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Structured Assessment of Protective Factors (SAPROF) Certified Training

US$255 Regular Price

-US$25 GIFR Member Price


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CE Credits: 4 Credits
Length: 4 Hours
Level: Intermediate
CE Eligibility: APA, ASWB ACE, ANCC, NBCC, NAADAC, CPA
Training Style: Video
Category: Risk Assessment and Management
Intended Audience: Mental Health, Correctional, and Legal Professionals

Training Description
The Structured Assessment of Protective Factors (SAPROF) is an internationally-used risk assessment tool developed to supplement the HCR-20 and similar instruments by adding protective factors for violence into the case formulations of adult violent and sexual offenders. Information on internal, external, and motivational factors is gathered via file review and a semi-structured interview, resulting in a structured professional judgment concerning the risk of future violence. Research examining the SAPROF has demonstrated high rates of accuracy and inter-rater reliability. Presented by a co-developer of the SAPROF, this certified non-interactive workshop will train you in the use of the SAPROF while earning 4 hours of valuable Continuing Education Credit.
The development of the SAPROF will be discussed, item-by-item instructions will be given on how to reliably score the measure and interpret its findings, a review of the peer-reviewed research on the SAPROF will be provided, and guidance will be put forth on how to apply SAPROF reporting conventions. Case studies will be employed to allow you to practice using the tool’s manual and to learn to avoid common administration errors.
Attendees should have access to a SAPROF manual purchasable through the instrument’s distributor(s). For details, visit: http://www.saprof.com/content/2012/11/Order-manuals
Trainer Biography
Corine de Ruiter, PhD is co-developer of the Structured Assessment of Protective Factors for Violence (SAPROF). Professor of Forensic Psychology at Maastricht University in The Netherlands, Dr. de Ruiter has published extensively on the relationship between mental illness and violence, the prevention of antisocial behavior in youth, and violence risk assessment. She is a licensed clinical psychologist and also provides psychological services and professional training to social, health, and criminal justice agencies tasked with the assessment, management or treatment of individuals who present a risk to themselves or others. Dr. de Ruiter has served as the President of the International Association of Forensic Mental Health Services and Associate Editor of its journal, The International Journal of Forensic Mental Health.
Learning Objectives
This training is designed to help you:
  • Discuss the development of the SAPROF
  • Review the research literature on the SAPROF
  • Explore the coding rules for the SAPROF
  • Practice scoring the SAPROF

1 Sponsorship: The Global Institute of Forensic Research, Inc is approved by the American Psychological Association, National Association of Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselors, and Canadian Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education trainings. Global Institute of Forensic Research (GIFR) has been approved by NBCC as an approved Continuing Education provider, ACEP No. 6711. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. GIFR is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs. The American Nurses Credentialing Center accepts Continuing Education Credit sponsored by the American Psychological Association. The Global Institute of Forensic Research, Inc (provider #1371) is also approved as a provider for social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) www.aswb.org, through the Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. ACE provider approval period: 6/8/2022-6/8/2025. Social workers should contact their regulatory board to determine course approval. The Global Institute of Forensic Research, Inc maintains responsibility for this program and its contents.
2 Refund/Cancellation Policy: If you wish to request a refund on account of technical difficulties, please contact [email protected].
3 Commercial Supports: The Global Institute of Forensic Research, Inc reports no conflicts of interest in the development and sponsorship of this training. The Global Institute of Forensic Research, Inc receives no commercial support for its Continuing Education programs or from its presenters.

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