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Post-conference Workshop

(Code AC1) Post-conference Intimate Partner Violence & Strangulation Workshop - SOLD OUT

Thursday, August 21, 2025
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM US CT
Earn 6.5 CE
Session Level: All Levels (Beginner/Intermediate/Advanced)
Accepted for SANE Certification: SANE-A, SANE-P
Available during Live and/or Virtual Conference (subject to change): Live Only
Session Trigger Warning: Sexual Violence, IPV, Graphic Images
This workshop provides an in-depth examination of intimate partner violence (IPV) dynamics, with a focus on the anatomy and mechanisms of strangulation. Participants will learn how to effectively assess and document strangulation injuries, as well as the physical and psychological impact of IPV. Through visualization activities and simulated strangulation assessments, learners will gain hands-on experience in identifying and responding to signs of strangulation. This interactive workshop is designed to equip professionals with the knowledge and skills to better support victims and improve their clinical and forensic assessments in cases of IPV.

Registration is required for this workshop. Members: $275; Non-members $375.

For more information and to register for this session, email Sarah Jimenez-Valdez at sarahjv@forensicnurses.org.

Learning Outcomes:

Increased knowledge about:
  • assessing, identifying, and documenting signs of strangulation in intimate partner violence (IPV) cases, using both clinical and forensic approaches to support effective victim care and intervention.