Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE)
WHO WE PROVIDE COURSES AND TRAINING FOR:
APRNs and RNs with at least two years of clinical experience who are interested in forensic nursing and serving specialized populations.
Course Options & Accreditation
Our SANE training equips nurses to provide expert, trauma-informed care to victims of sexual assault across all ages. Approved by both the International Association of Forensic Nurses (IAFN) and the Texas Office of the Attorney General, this training meets national and state educational standards.
SANE: Adult/Adolescent
/Pediatric
Fully Online
64.0 contact hours of IAFN-approved Continuing Nursing Education (CNE)
Covers care across all age groups
SANE: Adult/Adolescent
Fully Online
46.2 contact hours of IAFN-approved Continuing Nursing Education (CNE)
Ideal for nurses focusing on care for teens and adults
What You’ll Learn:
This in-depth course will equip you to:
Provide trauma-informed medical care with confidence and compassion
Conduct forensic exams for adults, adolescents, and children
Properly collect, document, and preserve critical evidence
Navigate the legal system and understand your responsibilities within it
Collaborate effectively with community partners, including law enforcement and victim advocates
What’s Included?
Didactic instruction from expert forensic nurses
Interactive modules and immersive, case-based learning
Hands-on practice with real-world forensic scenarios
Essential resources to launch your career in forensic nursing
Topics Include:
Domestic Violence & Human Trafficking
Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs)
Pregnancy-related care
Pediatric & special populations
History of forensic nursing
Physical & ano-genital assessments
Trauma-informed interviewing techniques
Strangulation injuries
Photography for documentation
Suspect exams
Partnering with law enforcement, crime labs, and the judicial system