Stages of Change with Commercially Sexually Exploited Youth Home Study (3 CEs)

Although the commercial sexual exploitation of youth has occurred in the United States, it has only recently begun to get attention. Given the newness of the topic, many providers struggle to engage youth involved in the com­mercial sex industry. The Stages of Change model has been identified as a best practice for working with the popula­tion. This 3-hour training will equip you with a better understanding of the Stages of Change model and en­gagement skills you can utilize when working with youth who are commercially sexually exploited. Without a model to engage youth, providers may place undue pressure on youth, unintentionally cause harm, and develop unrealis­tic expectations for themselves. The training will discuss the stages in a practical manner. Participants will follow a youth through each stage and learn strategies to engage them and help them move to the next stage.