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Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACES)

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Course Overview

Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACES)

Author: Marybeth Anderson Keppler BSN, RN 

This course will discuss the risk factors that increase the likelihood of ACEs, ways to mitigate these risks, and other valuable information. ACEs do not only create an impact on that individual and their family, but negatively impact society as a whole, and are considered a public health issue by the CDC. 

Course Outline

  1. Introduction 
  2. Definition 
  3. Statistical/Demographic Evidence 
  4. Causes and Risk Factors 
  5. Cultural Considerations 
  6. Lifespan Impact on the Individual 
  7. Societal Implications 
  8. Ways to Mitigate ACEs 
  9. Reporting ACEs 
  10. Support and Additional Resources 
  11. Conclusion 

Accreditation Statement

Nursing CE Central LLC is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.

In this course, we will discuss Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACES)​. It will take the average learner 60 minutes to complete and awards contact hours of continuing education.

Course Outcomes

After completing this course, the learner will rate a 4 out of 5 on the Likert Scale for their ability to:

  1. Identify the three main categories of ACEs. 
  2. Understand the long-term impact on those who have experienced types of ACEs. 
  3. Discuss ways to prevent ACEs or mitigate their effects. 
  4. Determine where to report ACEs, and how to provide additional support to those who may need it. 

Target Audience

  • Registered Nurses (RN)
  • Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRN)
  • Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN/LVN)

Requirement for Completion

  1. Enrollment in the course by the learner
  2. Read and learn all course materials
  3. Complete the course evaluation
  4. Attest and testify learning of the course materials

Accreditations + Approvals

  • American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) (P0614)
  • California Board of Registered Nursing (CEP 17418)
  • Kentucky Board of Nursing (7-0090)
  • Louisiana State Board of Nursing (58)
  • New York State Department of Education (IC 208)
  • New York State Department of Education Child Abuse #80996
  • Florida Board of Nursing (50-23983)

Disclosure of Relevant Financial Relationships

Nursing CE Central nor any of the authors, planners, content experts, or any contributors have any relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies to disclose.

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Course created on: August 07, 2024

Course Expires on: August 07, 2027

Course Offering: #235