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Core Training

Southern Regional offers six CORE Trainings each year in Huntsville, Alabama: CAC Management, Team Facilitator, MDT Development (2 sessions), Accreditation Boot Camp and Medical Training. These trainings are open to CAC staff and multidisciplinary team members across the United States.

The tuition covers some meals, however attendees are responsible for all costs associated with lodging and travel. Lodging is available at government per diem at the hotel designated in the registration information. It is recommended that you make hotel reservations at least three weeks prior to the training in order to receive the special rate. Complimentary shuttle service from the designated hotel will be available to and from the training site each day. Tuition and travel assistance may be available from your Regional CAC. Click here for a copy of the Training Brochure.

Multidisciplinary Team Development

September 28 - October 1, 2010; November 9 - 12, 2010
Huntsville, AL

This tuition-free training is specifically designed for professionals from various disciplines who participate in a CAC multidisciplinary team and wish to develop and enhance team skills and relationships.
In this course, participants will learn how to:
· Develop trust and teamwork
· Nurture team identity and commitment
· Help your team solve problems and make decisions
· Manage conflict and resolve differences
· Enhance investigative strategies and team operation

Teams must be affiliated with a CAC and consist of six active team members. The disciplines of Child Protection Services, Law Enforcement, Prosecution, and Mental Health are required to attend, with two additional slots that may be filled by CAC Team Coordinators, Victim Advocate, or Medical.

Download a copy of the application here.


Accreditation Boot Camp
October 18 – 19, 2010
Huntsville, AL

Boot Camp is for those CACs who are applying for accreditation and re-evaluation for membership to the National Children’s Alliance.

This training is designed for CACs who are six to eighteen months away from applying for accreditation or re-evaluation.

Course Topics include:
Newly revised NCA standards; understanding the re-accreditation process; acceptable variations of the national standards; preparing the accreditation packet; preparing for the site visit.

To register, complete the online registration form. The registration deadline is October 1, 2010. Confirmations will be emailed to all registered participants.
Questions: contact Darlene Woodard by phone at 256.327.3753 or by email at This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

Cancellation Policy:
No refunds will be given, however your registration is transferable with prior approval from SRCAC.

Hotel Information:
Holiday Inn Research Park
5903 University Drive
Huntsville, AL 35806
256.830.0600
Rate: $95.00/night (deadline: September 26, 2010)
Contact: Reservations and ask for Southern Regional Accreditation Boot Camp

TUITION: $49


Medical Training Academy
November 4 - 6, 2010
Huntsville, Alabama

This training is specifically designed for medical professionals who have the responsibility for providing the medical evaluation for children who are suspected victims of child abuse.

Course Topics include: role of the medical provider; collaboration in the medical community; evaluation and diagnostic approach of child physical and sexual abuse; documentation and interpretation of findings; diagnostic dilemmas; testifying as the medical expert; use of technology; networking; peer review and multi-disciplinary team development. Participants are required to submit case presentation(s).

Target Audience:
This training is appropriate for physicians, nurse practitioners, SANE Nurses or other RN’s with advanced training, and physician’s assistants. This training is not intended for nurses or other health care providers whose role is to assist an examiner.

To register, complete the online registration form. The registraion is open until the class fills. Confirmations will be emailed to all registered participants. Questions: contact Darlene Woodard by phone at 256.327.3753 or by email at This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

Cancellation Policy: No refunds will be given, however your registration is transferable with prior approval from SRCAC.

Hotel Information:
Holiday Inn Research Park
5903 University Drive
Huntsville, AL 35806
256.830.0600
Rate: $95.00/night (deadline: October 1, 2010)
Contact: Reservations and ask for Southern Regional Medical Academy

TUITION: $199