Training and Supervision

Training

CASA thoroughly trains its volunteers to be the best possible advocates for abused and neglected children. Our volunteers complete a 36-hour training program which covers topics such as Dynamics of Child Abuse and Neglect, Advocate Responsibilities, Family Violence, Cultural Competence, Permanency Planning, Accessing Services and Court Proceedings. All classes must be completed for a volunteer to graduate and be inducted by the court as a CASA volunteer.

Training Schedule

Spring 2012 Evening Class: Staunton, Waynesboro, Augusta County

Spring 2012 Evening Class: Lexington

Supervision

After completing training, CASA volunteers are teamed with a CASA staff supervisor.  Our supervisor has more than 6 years of experience with CASA. Our supervisor provides support and guidance to volunteers throughout their cases and is always present during court hearings.

Continuing Education

In order to keep current with issues that relate to the volunteer role, our volunteers are required to complete 12 hours of continuing education per year. There are various ways to accumulate continuing education hours. We will provide recommendations and information about conferences, seminars and lectures in the area.