What Training Does a CASA Receive?
CASA trainees receive a thorough, standardized, 40-hour pre-service training program, adapted from the National CASA Association Comprehensive Training for the CASA/GAL. Topics covered include: the juvenile court process, effective advocacy techniques for children, child development, family dynamics, communication, information gathering, report writing, child abuse and neglect, permanency planning, cultural awareness, confidentiality, and record keeping. CASA trainees also observe in court and undergo a comprehensive personal interview. After becoming a volunteer, in-service training programs are offered several times each year as well as individualized coaching.
