[2] SANE nurses are specially trained in the medical, psychological, and forensic examination of a sexual assault victim.
There are two different credentials available under the SANE designation: SANE-A for adult and adolescent examiners, and SANE-P, which is specifically for pediatric victims.
Some programs are employed by law enforcement and conduct their exams at stand alone sites, not in an emergency department (ED).
SANEs also receive training in the screening and treatment of sexually transmitted infections (STIs), pregnancy prophylaxis, and providing testimony in court.
Many SARTs also participate in their local communities addressing the prevention of sexual assault and various related issues.