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-Service Opportunities For CASA Volunteers
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.
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UPCOMING TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES
Oct 8 | 1 pm | Zoom
Too Many Losses Too Soon: Healing Begins with Being Heard
Presented by Center for Adoption Support and Education
Join to better understand and support adopted teens as they navigate identity, belonging, relationships, adoption and other permanency-related experiences.
Oct 13 & 27 | 6 pm | Zoom
Emerging Adults
Presented by PG CASA
“Emerging Adults” is a CASA/Prince George’s county created training that focuses on practical preparation, and is aimed at better equipping you for your essential work with our older CASA youth. This two part training will be held over zoom. Night one participants will learn new tools, followed by time to practice these tools with your assigned CASA youth. You will return on the second night to share your experiences and insights and gather or share any helpful feedback you may have!
Oct 14 | 10 am | Zoom
Introduction to Youth Development
Presented by Learn24 in DC
Learn about the principles and concepts of youth development.
Oct 12 | 1 pm | Zoom
Coach or Critic? Implement Strategies to Overcome Negativity Bias and Limiting Beliefs
Presented by Justice Clearinghouse
You’ll learn how to recognize patterns of self-sabotage, understand where limiting beliefs originate, and apply practical strategies such as mindfulness, self-compassion, and habit-building to shift from an inner critic to an internal coach.
Oct 13 | 1:30 pm | Zoom
Thank You for Asking: deep dives into frequently asked questions about challenging behaviors and IECMH Consultation.
Presented by Georgetown Univerity – Thrive Center
What is the role and how to work with the IECMH Consultant? Are you here to fix children, or to build the capacity of the adults around them? And how do you hold that line?
SELF-DIRECTED IN-SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES
*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.