Each Court Appointed Special Advocate is required to complete a minimum of 12 hours of in-service activities per year. At least one of those trainings must be related to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Accessibility and Belonging (DEIAB). Below you will find a selection of opportunities for our volunteers to earn their hours more frequent and more flexible.
In addition to in-service trainings hosted by our program, the Maryland CASA Association and National CASA Association offer various excellent trainings to which our volunteers have access.
When you have completed an in-service training, fill out the Continuing Education Credit Form below or email your Case Supervisor with proof of completion.
UPCOMING TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES
MONDAY, MAR 20 | 6:30 PM | ONLINE
INTERSECTION OF FOSTER CARE & IMMIGRATION
Presented by Andy Strait, of the Marigold Law Center
Join Andy Strait, a dedicated lawyer with extensive experience in immigration law and advocacy, as he leads a training on supporting youth navigating both the foster care and immigration systems. Learn practical strategies for advocating for and supporting youth.
MONDAY, MAR 24 | 9 AM | ONLINE
MOVING FROM POST-TRAUMATIC STRESS TO POST-TRAUMATIC GROWTH
Presented by the Roper Victim Assistance Academy of Maryland, University of Maryland
Much has been written about the long-term adverse effects of traumatic life experiences, including PTSD, depression, and addiction. In this workshop we will focus on an exciting and encouraging alternative byproduct to traumatic events that takes us through the pain and grief of trauma but eventually brings us to a place of newfound hope, resiliency, and healing. We will explore the tangible markers of Post-Traumatic Growth, including: increased attachment and a new way of relating to others; the capacity to believe in new possibilities; the rediscovery of personal strengths; and a newfound appreciation for life in general.
Eligible for 1 hour of CEUs
THURSDAY, MAR 27 | 6 PM | ONLINE
SUPPORTED DECISION-MAKING VIRTUAL WORKSHOP
Presented by Parent’s Place of Maryland
Young adults (age 18-21) with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities and their supporters are urged to join to discuss Supported Decision-Making. Features young adult guest speakers who will discuss their own experiences.
FRI. APR 4 | 10-2:30 PM | GOOGLE MEET
IN-CLUED TRAINING PART 1
Presented by: Alicia Miller, MPH, CHES
IN-clued is a two-part training on the best practices for providing care to LGBTQ young people. Attendees will learn the importance of providing inclusive care to LGBTQ young people and how to be more inclusive and affirming in the services they provide.
Part one provides background information about LGBTQ youth and recommendations for implementing inclusive practices. Part two gives attendees an opportunity to practice implementing the recommendations through role plays.
APR 4 | APR 8 | APR 11 | DETAILS BELOW | GOOGLE MEET
IN-CLUED TRAINING PART 2
Presented by: Alicia Miller, MPH, CHES
Welcome to Part 2 of the IN-Clued training! This session gives attendees the opportunity to practice implementing the recommendations through role-plays.
*Multiple dates are available for participants to sign up and practice the recommended approaches, so don’t wait—seats are limited to 10 participants per session!
SELF-DIRECTED IN-SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES
SUPPORTING PERMANENCY FOR LGBTQ YOUTH IN FOSTER CARE
1.5 Hours
READ A BOOK
3.5 Hours
Volunteers who read a book from this list (or another approved book related to foster care and child welfare) and write a report about it will receive 3.5 in-service credit hours*. These books relate to foster care and other life circumstances experienced by many young people in foster care.
- I Beat the Odds: From Homeless to the Blind Side and Beyond by Michael Oher
- Three Little Words by Ashley Rhodes-Courter
- Finding Fish by Antwone Fisher
- The Lost Boy; A Child Called It OR The Privilege of Youth by Dave Pelzer
- The Other Wes Moore: One Name, Two Fates by Wes Moore
- Push by Sapphire
*In order to receive credit, volunteers should fill out the Continued Education Credit Form. To clear other materials for reading not on this list, please call or email your case supervisor.