SAFE Educational Opportunities
If you're a healthcare professional looking to deepen your skills in providing trauma-informed care to survivors of sexual assault, our 42-hour hybrid training program is designed with you in mind. Blending flexible, self-paced online modules with live, interactive sessions, the program offers a well-rounded, engaging learning experience that fits into your busy schedule.
Throughout the course, you'll build a strong foundation in forensic nursing, with a focus on compassionate, survivor-centered care. We'll cover essential topics like:
- The neurobiology of trauma
- Evidence collection and preservation
- Forensic photography
- Thorough documentation
- Effective advocacy
You’ll also explore the medical, psychological, and legal aspects of caring for survivors while learning to follow both state and national standards for conducting sexual assault forensic exams.
This course follows the International Association of Forensic Nurses (IAFN) Education Guidelines and prepares you to pursue SANE certification. This course has received the IAFN Seal-of-Approval.
Whether you’re a nurse, advanced practice provider, or other healthcare professional, this program is a powerful step toward making a lasting, meaningful impact in the lives of those who need it most.
Ready to Take the Next Step?
If you are interested in becoming a SAFE and would like to register for our upcoming training course, please contact us to begin the registration process.
Lori Clements, MSN, RN, MA SANE, SANE-A, SAFE Program Director
Phone: 401-444-8714
Email: [email protected]
Mary Straub, BSN, RN, SANE-A, SAFE Program Clinical Educator
Phone: 401-444-0940
Email: [email protected]