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Gaming Systems & Problematic Sexual Behaviors

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CE Credits: 1 Credits
Length: 1 Hour
Level: Introductory
CE Eligibility: APA, ASWB ACE, ANCC, NAADAC, CPA, NYSED
Training Style: Video
Category: GIFR Membership Exclusive
Intended Audience: Mental Health, Correctional, and Legal Professionals

Training Description
Video gaming systems have developed into entertainment centers which are at once enjoyable, versatile, and useful. However, they often also provide sexual offenders with unmonitored access to both victims and materials which may increase the likelihood of recidivism. In this presentation, attendees will learn about the capabilities of contemporary video gaming systems and will discuss the various ways these devices may be used inappropriately. Attendees will also gain an understanding of how the use of these devices should be managed, including how to determine which offenders should have access and how these devices should be monitored. Finally, attendees will learn how these devices can be used to enhance treatment and supervision goals.
Trainer Biographies
Rick Parsons has worked in the area of community corrections for over 25 years. Earlier in his career, he was a sex offender officer and was subsequently promoted to the supervisor of the department’s sex offender unit and later to Deputy Chief. He is currently the President of the Mid-Atlantic Region Chapter of the Association for the Treatment of Sexual Abusers (MARATSA).
Nick Honyara is currently the supervisor of a Sexual Offenders Unit. He received his Master of Science degree in Criminal Justice from West Chester University. He has been working in Community Corrections for over 15 years and has trained probation officers from across the country in supervising the cyber sexual offenders. He is currently Chairman of a Sexual Assault Task Force of MARATSA.
Learning Objectives
This training is designed to help you:
  • Discuss how contemporary video gaming systems may be used inappropriately by sexual offenders
  • Identify how the use of contemporary video gaming systems should be managed for sexual offenders
  • Explain how contemporary video gaming systems can be used to enhance treatment and supervision goals

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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