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In this continuing education program, John and Sam Knapp discuss the critical elements of the new Child Protective Service law. Act 31 of 2014 requires all mandated reporters who hold licenses to receive at least two hours of approved continuing education in the signs of child abuse and the reporting requirements for child abuse in Pennsylvania. In Episode 20, Drs. Gavazzi and Knapp review sexual abuse as sex crimes, abuse of newborn children, who mandated reporters are, and why supervises and employees of licensed professionals need to know the mandated reporter requirements. Sam gives John a pop quiz to help listeners with the Child Protective Services law. Psychology students, interns, and other mental health workers are subject to the new Child Protective Services Law. Finally, they review the requirements of reporting, how to report, and mandated reporter rights and protections. Click here to find the PowerPoint presentation associated with this podcast. Click here to take the required testing and course evaluation for appropriate credit. This podcast is designed for mental health professionals and has been approved by the Department of Human Services and the Pennsylvania Department of State to meet the Act 31 requirements. Additionally, these credits will also count towards the 30 hours required for licensing renewal for psychologists.