Training

Advocates must attend training including:

• A one hour orientation
• A juvenile dependency court observation
• Criminal History clearance
• An interview process

30-35 hours of in-classroom training covering:

• Advocacy and the Law
• Awareness
• Court Process/Monthly and Court Reports
• Sexual Abuse and the Developing Child
• Learning/Behavior Disorders
• Substance Abuse
• The Social Workers Role
• Cultural Awareness
• The Role of the Attorney
• Mock Case Assignment
• Survival as an Advocate

In general, trainings last for about 5 weeks, 2 nights per week, from 6 to 9:00 p.m. Training Classes are usually held in June, October and February each year, but please check with us for exact dates. Orientation sessions are held prior to each training where interested parties can learn more about the program, sign up for an interview and pick-up an application.

Upcoming orientations: May 16, 2012, and May 22, 2012 at 6:00pm.

Volunteer Application 2008

Reference Questionnaires for Trainees

Reference List for Trainees