1 Texas Administrative Code § 62.3 – Standards for OAG SANE Training Program Certification

(a) For a SANE training program to become certified as an OAG SANE Training Program, the program shall at a minimum, include provisions for the following:

(1) training, including but not limited to the following topics: dynamics of sexual assault, maltreatment of special populations, multidisciplinary team response to sexual assault, role of the advocate, historical perspective of the sexual assault nurse examiner, role and responsibilities of the SANE, vicarious trauma, regulatory laws and standards, criminal justice system and court appearances, the sexual assault medical forensic examination, treatment modalities and nursing care;

(2) clinical requirements; and

(3) courtroom observation requirements.

(b) A description of the minimum standards for each of the components of an OAG SANE Training Program is described on the OAG website.

(c) In developing the minimum standards for an OAG SANE Training Program, the OAG shall consult with individuals and organizations having knowledge and experience relating to sexual assault.