedeeahec.net/courses/2935
Contact: Nita Jackson @ 843-777-5343 or email: njackson@mcleodhealth.
SC World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD)
Sponsor: South Carolina Victim Assistance Network SCVAN
Date & Time: June 29, 2023, from 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Credit Hours: 4 VSP credit hours
Location: North Charleston City Hall, Council Room,
2500 City Hall Lane, North Charleston, SC 29406
Description:
Every week in June, organizations from across the great state of South Carolina will rally together to support older adults aging gracefully.
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD) was launched by the International Network for the Prevention of Elder Abuse and the World Health Organization at the United Nations. The purpose of WEAAD is to provide an opportunity for communities around the world to promote a better understanding of abuse and neglect of older persons by raising awareness of the cultural, social, economic, and demographic processes affecting elder abuse and neglect.
For Information & Agenda: Contact: Shannon Geary, 803-750-1200 or Shannon@scvan.org
To Register: https://www.scvan.org/weaadtraining
July
STRANGULATION: The Last Warning Shot
Sponsor: Pee Dee AHEC
Date & Time: July 21, 2023 - from 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Credit Hours: 6.25 VSP hours
Location: Online Webinar
Fee: $40.00
Description:
This course is held by the Training Institute on Strangulation Prevention and made possible by the McLeod Forensic Nurse Training Program HRSA grant. This course is to bring further information and knowledge to topics of strangulation including “Because We Didn’t Know,” “If We Only Knew- All Things Medical,” “How Do you Know- Investigators,” “How Do you Prove It- All Things Legal,” and “They Have a Right to Know- Victim Advocacy.” This course allows you to understand all aspects of a SARRT team members role in caring for a strangulation patient.
For More Information: Click here!
For more information Contact: Natalie Lennard Natalie.lennard@mcleodhealth.org
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Basic Core Training for Victim Service Providers -
Sponsor: Orangeburg County Sheriff’s Office Victims Services Unit &
The South Carolina Victim Assistance Network (SCVAN)
Date: Wednesday, November 30, 2022 – Friday, December 2, 2022
Time: 9:00am – 5:00pm
This is a free In-person Training with limited space - Class is FULL
Registration deadline is November 30, 2020
OVSEC-Course # 0848
Approved Credit Hours: 15
Core Courses: This training will enable VSPs to complete the 15 hour “Basic Core” curriculum required to become a certified VSP in the state of South Carolina. Please note
*You must attend the entire training to meet the requirements & activate your VSP certification.
For more information: Contact Chandra McPherson Gibbs at 803.308.7684 or email at cmcpherson@orangeburgcounty.org
Registration link: https://www.scvan.org/basiccore
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