N.C. Victim Service Practitioner Certification Academy 2007

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The North Carolina Victim Service Practitioner Certification Program was created by the NC Victim Assistance Network, with collaboration from other agencies, to create a statewide standard in victim services. The goal of the Certification Program is a measurable level of professional recognition while ensuring appropriate services for victims across the state.

VALE - Victim Assistance in Law Enforcement

What is the NC Victim Service Practitioner Certification Program?

The NC Victim Service Practitioner Certification Program is a program that is designed to certify those who provide services to victims of crime. The purpose of this training is to unite all persons in North Carolina who currently have experience in serving crime victims. Though many are seasoned in providing services to victims, the certification program aims to set a uniform standard for training professionals in crime victims services in North Carolina. Through an application process and ensuing training academy, service providers may become certified in areas of victim service.

Benefits of Certification

Recognition of professional skills and competence
Recognition of specialized victim service training and experience
A demonstrated commitment to professional development
Networking opportunities
Increased value to employers and the community

How do I become involved in the Certification Program?

Eligibility Requirements:

Six months of victim services experience
Complete Level I Application
Accept the Code of Ethics
Possess a clean criminal background
Attend the week long Academy
Please Note: You must successfully complete Level I Certification to be eligible for Level II Certification. (Level II Certification is currently being developed)

Level I Curriculum

Advocacy and Utlitizing Community Resources
Child Victims
Crime Vicitm Compensation
Criminal Justice System
Cultural Competency
Domestic Violence
Federal Victims' Rights
History of Victim Movement
Homicide
Impaired Driving
Sexual Assault
Stalking
Stress Management
Theory of Crisis Intervention
Under-served Populations
Values Clarification & Ethics

When is the next Certification Academy?

Our next Academy is scheduled for March 10-14, 2008 at the NCVAN training facility, 130 Penmarc Drive, Raleigh NC.

Who can I contact for more information?

Call (919)831-2857 or email certification@nc-van.org.

How much does it cost to attend the Academy?

The accepted applicants must submit their $150.00 Certification Processing Fee no later than one month before each academy. If the applicant's confirmation is not secured by the deadline, the applicants's place in the academy will be cancelled and filled with the next applicant on the waiting list. (unless payment arrangements have been made with the Program Coordinator)

How long does certification last?

Certified Practitioners must submit documentation of 20 hours of continuing education and the $75.00 re-certification processing fee to the NC Victim Service Practitioner Oversight Committee every three (3) years to be re-certified. Continuing education may include 5 hours review of publications, and/or audio-video tapes, and other victim assistance reference materials. The NC Victim Service Practitioner Oversight Committee reserves the right to deny any applicant re-certification.

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