Polk County River Place
 2309 Euclid Ave.
Des Moines, Iowa

OR

Iowa Department of Corrections- Central Office
510 East 12th Street
Des Moines, Iowa

OR

Virtual (Dependent on COVID or weather concerns)

SOTP Certification Training Schedule

Course Overview / Objectives



Purpose
This training program is based upon the National Institute of Corrections training program entitled “Sex Offender Treatment Skills for Correctional Professionals” from U.S. Department of Justice.  IBTSA adapted this program for sex offender treatment providers in Iowa.  This training program is intended to provide information on evidenced based practices to establish a basic set of competencies for professional certification in the provision of services to sexual abusers.  The overall goal of this program is to prevent sexual abuse by providing training and education, with a core focus on victims, so that high quality services can be provided to sexual abusers.  McGrath and Cumming (2004) indicate that sex offender service provision is not linear.  Instead, services are better viewed as interrelated with one area having the ability to impact any or all other areas.  Therefore, even though the training will be presented in a linear fashion focusing on Victim Impact, Sex Offender Characteristics, Assessment, Treatment, and Supervision, these areas will be integrated so that the participant has a “big picture” concept of sexual abusers, while also focusing the underlying details.  It is important to note that although this training addresses many of the key areas in sex offender service provision, it is only an overview.  More in-depth training is recommended as one continues to gain experience in working with people who have committed sexual offenses.

Benefits
An academic degree in behavioral or medical science does not necessarily guarantee sufficient training or competency in psychotherapy, counseling, or assessment of sexual deviancy, recidivism risk or sex offending issues.  The establishment of basic competencies in sexual abuser service provision and a system of voluntary professional certification, assures the opportunity for continued growth and development in sexual abuse service provision.  This certification effort benefits:
The Victim
Ensures that the priorities of intervention are the safety of the community and the victims, prevention of further victimization and restoration of the physical and emotional integrity of the victims and families.

The Abuser
Ensures competent professional counseling, assessment and supervision are received for the protection of the victim (s) and community.

The Professional
Provides a respected professional credential, which is based on education, training, and experience.  Members my list IBTSA certification on their resume.  However, certification does not imply that IBTSA endorses the member’s views, opinions, practices or professional competencies.

The Profession
Provides a method whereby professional standards are establish and maintained.

Cost

$200 for the full Preservice or $30 per Session

Locations

Polk County River Place
2309 Euclid Ave.
Des Moines, Iowa

OR

IA Department of Corrections
510 E. 12th Street
​Des Moines, Iowa

OR

Virtual

Make-up Sessions:

For participants who have previously paid the registration fee to attend the entire Pre-service but could not attend all nine sessions, you may attend any session you missed at no cost.  You must complete the attached registration form and indicate the session/s you will attend in order to receive your certificate.  If you are not sure at this time you must call or e-mail Jennifer Guild at least a week in advance of the session you plan to attend.

Course Schedule
*If COVID or inclement weather are an concern, we will switch to a virtual format.  You will be notified via email of the change.   

September 23, 2021 - HISTORY – CHARACTERISTICS - ETIOLOGY

Thursday, September 23, 2021  (Iowa Department of Corrections)
HISTORY – CHARACTERISTICS - ETIOLOGY
9:00-9:30      History of Sex Offender Treatment in Iowa & IBTSA Certification            Sara Beth Schurr
10:30-12:00   Characteristics of Sex Offenders/Typology                                                Michael Klobnak  
12:00-1:00     LUNCH
1:00- 3:30      Characteristics of Sex Offenders/Typology                                                 Michael Klobnak  
 
Board Member On-Site Coordinator: Jennifer Guild


See information about presenters HERE

October 21, 2021 - COMPREHENSIVE/CREDIBILITY ASSESSMENTS 

Thursday, October 21, 2021 (Polk County River Place)
COMPREHENSIVE ASSESSMENT/CREDIBILITY ASSESSMENTS
9:00-12:00    Comprehensive Psychosexual Assessment/Risk Assessment                   Ashley Lappe                                                              12:00-1:00     LUNCH
1:00-2:00      SOTIPS                                                                                                                    Ashley Lappe
2:30-3:30      Eye Detect/Integrating Polygraph with Treatment                                        Cathy McGinnis
 
Board Member On-Site Coordinator: Jennifer Guild


See information about presenters HERE

November 18, 2021 - BEST PRACTICES IN TREATMENT

Thursday, November 18, 2021 - VIRTUALLY VIA ZOOM  (Reach out to Jennifer Guild at jennifer.guild@iowa.gov for the Zoom invite)
BEST PRACTICES IN TREATMENT
9:00-10:00     Film: Pervert Park                                                                                           
10:00-12:00   Evidence Based Practices in Sex Offender Programming                      Dr. Malinda Lamb
12:00-1:00     LUNCH
1:00-3:30       Self-Regulation and Good Lives Model                                                      Dr. Malinda Lamb                       

Board Member On-Site Coordinator: Malinda Lamb


See information about presenters HERE

December 9, 2021 - BEST PRACTICES IN TREATMENT/SUPERVISION

Thursday, December 9, 2021  VIRTUALLY VIA ZOOM  (Reach out to Jennifer Guild at jennifer.guild@iowa.gov for the Zoom invite)
BEST PRACTICES IN TREATMENT/SUPERVISION
9:00-12:00   Group Facilitation/Continuity of Care/Aftercare Programming     Michael Klobnak                                                                       12:00-1:00    LUNCH
1:00-3:30      RNR/Supervision Strategies                                                                 Mike Schreck
                       
Board Member On-Site Coordinator: Jennifer Guild


See information about presenters HERE


January 13, 2022 - SEX OFFENDER REGISTRY-MANDATORY REPORTING-TRENDS 

Thursday, January 13, 2022  (Polk County River Place)
SO REGISTRY/TRENDS/MANDATORY REPORTING CONCERNS
9:00-11:30    Sexual Offender Registry                                                                                      Cheryl Nolan
11:30-12:30   LUNCH
12:30-2:00    Research                                                                                                              Sarah Finneran
2:15-3:30       DHS                                                                                                                            Tracy White
 
Board Member On-Site Coordinator:  Jennifer Guild


See information about presenters HERE

February 10, 2022 - SECONDARY TRAUMA/VICTIM ISSUES

Thursday, February 10, 2022 (Polk County River Place)
SECONDARY TRAUMA/VICTIM ISSUES
9:00-11:30    Managing Job Impact/Secondary Trauma                                                 Sara Beth Schurr
11:30-12:30   LUNCH
12:30-3:30    Victim Issues                                                                                                      Mary Roche/Ed Cummings
                                               
Board Member On-Site Coordinator: Jennifer Guild

See information about presenters HERE

March 10, 2022 - SPECIAL POPULATIONS

Thursday, March 10, 2022 (Polk County River Place)
SPECIAL POPULATIONS
9:00-11:30     Special Needs/Special Populations                                                            John Bidwell
11:30-12:30    LUNCH
12:30-1:30     Geriatric                                                                                                              Ashley Lappe
1:30-2:30       Mental Health                                                                                                   Ashley Lappe
2:30-3:30       Female Populations                                                                                        Wendy McGinnis

Board Member On-Site Coordinator: Jennifer Guild

See information about presenters HERE
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April 14, 2022 - JUVENILE ISSUES

Thursday, April 14, 2022 (Polk County River Place)
JUVENILE ISSUES           
9:00-10:00     Juvenile Risk Assessment                                                                            Brian Nissen 
10:15-11:00     Best Practices                                                                                                 Nate Desy                                       
11:00-12:00    Lunch
12:00-2:00     Differences between Juvenile and Adult Offenders                                 Tonna Lawrenson                                                          2:15- 3:30       Use of Pornography by Adolescents                                                           Tonna Lawrenson
 
Board Member On-Site Coordinator: Jennifer Guild

See information about presenters HERE

May 12, 2022 - SOCIAL MEDIA & CIVIL COMMITMENT

Thursday, May 12, 2022   (Polk County River Place)                   
SOCIAL MEDIA & CIVIL COMMITMENT
9:00-11:30     Social Media & Technology                                                                       Dan Newby
11:30-12:30    LUNCH
12:30-3:30     CCUSO--Civil Commitment                                                                       Clint Frederiksen
 
Board Member On-Site Coordinator:  Jennifer Guild

See information about presenters HERE