Upcoming CASA Training Sessions
Advocates are required to have 12 hours of training during each fiscal year. If you are interested in attending any of the following classes, "Click to RSVP" below.
These classes are available for sworn-in advocates, staff, and Board Members.
Boysville Tour
Friday, November 7th
10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
IN PERSON TRAINING
Grab your walking shoes, it’s time for a tour of Boysville! Angelica Garza, Director of Fundraising and Grants, will share insights into the programs Boysville provides for children and families such as their Supervised Independent Living, Emergency Shelter, Teen Parent/Parenting Education, and much more. Whether your CASA child is currently placed there or not, this is a wonderful opportunity to visit a partnering agency that works with CASA in providing resources to the children experiencing foster care. Please RSVP to receive additional details!
Learn Upon Refresher
Thursday, November 12th
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
VIRTUAL TRAINING
Unable to make it to live CE’s? Learn Upon is the place to be!Join Megan Garcia, Continuing Education Coordinator with CASA, for a live demonstration training on navigating the platform! Learn more about registering for our recorded courses (for CE Credit!) and accessing helpful case Advocate Tips. Please make sure your LearnUpon account is active so you can follow along during the session!
Abusive Head Trauma Informative Presentation
Monday, November 14th
12:00 PM – 1:30 PM
VIRTUAL TRAINING
Join Crysta Nicole Moreno, Child Pediatrics Fellow at the Center for Miracles, for an informative presentation on Abusive Head Trauma (also known as Shaken Baby Syndrome). She will explore diagnosis and effects that are resulted from Abusive Head Trauma, as well as recommendations for services that promote recovery and long-term well-being for children who experience it. Please be mindful this training entails graphic content.
Holiday Stress for Youth in Foster Care
Wednesday, December 3rd
12:00 PM – 1:30 PM
VIRTUAL TRAINING
Join Stan Waddell, LPC-S, of Learning and Development with Centene Corporation, to learn more about how to support youth facing holiday stress. Gain valuable insights into appropriate etiquette when working with children and foster families during the holidays, strategies for navigating trauma triggers unique to this time of year, and practical mindfulness activities to help the children in your care thrive throughout the season.
CE/ACE Training Event (Kinship Panel, Roundtable, Cookie Exchange)
Saturday, December 6th
9:00 AM – 12:30 PM
IN PERSON TRAINING
Join us for our CE/ACE Holiday Training Event, including a Kinship Panel and Advocate Roundtable! Hear stories from individuals who experienced foster care during the holidays and how CASA made a meaningful impact. Following the panel, there will be an Advocate-Led Roundtable to share & learn tips for connecting with children during the holidays, overcoming common challenges, and more. This is also a perfect opportunity to go toy shopping for your CASA kiddos, network with fellow advocates, and enjoy the festive holiday treats!
Continuing Education Refresher
Monday, December 8th
6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
VIRTUAL TRAINING
Join Megan Garcia, Continuing Education Coordinator with CASA, for an overview of Continuing Education. Learn more about how to register for upcoming trainings and explore a variety of CE credit opportunities, including CASA College, books, movies, and more. Bring your questions, share your ideas, and dive into everything Continuing Education has to offer!
Online Grooming
Friday, December 12th
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
VIRTUAL TRAINING
Join Curtina Lilly, B.S., Community Outreach Specialist with the Center for Healthcare Services, for a session on recognizing the warning signs of youth Online Grooming. Learn how to identify risky websites and platforms and understand the impact of grooming on children’s mental health. Discover strategies and tools you can use as an advocate to make a difference & speak to your CASA kids about being safe online!
