training institute

The Alliance was among the organizations whose voices informed the writing and passage of New York State’s Enough is Enough legislation, which provides guidelines to institutions of higher education statewide in their treatment of the problem of sexual violence. As a part of this effort, the Alliance launched the Campus Training Institute (CTI), a training program designed to meet the requirements of critical federal and state legislations while helping colleges and universities address sexual violence among students, staff and faculty from an intersectional and trauma-informed perspective.We assist schools with their onboarding and ongoing educational training efforts on a wide range of topics including the causes and effects of sexual violence, consent, and bystander engagement.

Examples of requested trainings:

• Title IX Coordinator Training
• Causes and Effects of Sexual Violence
• Bystander Intervention
• Engaging Greek Life and Athletics
• Sex, Sexuality, and Consent Communication

The Alliance’s signature training program Sexual Assault Forensic Examiner Training Institute (SAFETI) is the largest New York State Department of Health (NYS DOH)-certified training program for licensed emergency department and medical professionals in New York State. SAFETI is the only training program in New York City that is open to all licensed doctors, registered nurses, nurse practitioners and physician assistants. SAFETI trains staff of organizations aiming to improve their services to survivors of sexual assault.   The Alliance also develops and provides tailored trainings for a variety of human service organizations who wish to address the issue of sexual violence.  

Examples of requested trainings:

• Vicarious Trauma and Self-Care
• The Neurobiology of Trauma
• Volunteer Advocates Training
• Sexual Violence and Acute Care Treatment

Currently offering:

• March 2019 Sexual Assault Forensic Examiner (SAFE) Training – 40 Hour Basic Course  

This comprehensive, 40-hour SAFE certification course trains medical professionals to provide competent, compassionate care to sexual assault victims. Upon completion, course participants will be able to use the Certificate of Completion in order to be certified as a SAFE with NYS Department of Health.

• April 2019 Skills Lab  

Skills Lab intends to help clinicians practice as SAFE examiners in New York State. In order to become a NYS Certified SAFE Examiner, healthcare providers must complete the NYS DOH didactic course as well as a supervised “preceptorship” experience. The Skills Lab course, to be held April 16, 2019, is an excellent way for SAFEs to refresh their skills and knowledge base. Click the link above to register now!

• May SAFE Alliance Quarterly Meeting & Training

On May 21, 2019, join the NYC community of Medical Forensic Examiners to stay connected and strengthen your skills to advance in your profession. The NYC SAFE Alliance provides a forum for sexual assault forensic examiners to share information, expand skills, network, and connect. 

• June 2019 Adult/Adolescent Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) Course

This comprehensive, 40-hour* SAFE certification course trains medical professionals to provide competent, compassionate care to sexual assault victims, while using the most advanced technology associated with DNA and other sexual assault forensic evidence collection and preservation.

The Alliance’s trainings and technical assistance initiative support the efforts of rape crisis programs, practitioners, schools, community organizations and non-traditional partners, including bars, nightlife establishments, transportation services, in sexual violence prevention and response. Having served as a formal  New York State Center of Excellence in Sexual Assault Prevention (COEs), we use a well-formed technical assistance methodology and have the successful track record required to guide thoughtful prevention programs in multiple settings.   Our Training and Technical Assistance staff works closely with programs on an individual level to provide customized training,  policy and programming advice, needs assessments, and educational opportunities. We also work regionally and at state level to increase the representation of the needs and rights of survivors, the programs that serve them, and the communities most affected by sexual violence through technical assistance, training and advocacy.   We provide educational resources, such as toolkits and webinars, designed to increase skills and knowledge of survivors, providers, policymakers and the general public about trends and needs related to innovative programs and best practices in sexual violence prevention and response.

Examples of requested training topics:

• Consent
• Sexual Violence Prevention on College Campuses
• Bystander Engagement
• Preventing Sexual Violence in Nightlife Spaces
• Engaging Men in Sexual Violence Prevention

The New York City Alliance Against Sexual Assault is approved to provide Continuing Education to LMSWs and LCSWs in New York State.  The Alliance is pleased to provide training and workshops to licensed providers via our Training Institute.  Courses will be held online and at low cost.  

Interested in a specialized training tailored to the needs of your organization or community? Complete the training request form, below, with detailed information and we will respond to your request quickly!