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Children's Advocacy Centers (CACs) in South Carolina and Their Impacts on Healthcare Providers in the Area

Program Details:
July 21, 2026 | 9:00am-10:30am
Modality:
  • Webinar
Registration Fee(s):
Free to $20.00
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Additional Details
Instructional Hours:
1.50
Didactic Hours (AHEC Scholars):
1.50
Experiential Hours (AHEC Scholars):
0.00
Registration Deadline:
7/20/26 11:59 PM
Cancellation Deadline:
7/19/26 9:00 AM
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Presenter(s)
Description
This webinar provides an overview of Children’s Advocacy Centers (CACs) in South Carolina, with a focus on their structure, function, and impact on healthcare providers in the Pee Dee region. CACs utilize a multidisciplinary team (MDT) model that brings together healthcare professionals, law enforcement, child protective services, mental health providers, and legal professionals to coordinate the investigation, treatment, and prevention of child abuse in a child-friendly, trauma-informed environment. Participants will explore how regional CACs—such as the South Carolina Network of Children’s Advocacy Centers and local centers like the Durant Children’s Center and CARE House of the Pee Dee—support coordinated care delivery, reduce duplication of services, and improve outcomes for pediatric patients experiencing abuse or neglect. The webinar will also examine the implications for healthcare providers, including mandated reporting responsibilities, participation in MDTs, trauma-informed care practices, documentation standards, and collaboration with community partners. Regional data and examples will highlight the scope of CAC services in the Pee Dee, where hundreds of children receive coordinated medical, forensic, and behavioral health services annually. By the end of the session, participants will better understand their role within the CAC framework and how collaboration with CACs enhances patient care, supports legal processes, and strengthens community health outcomes.
Objectives

At the completion of this activity, participants will be able to:

  • Describe the role and structure of Children’s Advocacy Centers (CACs) in South Carolina, including the multidisciplinary team (MDT) model and core services (e.g., forensic interviews, medical evaluations, and advocacy).
  • Explain how CACs reduce trauma and improve care coordination for children experiencing abuse or neglect by minimizing repeated interviews and integrating services across disciplines.
  • Identify the responsibilities of healthcare providers within the CAC model, including mandated reporting, documentation, participation in MDT case review, and collaboration with investigative agencies.
  • Discuss the impact of CACs on healthcare delivery in the Pee Dee region, including improved patient outcomes, streamlined referrals, and enhanced access to trauma-informed services.
  • Apply trauma-informed care principles in clinical practice when working with pediatric patients who may be victims of abuse.
  • Recognize opportunities for interprofessional collaboration between healthcare providers and CAC partners to improve patient safety and community health outcomes.
Disclosures
Pee Dee AHEC’s conflict of interest policy requires faculty to disclose any real or apparent commercial financial affiliations related to the content of their presentations/materials. Speakers have signed a vested interest form declaring any conflict of interest in education activities.
Credits Available
  • Social Worker
    SC Board of Social Work Examiners (Non-SW)
    • Consortium Members:
      • Regular: $10.00 (Until 7/20/2026)
    • All Others:
      • Regular: $20.00 (Until 7/20/2026)
    Credit Statement
    This program is approved for 1.5 non-social work hours of continuing education by Pee Dee AHEC, a part of the South Carolina AHEC system, as defined by the South Carolina Board of Social Work Examiners.
  • Counselor/Therapist
    SC Board of Examiners for Professional Counselors
    • Consortium Members:
      • Regular: $10.00 (Until 7/20/2026)
    • All Others:
      • Regular: $20.00 (Until 7/20/2026)
    Credit Statement
    This program is approved for 1.5 hours of continuing education by Pee Dee AHEC, a division of SC AHEC, under its accreditation by the South Carolina Board of Examiners for Licensed Professional Counselors, Marriage and Family Therapists, and Psycho-Educational Specialists.
  • SC AHEC Scholars
    Area Health Education Consortium Student
    • Pricing:
      • Regular: Free (Until 7/20/2026)
    Credit Statement
    Participation recognition only: This 1.5 hour(s) program is presented by SC AHEC.
  • All Other Participants
    Area Health Education Consortium
    • Consortium Members:
      • Regular: $10.00 (Until 7/20/2026)
    • All Others:
      • Regular: $20.00 (Until 7/20/2026)
    Credit Statement
    This program provides 0.15 CEUs by Pee Dee AHEC and meets South Carolina AHEC Best Practice Standards.
Locations/Participation Options
Contact(s)

If you have questions about the credits, location/video conference information, or any other details specific to this particular program, please reach out to the contact(s) below:

  • Name:
    Kimberly Morris
    Phone:
    843-777-5352
    Email:
    kimberlymorris@mcleodhealth.org
If you have questions related to registering or using the AHEC Learning Portal, please contact alp@scahec.net.

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