Certification in Rape Trauma
Rape Trauma is defined as the unlawful sexual activity and usually sexual intercourse carried out forcibly or under threat of injury against a person's will or with a person who is beneath a certain age or incapable of valid consent because of mental illness, mental deficiency, intoxication, unconsciousness, or deception.
Certification in Rape Trauma is based on an applicant's knowledge, experience, education and training related to rape trauma. The Certification in Rape Trauma falls under the Academy's Certification Programs in Traumatic Stress Specialities. Professionals applying for Certification in Rape Trauma need to document their knowledge, experience, education and training in the area of rape trauma. Resumes should include relevant information each of these areas and supporting documentation should be included with each application.
Members who achieve Certification in Rape Trauma may represent their credential as follows:
Annmarie Cherco, Ph.D., C.R.T.
Certified in Rape Trauma
American Academy of Experts in Traumatic Stress in collaboration with the National Center for Crisis Management
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